Spring (March–May)
🌸 Cherry blossom (Sakura) season Peak: Late March to early April in Tokyo Book hotels early — it’s the busiest season!
Tokyo is a city of contrasts: ancient shrines beside robotic cafés, sumo stables near startup towers. From neon-lit Shibuya nights to peaceful walks in Meiji Shrine, Tokyo offers both intensity and calm — ideal for first-time visitors, digital nomads, and business travelers alike.
✅ 90 days visa exemption 🧾 Must show return/onward ticket 🏨 Hotel booking recommended for smooth entry
❌ Visa required 💻 Apply via Japan eVISA ⏳ Processing: ~5–7 business days
✅ 90 days visa-free 💼 Tourism and short-term business allowed ⛔ No employment or long-term residence
Spring (March–May)
🌸 Cherry blossom (Sakura) season Peak: Late March to early April in Tokyo Book hotels early — it’s the busiest season!
Autumn (October–November)
🍁 Kōyō (fall foliage) in parks and temples Mild weather, fewer tourists Ideal for walking tours and photography
Avoid: Mid-August & Golden Week
Summer is hot & humid (35°C+). Golden Week (end of April–early May) causes crowding and closures.
Shibuya & Shinjuku
Neon lights, arcades, fashion streets, and the busiest pedestrian crossing on Earth.
Asakusa & Ueno
Traditional Tokyo: Senso-ji temple, street food, parks, and museums.
Odaiba
A futuristic island with a giant Gundam statue, shopping malls, and beach vibes.
New Year (Shōgatsu)
Jan 1–3: Many businesses are closed; temples get crowded for “first prayer” visits (hatsumōde)
Golden Week
Late April–early May: 4 national holidays in one week — expect high domestic travel and hotel prices.
Obon
Mid-August: A Buddhist holiday to honor ancestors. Families travel home. Book ahead!