Best Time to Visit Kyoto

March to May, October to November

Months to avoid: Late July to August (extreme humidity 35°C+, Obon holiday crowds)

Recommended stay: 3-5 days

Plan Kyoto for March to May, October to November. Give it 3-5 days. The window to avoid is Late July to August (extreme humidity 35°C+, Obon holiday crowds).

What the season gets you

• Fushimi Inari's 10,000 torii gates at dawn, empty and magical
• Arashiyama bamboo grove in early morning mist
• Autumn colours (mid-November) are the best in Japan