Here’s my guide to help you layer smartly, stay warm, and still look effortlessly stylish like the locals.
Tokyo winters are cool but not extreme, usually around 5–10°C. Locals love layering—think simple, clean silhouettes with a neutral palette. Compared to the Northern part of Japan like Aomori and Hokkaido, Tokyo Area is not that cold.
Weather in Tokyo today?
Tokyo
tokyo
9:56 pm,
Jan 21, 2026
5°C
overcast clouds
- Temperature
- Precipitation
- Rain Chance
- Wind
- Humidity
- Pressure
- Snow
12:00 am
4°/4°°C
0.37 mm
37%
9 mph
42%
1008 mb
0 mm/h
3:00 am
2°/3°°C
0.29 mm
29%
16 mph
38%
1008 mb
0 mm/h
6:00 am
2°/2°°C
0 mm
0%
20 mph
32%
1010 mb
0 mm/h
9:00 am
2°/2°°C
0 mm
0%
16 mph
26%
1012 mb
0 mm/h
12:00 pm
5°/5°°C
0 mm
0%
14 mph
15%
1011 mb
0 mm/h
3:00 pm
6°/6°°C
0 mm
0%
10 mph
12%
1011 mb
0 mm/h
6:00 pm
4°/4°°C
0 mm
0%
14 mph
20%
1014 mb
0 mm/h
9:00 pm
3°/3°°C
0 mm
0%
10 mph
23%
1015 mb
0 mm/h
Tokyo Area
tokyo
9:56 pm,
Jan 21, 2026
5°C
overcast clouds
Hourly Forecast
12:00 am
4°/4°°C
0.37 mm
37%
9 mph
42%
1008 mb
0 mm/h
3:00 am
2°/3°°C
0.29 mm
29%
16 mph
38%
1008 mb
0 mm/h
6:00 am
2°/2°°C
0 mm
0%
20 mph
32%
1010 mb
0 mm/h
9:00 am
2°/2°°C
0 mm
0%
16 mph
26%
1012 mb
0 mm/h
12:00 pm
5°/5°°C
0 mm
0%
14 mph
15%
1011 mb
0 mm/h
3:00 pm
6°/6°°C
0 mm
0%
10 mph
12%
1011 mb
0 mm/h
6:00 pm
4°/4°°C
0 mm
0%
14 mph
20%
1014 mb
0 mm/h
9:00 pm
3°/3°°C
0 mm
0%
10 mph
23%
1015 mb
0 mm/h
What to wear?
- Base: Uniqlo Heattech inner shirt
- Middle: Light knit sweater or fleece
- Outer: Long wool coat or light down jacket
- Bottom: Normal or lined pants
- Accessories: Scarf + gloves + beanie for chilly evenings
Example Outfit (October–February)
- October: One inner T-shirt + light jacket + jeans
- December–February: Heattech + sweater + long coat
Japanese Brands to Try:
- Uniqlo / GU – Affordable Heattech collection
- Muji – Minimalist coats and knits
Aomori: Functional Layers for Snowy Northern Days
Aomori, located just below Hokkaido, is known for its heavy snowfall and crisp winds. Temperatures hover between -2°C and 5°C, and the snow can pile up quickly—so warmth and traction are key!
Weather in Aomori today?
