Tokyo
Decide whether to visit or live in Tokyo, then explore current conditions, local people, the map, and concise sourced context.
Check visit & living safetyUpdated Monday, September 7, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content
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Would you visit or live in Tokyo?
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Suitable with normal precautions
Travelers should remain aware of earthquake risk, especially after recent alerts in other parts of Japan, but overall Tokyo remains safe for visitors.
high source confidence · current planning signal, not a personal-safety guaranteeSee the evidence and calculation
- Current official alerts require extra planning
- Latest air-quality reading is not elevated
- Low crime rates
- Robust infrastructure
- Comprehensive earthquake preparedness
- High-quality medical facilities
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Tokyo month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Tokyo 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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People and places shaping Tokyo
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Research updated Wednesday, August 5, 2026Past and future events in Tokyo
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No future event in Tokyo currently has a sufficiently reliable date and source. This is checked again on every refresh.
Previously
- Great Kanto Earthquake (1923)
A magnitude 7.9 earthquake struck Tokyo on 1 September 1923, killing an estimated 105,000 people and causing massive destruction.
Sources checked (11)
- Tokyo
- Tokyo City Guide - What to do in Tokyo
- Visit Tokyo - The Official Travel Guide of Tokyo, GO TOKYO
- Home | Tokyo Tokyo Official Website |
- Tokyo — Wikipédia
- 13 Best Things to Do in Tokyo for First-Timers (+4 to Skip)
- Tokyo Tourist Map: Plan Your Trip with Attractions and Neighborhoods
- Tokyo | Japan, Population, Map, History, & Facts | Britannica
- THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Tokyo (2026) - Must-See Attractions
- Tokyo Travel Guide - How to Plan Your Trip to Tokyo 2026
- Wikidata structured records for Tokyo
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01 · OverviewTokyo, in brief
Tokyo, officially the Tokyo Metropolis, is the capital and most populous city of Japan. The population of the city proper was over 14 million as of 2023. The Greater Tokyo Area, which includes Tokyo and parts of six neighboring prefectures, is the third-most populous metropolitan area in the world, with 33 million residents as of 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tokyo
Essential geographic, demographic, currency, and travel context verified from primary records.
01 · Q&AWhere is Tokyo located and what are its coordinates?
Tokyo is situated in Japan at geographic coordinates 35.6895, 139.6917 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Tokyo?
Tokyo has a recorded population of approximately 9,733,276 and observes the Asia/Tokyo time zone (JPY).
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Tokyo?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Tokyo include ja, and the circulating currency is JPY.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Tokyo?
Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Tokyo, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.