Tokyo Weather in April
Planning a trip to Japan in April? Here's what Tokyo's weather is really like during the busiest, most beautiful month of the year — peak cherry blossom season.
April is what most travelers picture when they imagine Japan. Highs climb into the low to upper 60s°F, the sun comes out, sakura hits peak bloom, and the city is genuinely at its most photogenic. Rain picks up to 10–12 days for the month, but these are light spring showers, not the severe storms of typhoon season. Mornings and evenings still cool down into the 40s and low 50s, so layering matters.
And if you're lucky enough to be there on a breezy day, you might catch sakura snow — the moment wind blows pink blossoms off the trees in a drifting cloud. Meteorologist Ian Schwartz breaks down what to expect.
At a glance
What's covered
- Highs, lows, and why temperatures still swing a lot
- What spring showers actually feel like (and how often they hit)
- Why layering is still essential in April
- The cherry blossom peak window
- What "sakura snow" actually is
Jump to a moment
Tokyo, Japan in April FAQ
What is the weather like in Tokyo, Japan in April?
The most photogenic month — sakura at peak bloom, pleasant days, but the highest crowds of the year.
- Highs: 63–68°F
- Lows: 48–53°F (cool mornings and evenings)
- Rain: 10–12 days — light spring showers
- Sakura at peak bloom; the city's most photogenic stretch
When is peak cherry blossom in Tokyo?
Tokyo's cherry blossoms typically reach peak bloom (mankai) in late March to early April, depending on the year's weather. The peak window is short — usually about a week of full bloom before petals start falling. Famous viewing spots include Ueno Park, the Meguro River, Shinjuku Gyoen, and Chidorigafuchi near the Imperial Palace. Track the Japan Meteorological Agency's sakura forecast for the closest read on timing.
Is April a good time to visit Tokyo?
It's the most popular month for a reason — weather is genuinely pleasant, sakura peaks, and the city looks its best. The trade-offs: it's also peak crowds, peak prices, and bookings need to happen months in advance. If you're flexible and can travel late April after the sakura rush, you get most of the upside with thinner crowds.