This week brings a varied mix of conditions across Japan. Sapporo starts damp and chilly before clearing toward the weekend, while Tokyo sees rain early and late in the week, with mild weather in between. Down south, Naha remains warm but wet, with showers popping up throughout the week.

A high-pressure system will stretch over the Sea of Japan around midweek, while a stationary front lingers near Okinawa. By the weekend, a low-pressure system will move near Sakhalin, bringing unsettled weather back to northern and eastern Japan.

No typhoons are expected to approach the Japanese mainland. However, travelers heading to the Okinawan islands should keep an eye on Typhoon Fengshen.

Japan's typhoon season runs from May through October, with most activity from July to September. During a typhoon, transit delays and cancellations can be expected. Be sure to stay updated on the latest weather and flight information. For real-time updates on railways and airports, visit LIVE JAPAN's transport information page.

October is one of the most beautiful months to visit Japan. The summer heat has faded, and the air feels crisp and comfortable - perfect for sightseeing.

Trees across the country begin to show hints of autumn color, especially in the northern regions and higher elevations.

Seasonal foods like sweet potatoes, chestnuts, and mushrooms fill markets and restaurant menus, while cities host lively events and harvest festivals. It’s a wonderful time to enjoy Japan’s natural beauty and local traditions before the chill of winter sets in.

The week ahead in Tokyo will be a mix of cloudy skies, scattered rain early and late, and a few mild, sunny breaks in between. Temperatures will range from the low to mid-teens at night up to around 20°C (68°F) during the day.

Expect plenty of clouds in Sapporo, with a chance of rain on most days—though the week ends with a bit more sunshine. Temperatures will hover around 5–6°C (41–43°F) early on, dip midweek, and rebound to about 14–16°C (57–61°F) toward the weekend.

Sendai will see mostly cloudy skies with a few sunny breaks and cooler evenings as the week goes on. Highs will stay in the mid-to-high teens Celsius (59–66°F), and lows will drop into the single digits (40s°F). Light rain is possible over the weekend.

Mild and mostly pleasant weather awaits in Osaka. Expect a mix of clouds and sunshine, with only a few days seeing higher chances of rain. Daytime highs will hover around the low 20s°C (low 70s°F), and nights will stay comfortably in the mid-teens.

Fukuoka will have a mostly cloudy week with occasional sunny breaks. While rain chances are low overall, they rise a bit toward the weekend. Expect comfortable temperatures—lows around 16–19°C (61–66°F) and highs between 22–25°C (72–77°F).

In Naha, expect warm, humid days and frequent showers. Rain will come and go, but clouds will dominate much of the week. Highs will stay in the upper 20s°C (low 80s°F), with warm nights around 25°C (77°F).

The forecast was AI-generated and then human-edited. Source for forecast and images: Japan Meteorological Agency website (www.jma.go.jp)

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