When is the best time to visit Tokyo?

Late March to mid-April (cherry blossom season) and mid-November to early December (autumn foliage). These two windows deliver the most visually spectacular version of Tokyo. Cherry blossom season is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, while autumn foliage at temples like Rikugien and Koishikawa Korakuen rivals Kyoto with far fewer crowds. For budget travellers, January and February offer the lowest prices with clear winter skies.

What is the cheapest time to visit Tokyo?

The most affordable months to visit Tokyo are typically during shoulder or off-peak seasons when hotel rates and flight prices drop significantly. Check our month-by-month budget comparison table above for specific daily budget ranges.

Best Time to Visit Tokyo in 2026

By Harry Nara · Last updated May 24, 2026

Tokyo Month by Month

Month	Temperature	Rainy Days	Crowds	Budget / Day	Best For
January	1–10°C	5 days	Low	¥7,000–13,000	Shrine Visitors & Foodies
February	2–10°C	6 days	Low	¥6,000–45,000+	Setsubun, Plum Blossoms & Snow Festivals
March Best	4–17°C	10 days	Medium-High	¥6,000–60,000+	Sakura Chasers, Marathon Spectators & Anime Fans
April Best	10–19°C	10 days	Very High	¥8,000–16,000	Couples & Photographers
May	15–24°C	11 days	High	¥8,000–15,000	Families & Festival Fans
June	19–26°C	13 days	Low	¥7,000–13,000	Budget Seekers & Introverts
July	23–30°C	11 days	Medium	¥8,000–15,000	Nightlife & Fireworks Fans
August	26–33°C	8 days	Medium	¥6,000–50,000+	Festival Enthusiasts & Foodies
September	22–30°C	12 days	Low	¥6,000–40,000	Off-Peak Adventurers & Gamers
October Best	14–23°C	8 days	Medium	¥7,000–45,000+	First-Time Visitors & Film Fans
November Best	7–17°C	6 days	Medium	¥6,000–42,000+	Nature Lovers & Walkers
December Best	3–12°C	4 days	Very High	¥5,000–80,000+	Illumination Lovers, Comiket Fans & New-Year Traditions

Tokyo transforms dramatically with each season. Cherry blossoms paint the city pink in spring, summer brings explosive festivals and fireworks, autumn sets temple gardens ablaze in red and gold, and winter offers crisp skies with views of Mount Fuji. Your experience depends entirely on when you go.