{"id":25767,"date":"2019-12-16T16:29:10","date_gmt":"2019-12-16T15:29:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/?p=25767"},"modified":"2023-01-24T10:18:23","modified_gmt":"2023-01-24T09:18:23","slug":"japan-in-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/japan-in-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"5 of the Best Places to Visit in Japan During Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Summer in Japan is jam-packed with epic festivals and events galore \u2014 but this season also brings scorching temperatures and unrelenting humidity levels that make it feel a little too <\/em>hot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s not to say you should avoid travelling to Japan between June and August, though! You can easily beat the heat by making for the country\u2019s magnificent mountainous regions and coral-fringed coastlines. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not only will these destinations help you keep your cool, but they\u2019ll also take you away from Japan\u2019s well-worn tourist trail so you can see a side of the country that few travellers see (which is a win-win!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From subtropical archipelagoes to traditional mountain towns, check out five of our favourite places to visit in Japan in summer.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Once you’ve seen the best of Tokyo, head for Japan’s mountains and coastlines to beat the summer heat | \u00a9 Jezael Melgoza\/Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. Nikko<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Nestled high in the mountains of Tochigi prefecture, Nikko makes for the perfect retreat from Tokyo\u2019s sweltering summer heat. Surrounded by Nikko National Park and peppered with famous temples, this unbelievably scenic region is chock-full of countless natural wonders and sacred shrines to explore. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tosho-gu Shrine \u2014 one of the most popular and historically significant sites in the country \u2014 is the main attraction here. Masses of Japanese tourists flock to the grounds of Tosho-gu year-round, so the crowds can be a tad bit overwhelming; however, you can head to any number of quieter shrines and attractions afterward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you fancy kayaking on Lake Chuzenzi or hitting one of the park\u2019s stunning hiking trails, be sure to explore Nikko\u2019s natural side while you\u2019re here, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Technically, you could<\/em> visit Nikko as a day trip from Tokyo, but there\u2019s so much to see and do in this beguiling region that you\u2019ll definitely want to stay for at least a night or two.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top things to do in Nikko:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n