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Plan a visit or move to Japan with current conditions, practical signals, maps, local people, and sourced context.
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Japan month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Japan are typically April, May and October, with average daytime highs around 19–23°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 32°C), January the coldest (average low 0°C), and September the wettest (about 209 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9.2 | 0.0 | 52 | 7.8 |
| February | 10.5 | 1.2 | 56 | 8.1 |
| March | 14.4 | 5.2 | 141 | 8.0 |
| April | 18.9 | 10.2 | 132 | 8.6 |
| May | 23.1 | 14.9 | 154 | 8.6 |
| June | 26.3 | 19.2 | 196 | 8.3 |
| July | 30.4 | 23.4 | 173 | 9.0 |
| August | 31.8 | 24.5 | 142 | 10.1 |
| September | 27.8 | 21.1 | 209 | 7.6 |
| October | 21.6 | 14.4 | 197 | 6.7 |
| November | 16.7 | 8.2 | 87 | 7.4 |
| December | 11.5 | 2.4 | 51 | 7.5 |
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01 · OverviewJapan, in brief
Japan is mapped here through verified geographic facts and source-linked daily data. Its longer editorial profile is in the enrichment queue.
02 · HistoryHow Japan took shape
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03 · GovernmentGovernment and public life in Japan
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04 · EconomyWork and the economy in Japan
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05 · CultureCulture and creative life in Japan
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06 · TravelTravelling through Japan
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07 · SafetySafety and practical guidance for Japan
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08 · QuestionsQuestions about Japan
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Frequently Asked Questions about Japan
Essential geographic, demographic, currency, and travel context verified from primary records.
01 · Q&AWhat is the capital city and population of Japan?
The capital of Japan is Tokyo, and the total national population is estimated at 126,529,100.
02 · Q&AWhere is Japan located and what is its total area?
Japan is located in Asia, spanning an area of approximately 377,835 km².
03 · Q&AWhat currency and languages are spoken in Japan?
The official currency is Yen (JPY) and the recognized languages include ja.
04 · Q&AWhat are the major cities and regions in Japan?
Prominent cities and cultural hubs mapped across Japan include Tokyo, Yokohama, Osaka, Nagoya, Sapporo.
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