The best months to visit Tokyo are Mar – May, Oct – Nov. Cherry blossoms & autumn leaves.
Quick facts
Currency JPY (Yen) 1 USD ≈ ¥150
Language Japanese Limited English outside tourist areas
Timezone JST (UTC+9) No daylight saving
Best Months Mar – May, Oct – Nov Cherry blossoms & autumn leaves
Daily Budget ~$70–100 USD ¥10,000–15,000 budget
Visa Free 90 days Most Western nationalities visa-free
When to go
A neon-lit labyrinth where centuries-old temples hide behind convenience stores, and every backstreet ramen shop feels like a discovery.
Getting Around in Tokyo
- Get a Suica or Pasmo IC card at any station for tap-and-go on all trains, buses, and vending machines. Refill at any station
- Tokyo Metro + Toei Subway cover the city. JR Yamanote Line loops through major stations. Google Maps is extremely accurate for transit
- Taxis are expensive (¥420 base fare + ¥80/400m). Use only for late-night travel when trains stop at midnight
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Tokyo travel guide.
Timezone: JST (UTC+9) (No daylight saving)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
The best months to visit Tokyo are Mar – May, Oct – Nov (Cherry blossoms & autumn leaves), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Tokyo budget breakdown.
