Japan Travel Guide
Tradition and technology in perfect balance.
Japan combines shrine districts, mountain rail lines, design-forward cities, and one of the world's best food scenes.
Capital
Tokyo
Currency
Japanese Yen (JPY)
Languages
Japanese
Time zone
UTC +9
Continent
Asia
Travel style
Culture, food, and regional day trips
When to go
Spring - Mar - May
Pleasant temperatures and shoulder-season value across major cities.
10C to 20C
Summer - Jun - Aug
Long days, busy festivals, and the largest variety of outdoor activities.
18C to 32C
Autumn - Sep - Nov
Mild weather and lower crowds with good transport and hotel availability.
10C to 22C
Winter - Dec - Feb
Cultural city breaks, lower rates in many regions, and festive markets.
2C to 14C