Weather, crowds and flight prices for Japan in January, scored for Australian travellers.
The short answer
Japan in January scores 58/100, a reasonable time to go, with some trade-offs. Expect average temperatures around 4°C, moderately busy conditions, and return fares from Australia averaging A$3,251 (60% above the yearly average).
Window Score
58/100 · Good
January is a reasonable time to go, with some trade-offs in Japan.
Snow Season
World-class powder snow in Hokkaido and Nagano. a favourite for Australian skiers.
January scores 58/100 for Japan, a reasonable time to go, with some trade-offs. Expect moderately busy conditions and average temperatures around 4°C.
In January, Japan averages about 4°C with roughly 68mm of rainfall.
Return fares to Japan in January average around A$3,251, about 60% above the yearly average.
Japan is moderately busy in January.
Notable events and seasons in January include Snow Season.
See the full year on the Japan dashboard.
