8 reasons why you should visit Japan during the rainy season!
The rainy season in Japan is usually not a preferred time for travellers.
However, I want to share 8 reasons why you should visit Japan during the rainy season!
1. Fewer visitors
Most people avoid Japan during this time. That means sightseeing spots are not as crowded. You can enjoy temples, shrines, and gardens with more space and quiet.
2. Better prices
Hotels and flights are often cheaper compared to sakura season or the peak of autumn leaves. If you travel on a budget, this season is worth considering.
3. Comfortable climate
It is not too cold and not too hot. The air feels fresh after the rain, and you can walk around without the extreme heat of summer. It can be a bit humid though.
4. Fewer mosquitoes
Unlike in summer and autumn, there are not as many mosquitoes. Exploring gardens and temples is far more pleasant without constant buzzing.
5. Rain is not constant
It doesn’t rain every single day. Sometimes you get a full week of sunny weather, so you can still do plenty of outdoor sightseeing.
6. Hydrangea bloom
The hydrangea season is spectacular! Famous hydrangea spots are at their peak. Visit on a rainy day for the best atmosphere—otherwise, these places can get crowded.
7. Japanese gardens in the rain
Japanese gardens look magical in the rain. The green shines brighter, moss glows vividly, and the entire garden feels alive.
It is hard to explain, but imagine sitting in a tea house with the door open. You watch the rain fall on the roof, listen to the soothing sound, and see the garden turn into a living painting. That is the charm of Japan’s rainy season.
8. A different travel experience
Many travellers only come for cherry blossoms or autumn leaves. Visiting during the rainy season gives you a unique and peaceful experience of Japan.
Best places to visit during the rainy season (Tokyo, Kanagawa & Shizuoka)
- Meigetsu-in Temple (Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture)
- Hasedera Temple (Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture)
- Kaisei Town Hydrangea Park (Kanagawa Prefecture)
- Hakusan Shrine (Tokyo)
- Shimoda City Hydrangea Park (Shizuoka Prefecture)
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With twelve years of professional landscaping experience under her belt, Anika Ogusu is your perfect guide to the world of Japanese gardens. Her love of nature began early, in the woods near her childhood home and the garden of her grandmother’s house. During her teenage years she developed a strong interest in Japanese culture, and after university she decided to combine her love of Japan and gardens into a profession. Anika started her career as chief gardener in charge of the perennial valley at the Botanical Garden in Hamburg, Germany, then moved to Tokyo in pursuit of her dream. For two years she apprenticed under local landscape designers and learned the art of Japanese garden design, construction and maintenance. Now, in partnership with Real Japanese Gardens (www.japanesegardens.jp), her wish is to spread the magic of Japanese gardens to the rest of the world. Her in-depth guide books on gardens throughout Japan are available in eBook format or paperback. In her free time, Anika enjoys exploring her adopted country (especially green moss gardens), and soaking up nature and any details that interest her.
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With twelve years of professional landscaping experience under her belt, Anika Ogusu is your perfect guide to the world of Japanese gardens. Her love of nature began early, in the woods near her childhood home and the garden of her grandmother’s house. During her teenage years she developed a strong interest in Japanese culture, and after university she decided to combine her love of Japan and gardens into a profession. Anika started her career as chief gardener in charge of the perennial valley at the Botanical Garden in Hamburg, Germany, then moved to Tokyo in pursuit of her dream. For two years she apprenticed under local landscape designers and learned the art of Japanese garden design, construction and maintenance. Now, in partnership with Real Japanese Gardens (www.japanesegardens.jp), her wish is to spread the magic of Japanese gardens to the rest of the world. Her in-depth guide books on gardens throughout Japan are available in eBook format or paperback. In her free time, Anika enjoys exploring her adopted country (especially green moss gardens), and soaking up nature and any details that interest her.
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