Aomori
Aomori
9:56 pm,
Jan 21, 2026
-4°C
light snow
- Temperature
- Precipitation
- Rain Chance
- Wind
- Humidity
- Pressure
- Snow
12:00 am
-4°/-4°°C
1 mm
100%
8 mph
75%
1007 mb
1.27 mm/h
3:00 am
-4°/-4°°C
1 mm
100%
10 mph
69%
1006 mb
1.43 mm/h
6:00 am
-4°/-4°°C
1 mm
100%
10 mph
73%
1007 mb
0.73 mm/h
9:00 am
-4°/-4°°C
1 mm
100%
10 mph
81%
1008 mb
1.05 mm/h
12:00 pm
-3°/-3°°C
1 mm
100%
14 mph
78%
1008 mb
1.37 mm/h
3:00 pm
-3°/-3°°C
1 mm
100%
15 mph
72%
1009 mb
0.86 mm/h
6:00 pm
-5°/-5°°C
0.21 mm
21%
7 mph
76%
1010 mb
0.17 mm/h
9:00 pm
-5°/-5°°C
0.98 mm
98%
5 mph
90%
1011 mb
1.23 mm/h
Aomori Area
Aomori
9:56 pm,
Jan 21, 2026
-4°C
light snow
Hourly Forecast
12:00 am
-4°/-4°°C
1 mm
100%
8 mph
75%
1007 mb
1.27 mm/h
3:00 am
-4°/-4°°C
1 mm
100%
10 mph
69%
1006 mb
1.43 mm/h
6:00 am
-4°/-4°°C
1 mm
100%
10 mph
73%
1007 mb
0.73 mm/h
9:00 am
-4°/-4°°C
1 mm
100%
10 mph
81%
1008 mb
1.05 mm/h
12:00 pm
-3°/-3°°C
1 mm
100%
14 mph
78%
1008 mb
1.37 mm/h
3:00 pm
-3°/-3°°C
1 mm
100%
15 mph
72%
1009 mb
0.86 mm/h
6:00 pm
-5°/-5°°C
0.21 mm
21%
7 mph
76%
1010 mb
0.17 mm/h
9:00 pm
-5°/-5°°C
0.98 mm
98%
5 mph
90%
1011 mb
1.23 mm/h
What to Wear?
- Base: Heat-retaining underwear like Uniqlo Ultra Warm Heattech
- Middle: Fleece or padded mid-layer for insulation
- Outer: Waterproof down coat or ski jacket
- Bottom: Lined pants or thermal leggings under jeans
- Footwear: Snowproof boots with thick soles
Accessories: Wool gloves, scarf, and earmuffs
Locals in Aomori value practicality but still keep it stylish with muted tones like navy, beige, or khaki.
Tip: Carry a small pack of disposable heat pads (kairo). They’re sold everywhere and perfect for keeping your hands or pockets warm during sightseeing!
Hokkaido: Bundle Up for Snow Adventures
Hokkaido is seriously cold, with temperatures dropping below -5°C and plenty of snow. Locals prioritize warmth and waterproofing without sacrificing style.
Weather in Hokkaido?
Hokkaido Sapporo
Hokkaido Sapporo
9:56 pm,
Jan 21, 2026
-6°C
snow
- Temperature
- Precipitation
- Rain Chance
- Wind
- Humidity
- Pressure
- Snow
12:00 am
-7°/-7°°C
1 mm
100%
6 mph
87%
1004 mb
1.78 mm/h
3:00 am
-6°/-5°°C
1 mm
100%
2 mph
91%
1004 mb
6.5 mm/h
6:00 am
-6°/-6°°C
1 mm
100%
3 mph
96%
1004 mb
6.81 mm/h
9:00 am
-6°/-6°°C
1 mm
100%
4 mph
94%
1005 mb
3.57 mm/h
12:00 pm
-4°/-4°°C
1 mm
100%
4 mph
91%
1005 mb
2.48 mm/h
3:00 pm
-4°/-4°°C
1 mm
100%
3 mph
89%
1006 mb
1.45 mm/h
6:00 pm
-6°/-6°°C
0.79 mm
79%
2 mph
93%
1007 mb
1.41 mm/h
9:00 pm
-6°/-6°°C
1 mm
100%
7 mph
96%
1008 mb
3.57 mm/h
Hokkaido Sapporo Area
Hokkaido Sapporo
9:56 pm,
Jan 21, 2026
-6°C
snow
Hourly Forecast
12:00 am
-7°/-7°°C
1 mm
100%
6 mph
87%
1004 mb
1.78 mm/h
3:00 am
-6°/-5°°C
1 mm
100%
2 mph
91%
1004 mb
6.5 mm/h
6:00 am
-6°/-6°°C
1 mm
100%
3 mph
96%
1004 mb
6.81 mm/h
9:00 am
-6°/-6°°C
1 mm
100%
4 mph
94%
1005 mb
3.57 mm/h
12:00 pm
-4°/-4°°C
1 mm
100%
4 mph
91%
1005 mb
2.48 mm/h
3:00 pm
-4°/-4°°C
1 mm
100%
3 mph
89%
1006 mb
1.45 mm/h
6:00 pm
-6°/-6°°C
0.79 mm
79%
2 mph
93%
1007 mb
1.41 mm/h
9:00 pm
-6°/-6°°C
1 mm
100%
7 mph
96%
1008 mb
3.57 mm/h
What to wear?
