Summer in Japan...
Summer in Japan is hot and humid.... it can sometimes be difficult to take long walks in the middle of the day. It is therefore better to prioritize museums and museum visits.
Summer in Japan is hot and humid.... it can sometimes be difficult to take long walks in the middle of the day.
It is therefore better to prioritize museums and museum visits.
Otherwise, there are interesting places to visit outside the classic circuit, which includes:
- Ueno
- Asakasa
- Shinjuku
- Shibuja
- Ginza
There are, for example, two distinctly Japanese neighborhoods:
1/ Yanaka (near Ueno): with its quiet little streets and wooden houses.
2/ Ebisu, and in particular Daikanyama (a fashionable neighborhood but more oriented toward young designers, with plenty of small restaurants and nice bars)
Frequently asked questions
Summer in Japan (June to August) is characterized by high heat and strong humidity. Temperatures regularly exceed 30°C in Tokyo, with humidity levels reaching up to 80%. The rainy season (tsuyu) typically occurs in June, followed by a sunny and sultry summer in July and August.
To avoid the intense midday heat, it is advisable to visit air-conditioned museums, stroll early in the morning or in the evening, and enjoy shaded parks. The neighborhoods of Yanaka and Daikanyama offer shaded alleys and pleasant cafés to cool off.
Summer is the season of matsuri (Japanese festivals). The most famous include the Sumida fireworks in Tokyo in July, the Obon festival in August honoring ancestors, and numerous local festivals throughout the country featuring dancing, food stalls, and fireworks.
Yes, Yanaka is one of Tokyo's most authentic neighborhoods. With its quiet little streets, traditional wooden houses, and timeless atmosphere, it offers a pleasant walk, ideally in the morning before the intense heat sets in. It is located near Ueno Park.
Daikanyama is a trendy Tokyo neighborhood, close to Ebisu, highly appreciated for its young designer boutiques, fashionable cafés, and small restaurants. Less touristy than Harajuku, it offers an immersion in creative and contemporary Tokyo, ideal for an evening stroll when the heat subsides.
