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Travelling to Kyoto
The lantern-lit alleys of Pontocho and traditional bars in Gion. Best time: from June to September · hotels from €75/night.
When to go to Kyoto?
Average temperatures and recorded rainfall, month by month.
| jan | fév | mar | avr | mai | juin | juil | août | sep | oct | nov | déc | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| °C | 4° | 4° | 8° | 14° | 18° | 22° | 28° | 29° | 26° | 18° | 12° | 6° |
| Rain mm | 54 | 63 | 116 | 154 | 185 | 242 | 258 | 182 | 192 | 191 | 69 | 60 |
Shaded columns: the best months — pleasant warmth, outside the rainy season.
Rain: average monthly total over 10 years — above 150 mm, expect the rainy season.
What hotel budget in Kyoto?
Ranges per night per room, from low to high season — estimates updated on 18/07/2026.
| Tier | From | High season | Typical brands |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | €75/night | €165/night | Ibis · MyStays · Sotetsu Fresa Inn |
| Comfort | €110/night | €250/night | Hilton · Hyatt Regency · Mitsui Garden |
| Boutique | €180/night | €440/night | Hoshinoya Kyoto · Tawaraya Ryokan · Park Hotel Tokyo |
| Luxury | €420/night | €1100/night | The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto · Aman Kyoto · Conrad Osaka |
The vibe on the ground
Neighbourhoods to aim for: Gion, Pontocho, Kiyamachi.
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