March to May and November. Late March to May and November are mild, with highs of about 14 to 24°C and less rain. Spring brings the cherry blossom, and the autumn leaves turn from November into December.
June is the rainy season, July and August are hot and humid (highs above 30°C), and September and October are the wettest months (about 225 to 235 mm), the typhoon season, even though the weather can be warm and pleasant between storms.
Typical weather in Tokyo, month by month
10°
1°
Jan
11°2°Feb
14°5°Mar
19°10°Apr
24°15°May
26°19°Jun
30°22°Jul
31°24°Aug
28°20°Sep
22°15°Oct
17°9°Nov
12°4°Dec
° usual daytime high° usual night lowrain (taller is wetter, up to 235 mm in the wettest month)best months
Source: 1991–2020 climate normals from the national weather services (for example the Japan Meteorological Agency), as published on Wikipedia. Rounded to whole numbers. Real days vary, so check the forecast before you pack.
How much does a trip to Tokyo cost?
A rough guide to spending per person per day, without international flights. Hotel choice is most of the difference. Convenience-store and ramen meals keep a budget day low.
Budget
$70 to $120
per person per day. Dorm or simple room, local food, public transport.
Mid-range
$140 to $220
per person per day. A private hotel room, restaurant meals and a few paid sights.
Rough estimates in US dollars, last checked November 2026. They are our summary of several 2026 travel-cost guides, which differ a lot (hotel choice is most of the gap), and prices change. Split what you spend as you go with Triplanex so nobody loses track.
A 3-day Tokyo itinerary
Famous places, grouped so each day stays in one part of town. Opening times and prices change, so check them before you go.
Day 1: Old Tokyo
1Senso-ji, Asakusa.Tokyo's oldest temple, with the Kaminarimon gate and the shopping street leading in.
2Ueno Park.Museums, ponds and a long park walk.
3Akihabara.Electronics, arcades and anime shops for the evening.
Day 2: Shrines and crossings
1Meiji Shrine.A quiet forest walk in the middle of the city.
2Harajuku and Takeshita Street.Youth fashion, crepes and people-watching.
3Shibuya Crossing.The famous scramble crossing, best seen from above.
4Shinjuku.Neon lanes and small bars for dinner.
Day 3: Food and the centre
1Tsukiji Outer Market.Sushi, tamagoyaki and street snacks for breakfast.
2Ginza.Department stores and wide shopping streets.
3Imperial Palace East Gardens.Moats, stone walls and lawns in the middle of the city.
Three full days covers the big sights. Five lets you add a day trip or slow down in a neighbourhood or two.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?expand_more
March to May and November. Late March to May and November are mild, with highs of about 14 to 24°C and less rain. Spring brings the cherry blossom, and the autumn leaves turn from November into December. June is the rainy season, July and August are hot and humid (highs above 30°C), and September and October are the wettest months (about 225 to 235 mm), the typhoon season, even though the weather can be warm and pleasant between storms.
How much does a trip to Tokyo cost?expand_more
As a rough guide, about $70 to $120 per person per day on a budget and $140 to $220 per person per day at mid-range, not counting international flights. Hotel choice is most of the difference. Convenience-store and ramen meals keep a budget day low. These are estimates from several 2026 travel-cost guides, last checked November 2026.
How do I plan a Tokyo trip with friends?expand_more
Make a free Triplanex trip, invite your friends with a link, and plan each day on a shared map. Everyone can see the itinerary, split costs in any currency and vote on hotels in one place, so nothing gets lost in the group chat.
