March (Sangatsu) ---> April (Shigatsu) ---> May (Gogatsu) [Plum Blooms & Melts] [Peak Cherry Blossoms] [Lush Green & Wisteria] The Months of Spring A Guide to The Months in Japanese - Busuu
Winter illuminations turn cities into sparkling wonderlands—Marunouchi in Tokyo and the German Village in Chiba are must-sees. In central Japan, the thatched-roof farmhouses of Shirakawa-go are exceptionally magical when blanketed in thick winter snow.
(hot spring) to soak in steaming water while surrounded by snow. Seasonal Flavors: ), citrusy , and winter yellowtail ( Are you planning a trip during a specific month , or would you like to know more about regional differences in these seasons? japanese seasons months top
Winter is the season for communal hot pot dishes like nabe or oden , where various ingredients are simmered together in a flavorful broth, perfect for chasing away the cold. The New Year's holiday brings osechi-ryori , a collection of traditional foods, each dish symbolizing a wish for the coming year, such as health, prosperity, and good harvest. And, of course, no winter is complete without a bowl of rich, warming .
The weather is perfect—mild and breezy. After the cherry blossoms fall, the lush greenery ( shinryoku ) takes over. Be mindful of "Golden Week," a series of national holidays that makes travel very busy. Summer (June – August): Festivals and Fireworks March (Sangatsu) ---> April (Shigatsu) ---> May (Gogatsu)
A series of four national holidays at the end of April/start of May.
Osechi Ryori (traditional New Year foods packed in lacquered boxes) and ozoni (mochi soup). February (Kisaragi) Seasonal Flavors: ), citrusy , and winter yellowtail
in cities, and heavy, powdery snow in the northern Tohoku and Hokkaido regions.
The season peaks in late March to early April in cities like Tokyo and Kyoto. Families and friends gather for (flower-viewing parties) under the trees. Seasonal Flavors: Sakura-flavored sweets, bamboo shoots, and strawberries. Summer (Natsu): June – August