When to visit Japan?

Do you want your trip to coincide with something special?

Pick as many as you like — or none.

• Seeing the sakuraCherry blossoms (late Mar – Apr)
• Seeing the momijiRed autumn (Oct – Nov)
• Big festivalsGion, Nebuta, Awa Odori…
• Ski and snowPowder snow in Hokkaido (Jan – Feb)
• Nothing in particularSurprise me

How much does budget drive your decision?

The cheapest and priciest months are hundreds of euros apart.

• I want the cheapestPrice rules — counts double
• I'd rather saveWithout obsessing
• Not a factorExperience comes first

What weather can you handle?

From 3 °C in January to a humid 34 °C in August: it's all there.

• Mild temperaturesNo extreme heat or cold
• Little rainDry, clear days
• I adapt to anythingWeather won't stop me

How much do crowds bother you?

February and peak sakura are worlds apart.

• A lotTemples without queues — counts double
• I'd rather avoid themIf possible
• They don't bother meI'll take the crowds