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Best Time to Visit Tokyo — Month by Month Guide
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The best time to visit Tokyo is March to May (cherry blossoms), October to November (autumn foliage)
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Month-by-Month Guide to Tokyo
January
Season: Winter
Crowds: Low (post-holiday)
February
Season: Winter
Crowds: Low to Medium
March
PeakSeason: Spring
Crowds: Medium (spring break)
April
Season: Spring
Crowds: Medium to High
May
PeakSeason: Spring/Summer
Crowds: Medium (shoulder season)
June
Season: Summer
Crowds: High (summer begins)
July
Season: Summer
Crowds: Very High
August
Season: Summer
Crowds: Very High
September
Season: Autumn
Crowds: Medium (shoulder season)
October
PeakSeason: Autumn
Crowds: Medium
November
PeakSeason: Autumn/Winter
Crowds: Low
December
Season: Winter
Crowds: High (holidays)
Why Visit Tokyo in March or May?
Tokyo shines during March to May (cherry blossoms), October to November (autumn foliage) when the weather is ideal for exploring the city's top attractions. This is the perfect time to visit Senso-ji Temple, Meiji Shrine, Tokyo Skytree, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of neighborhoods like Shinjuku.
Hotels during peak season in Tokyo typically range from $150-300/night. Book early for the best rates — properties fill up quickly, especially in popular areas like Shinjuku.
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- Get a Suica or Pasmo IC card for seamless travel on all trains and buses
- Consider a Japan Rail Pass if you're also visiting Kyoto or Osaka
- Convenience stores (7-Eleven, FamilyMart, Lawson) have surprisingly excellent food
- Most restaurants don't expect tips — it can actually be considered rude
- Visit temples and shrines early morning for the most peaceful experience
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