4月 · Japan Travel Guide
Japan in April: Weather, Events & Best Hotels
Temperature
12–20°C (54–68°F)
Crowds
Very High
Weather in Japan in April
Temperature
12–20°C (54–68°F)
Conditions
Mild and pleasant. Cherry blossoms peak early April, leaves appear by mid-April. Occasional rain.
What to Wear
Light jacket or cardigan, comfortable walking shoes. A small umbrella is handy.
Crowd Level
Very High
Hotel Prices
Highest prices of the year, especially early April (cherry blossom peak) and late April (Golden Week). Book 6+ months ahead for Tokyo and Kyoto.
Events & Festivals in April
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Cherry blossom peak (桜満開) in Tokyo and Kyoto — early April
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Hanami picnics at Ueno Park, Shinjuku Gyoen, Maruyama Park
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Cherry blossoms in northern Honshu and Hokkaido — mid to late April
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Golden Week begins April 29 (Showa Day)
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Kanamara Matsuri (かなまら祭り) in Kawasaki — early April fertility festival
Travel Highlights
- Full cherry blossom bloom at Chidorigafuchi moat, Shinjuku Gyoen, and Philosopher's Path in Kyoto
- Hirosaki Castle (Aomori) — spectacular late April cherry blossoms
- Mount Yoshino in Nara — 30,000 cherry trees in full bloom
- Countryside cycling through sakura tunnels in rural areas
Book Hotels for April in Japan
Compare hotels in Kyoto with dates pre-set for April travel. Free cancellation on most bookings.
Dates pre-set: 2026-04-15 → 2026-04-22 · Kyoto