Japan Climate — 4 Seasons, Cherry Blossoms, Typhoons, Islands

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Islands

6,852

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Highest

Mt. Fuji 3,776m

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Volcanoes

111 Active

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Mountains

73% of land

Spring (Mar–May): 10–20°C. Cherry blossoms (late Mar–mid Apr)! Best time to visit. Golden Week holidays (late Apr–May).
Summer (Jun–Aug): 25–35°C. Hot & humid. Rainy season (tsuyu) in June. Fireworks festivals (hanabi). Typhoon season starts.
Autumn (Sep–Nov): 10–20°C. Autumn foliage (koyo) — red, orange, gold. Peak: Nov in Kyoto. Comfortable weather.
Winter (Dec–Feb): 0–10°C (0 to -15°C in Hokkaido). Skiing in Niseko, Nagano. Tokyo is mild. Onsen season.