Japan Seasons - By Month

Early spring is crisp. While the plum blossoms ( ume ) signal the start of the season in early March, the famous cherry blossoms typically begin their northward trek from Kyushu and Shikoku toward the end of the month.

Japanese summers are intense, defined by high humidity and a vibrant calendar of traditional festivals ( matsuri ). japan seasons by month

While the Japanese recognize 24 distinct sekki (micro-seasons) in their traditional calendar, for the modern traveler, the year is defined by four dramatic acts: the thaw of spring, the vitality of summer, the palette of autumn, and the silence of winter. Early spring is crisp