Tokyo & Kyoto
The most orderly chaos on earth, a bullet train between them, and temples where the gardens are the point.
A different trip to the same place: Kyoto.
The best time to visit Tokyo & Kyoto is Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov, when typical daytime highs reach about 22°C (72°F). Local time there is 08:36 (UTC+9).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
March · high 59°F · rain 5.1in · 11.9h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Narita, this page’s gateway
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C48°F | 55mm2.2in | 10.0h10.0h | |
| February | 11°C52°F | 68mm2.7in | 10.8h10.8h | |
| March | 15°C59°F | 129mm5.1in | 11.9h11.9h | in the recommended window |
| April | 18°C65°F | 167mm6.6in | 13.1h13.1h | in the recommended window |
| May | 23°C73°F | 153mm6.0in | 14.0h14.0h | |
| June | 26°C78°F | 205mm8.1in | 14.6h14.6h | |
| July | 29°C84°F | 254mm10.0in | 14.4h14.4h | |
| August | 31°C89°F | 123mm4.8in | 13.5h13.5h | |
| September | 28°C82°F | 189mm7.4in | 12.4h12.4h | |
| October | 22°C71°F | 243mm9.6in | 11.2h11.2h | in the recommended window |
| November | 18°C64°F | 98mm3.9in | 10.2h10.2h | in the recommended window |
| December | 12°C54°F | 80mm3.1in | 9.7h9.7h |
Good to know
- Currency
- JPY · yen
- Language
- Japanese
- Driving
- on the left
United States: Type A, B at home, no adapter needed. 100 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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When is the best time to visit Tokyo & Kyoto?
The best time to visit Tokyo & Kyoto is Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov, when typical daytime highs reach about 22°C (72°F).
How warm does Tokyo & Kyoto get?
Typical daytime highs in Tokyo & Kyoto are Mar–May 19°C (66°F), Jun–Aug 29°C (84°F), Sep–Nov 22°C (72°F), Dec–Feb 11°C (51°F).
Is Tokyo & Kyoto expensive?
On the ground, Tokyo & Kyoto is mid-range.
What sort of trip is Tokyo & Kyoto good for?
Tokyo & Kyoto is good for old stones and real towns, eating extremely well, the once-in-a-lifetime sort of thing, moving about and doing things.