Kyoto京都

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Kyoto in OctoberA good time to go

Weather: Mild · 14 to 23 °C
Rain: Some rain · Comfortable air
What to pack: Light layers. Add a small umbrella.

Our advice: The weather suits your trip. Book early if the dates fall in a busy week. Better months for your interests: April, May, November.

The old capital: temples, gardens, geisha districts and quiet lanes. Spring and autumn are very busy, so start early.

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食 food 夜 nightlife 寺 temples 買 shopping遊 anime and games 山 nature 湯 onsen 芸 art and design 屋 indoor and immersive+ 5 moreShow fewer

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Good fitKyoto StationA big modern hub with trains to everywhere, shops and many hotels.because shopping家Families独Solo友Friends¥¥

Good fitGion and HigashiyamaOld wooden streets, tea houses and big temples on the hill. The most traditional area.because art and design恋Couples独Solo¥¥¥

Good fitKawaramachi and NishikiThe central shopping and food area, with a covered market and many bars.because shopping友Friends恋Couples独Solo¥¥

Good fitKita: Kinkaku-ji and KitanoA quiet north side with the Golden Pavilion, small shops and local food.because art and design独Solo恋Couples家Families¥

Okay fitArashiyamaA river, a bamboo grove and mountain temples at the west edge. Quiet at night.恋Couples独Solo¥¥

Reading for this place

Seasons5 min readArashiyama in autumn: how to beat the crowdsArashiyama is busy in autumn, from October to December. Here is how to plan an early visit, pick a quieter path and check the leaf forecast before you go.About this place

Seasons6 min readAutumn leaves: the timing, city by cityAutumn leaves change colour at different times in each place. Learn how to read the leaf forecast for Kyoto, Nikko and Tokyo and plan a trip with some room to spare.About this place

Guides5 min readHimeji Castle: a day trip from Osaka or KyotoHow to spend a day at Himeji Castle from Osaka or Kyoto: the castle, the garden next door, the route and what to check first.About this place

Weather by season

Spring春

Mild9 to 20 °CSome rain

Summer夏

Hot23 to 31 °CWet

Autumn秋

Mild15 to 23 °CSome rain

Winter冬

Cool2 to 10 °CDry

Official climate normals (Japan Meteorological Agency), checked 2026-10-04.