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Tokyo Weather in April: What to Wear & Expect

April in Tokyo brings a run of mild, spring-like days, making it a comfortable time to visit. Central Tokyo's high is 19.4°C, with mornings around 10°C. Cherry blossoms are at their best in early April, giving way to fresh greenery and azaleas from mid-month. At Lake Kawaguchi, cherry blossoms peak around mid-April. Golden Week, Japan's national holiday period, starts at the end of the month, and tourist spots get crowded.

Tokyo high
19.4℃
Tokyo low
9.8℃
Tokyo rainfall
133.7mm
Tokyo sunset
18:13
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Overview

Tokyo in April: Key Points

  • ✓Central Tokyo's high is 19.4°C, with mornings around 10°C. A light jacket is enough
  • ✓Central Tokyo's cherry blossoms last until early April; Lake Kawaguchi's peak around mid-April
  • ✓From mid-April, azaleas and fresh greenery are beautiful
  • ✓Golden Week starts around April 29. Book accommodation and transport early
By Area

April Weather by Area

Temperature, precipitation, snow and sunshine are climate normals (1991-2020). Sunset is for April 15.

Central Tokyo→

Station: Tokyo

Shinjuku, Shibuya, Asakusa, Ginza

High
19.4℃
Low
9.8℃
Precip.
133.7mm
Sunshine
179h
Sunset
18:13

Cherry blossoms at their best in early April; from mid-month, azaleas at Nezu Shrine and more

Yokohama→

Station: Yokohama

Minato Mirai, Chinatown, Red Brick Warehouse

High
18.9℃
Low
10.7℃
Precip.
143.1mm
Sunshine
181h
Sunset
18:13

Highs around 19°C. Perfect for a stroll in Yamashita Park

Kamakura & Enoshima→

Station: Tsujido

Kamakura, Enoshima, Shonan

High
18.5℃
Low
10.2℃
Precip.
134.4mm
Sunshine
183h
Sunset
18:13

Cherry blossoms early in the month, fresh greenery late. A lovely season for seaside walks

Hakone→

Station: Gotemba

Hakone-Yumoto, Gora, Lake Ashi, Owakudani

High
16.5℃
Low
6.8℃
Precip.
248.4mm
Sunshine
163h
Sunset
18:15

Highs around 16°C. Cherry blossoms bloom in early to mid-April

Fuji Five Lakes→

Station: Kawaguchiko

Lake Kawaguchi, Lake Yamanaka, Oshino Hakkai

High
16.1℃
Low
3.7℃
Precip.
106.1mm
Sunshine
186h
Sunset
18:17

Lake Kawaguchi's cherry blossoms peak around mid-April, and the Fuji Shibazakura Festival begins

Nikko→

Station: Oku-Nikko

Nikko, Lake Chuzenji, Kegon Falls, Kinugawa Onsen

High
10.1℃
Low
0.2℃
Precip.
154.4mm
Max snow depth
10cm
Sunset
18:15

Oku-Nikko mornings are around 0°C, with traces of winter. Cherry blossoms in Nikko town late in the month

Karuizawa→

Station: Karuizawa

Karuizawa, Kyu-Karuizawa, Shiraito Falls

High
14.3℃
Low
0.6℃
Precip.
81mm
Sunshine
205h
Sunset
18:18

Mornings around 0°C. Cherry blossoms start to open late in the month

Kusatsu Onsen→

Station: Kusatsu

Kusatsu, Yubatake, Sainokawara

High
11.5℃
Low
1.1℃
Precip.
106.2mm
Max snow depth
31cm
Sunset
18:19

The snow is melting fast. Spring skiing is sometimes possible until early April

Izu→

Station: Ajiro

Atami, Ito, Jogasaki Coast

High
18.8℃
Low
10.9℃
Precip.
168.1mm
Sunshine
176h
Sunset
18:15

Highs around 19°C. Great for a spring coastal drive

What to Wear

What to Wear in Tokyo in April

Tops
Long-sleeved shirt or T-shirt; a light knit
Outerwear
Trench coat or light jacket
Bottoms
Long pants
Shoes
Comfortable walking shoes like sneakers
Accessories
A stole or wrap for mornings, evenings and night blossom viewing; sunglasses, as UV gets stronger

In Nikko, Karuizawa and Kusatsu, mornings and evenings drop close to 0°C. Bring a winter coat or down jacket.

Good to Know

Good to Know

Cherry blossom season is short

The petals start to fall about a week after full bloom. If your travel dates are set, pick your spot: central Tokyo blooms early, while Lake Kawaguchi and Nikko bloom later.

Golden Week is extremely crowded

From April 29 to around May 5 is a string of national holidays in Japan. Shinkansen, expressways and tourist spots get very crowded, and accommodation prices go up.

Saving spots and blossom-viewing etiquette

Places like Ueno Park are busy with people saving picnic spots. Follow the etiquette: take your trash home and never break off cherry branches.

UV gets stronger

UV levels rise from April. For long days walking around the city, a hat and sunscreen are a good idea.

Events

April Events & Highlights

Cherry Blossoms in Central Tokyo

Chidorigafuchi, Ueno Park, Meguro River and moreUsually end of March to early April

Cherry trees lining the old castle moat and riverside blossoms lit up at night are favorites. Viewing them from a rowboat or water bus is also recommended.

Fuji Shibazakura Festival

Fuji Five Lakes (near Lake Motosu)Usually mid-April to late May

About 500,000 moss phlox (shibazakura) plants bloom like a pink carpet, and on clear days you can see them together with Mt. Fuji.

Read the guide：Fuji Shibazakura Festival →

Nezu Shrine Azalea Festival

Nezu, TokyoUsually early to late April

About 3,000 azalea bushes of around 100 varieties color the hillside. Recommended for flower-viewing after the cherry blossoms.

Read the guide：Bunkyo Azalea Festival →

Atami Fireworks Festival

IzuFebruary–December

A fireworks show over the sea that began in 1952 and is held more than ten times a year in Atami Bay. Surrounded by mountains on three sides, the bowl-shaped bay makes the sound echo, giving it the impact of a stadium. Shows are held in spring, summer, autumn, and winter, with about 5,000 shells launched in summer and about 3,000 in other seasons.

Read the guide：Atami Fireworks Festival →

Dates change every year. Please check the official websites before you go.

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FAQ

FAQ

Q. What's the temperature in Tokyo in April?＋

On average, the high is 19.4°C and the low is 9.8°C — comfortable spring weather.

Q. Can you still see cherry blossoms in Tokyo in April?＋

Central Tokyo's cherry blossoms can usually be enjoyed until early April. From mid-April on, we recommend higher-elevation spots like Lake Kawaguchi, Nikko and Karuizawa.

Q. When is Golden Week?＋

Golden Week is Japan's string of national holidays from April 29 to around May 5. How the days off fall changes from year to year.

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Other Months

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Source: Japan Meteorological Agency (climate normals 1991-2020). Compiled by tripuuu.log. Temperatures are from a representative station in each area; actual weather varies from year to year.

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