- Base: Heattech or merino wool innerwear
- Middle: Thick knit or fleece
- Outer: Waterproof down jacket or parka
- Bottom: Thermal pants or jeans with leggings
- Footwear: Snow boots with grip soles
- Accessories: Thick gloves, muffler, and earmuffs
Kyoto: Classic Layers with an Elegant Touch
Kyoto’s winter is calm but chilly, especially in the mornings and evenings (around 2–8°C). Locals prefer refined, traditional-inspired looks—simple yet elegant.
Weather in Kyoto?
Kyoto
Kyoto, JP
9:56 pm,
Jan 21, 2026
0°C
snow
- Temperature
- Precipitation
- Rain Chance
- Wind
- Humidity
- Pressure
12:00 am
-0°/1°°C
0.43 mm
43%
11 mph
75%
1014 mb
0.14 mm/h
3:00 am
-1°/-0°°C
0.54 mm
54%
10 mph
75%
1014 mb
0.5 mm/h
6:00 am
-1°/-1°°C
0.88 mm
88%
8 mph
80%
1015 mb
1.68 mm/h
9:00 am
-0°/-0°°C
1 mm
100%
6 mph
81%
1017 mb
1.79 mm/h
12:00 pm
3°/3°°C
1 mm
100%
12 mph
53%
1016 mb
0.8 mm/h
3:00 pm
3°/3°°C
0.99 mm
99%
11 mph
60%
1016 mb
0.47 mm/h
6:00 pm
1°/1°°C
0.61 mm
61%
8 mph
72%
1018 mb
0 mm/h
9:00 pm
-1°/-1°°C
0.47 mm
47%
8 mph
63%
1019 mb
0 mm/h
Kyoto Area
Kyoto, JP
9:56 pm,
Jan 21, 2026
0°C
snow
Hourly Forecast
12:00 am
-0°/1°°C
0.43 mm
43%
11 mph
75%
1014 mb
0.14 mm/h
3:00 am
-1°/-0°°C
0.54 mm
54%
10 mph
75%
1014 mb
0.5 mm/h
6:00 am
-1°/-1°°C
0.88 mm
88%
8 mph
80%
1015 mb
1.68 mm/h
9:00 am
-0°/-0°°C
1 mm
100%
6 mph
81%
1017 mb
1.79 mm/h
12:00 pm
3°/3°°C
1 mm
100%
12 mph
53%
1016 mb
0.8 mm/h
3:00 pm
3°/3°°C
0.99 mm
99%
11 mph
60%
1016 mb
0.47 mm/h
6:00 pm
1°/1°°C
0.61 mm
61%
8 mph
72%
1018 mb
0 mm/h
9:00 pm
-1°/-1°°C
0.47 mm
47%
8 mph
63%
1019 mb
0 mm/h
What to Wear?
- Base: Heattech top
- Middle: Wool sweater or knit dress
- Outer: Long coat or padded jacket
- Bottom: Warm leggings or trousers
- Accessories: Scarf and gloves for temple sightseeing
Osaka: Smart Casual and Street-Inspired Winter Looks
Osaka has a mild winter (5–10°C) and a vibrant fashion scene that blends comfort with trendiness. Locals love to mix layers with a playful street style.
Weather in Osaka
Osaka
Osaka
9:56 pm,
Jan 21, 2026
2°C
few clouds
- Temperature
- Precipitation
- Rain Chance
- Wind
- Humidity
- Pressure
- Snow
12:00 am
2°/3°°C
0.5 mm
50%
11 mph
55%
1014 mb
0 mm/h
3:00 am
1°/2°°C
0.34 mm
34%
13 mph
55%
1015 mb
0 mm/h
6:00 am
0°/0°°C
0.26 mm
26%
15 mph
69%
1015 mb
0.29 mm/h
9:00 am
1°/1°°C
0.03 mm
3%
10 mph
54%
1017 mb
0 mm/h
12:00 pm
4°/4°°C
0.42 mm
42%
11 mph
42%
1017 mb
0.26 mm/h
3:00 pm
5°/5°°C
0.31 mm
31%
15 mph
33%
1016 mb
0 mm/h
6:00 pm
4°/4°°C
0.2 mm
20%
16 mph
35%
1018 mb
0 mm/h
9:00 pm
2°/2°°C
0 mm
0%
17 mph
42%
1020 mb
0 mm/h
Osaka Area
Osaka
9:56 pm,
Jan 21, 2026
2°C
few clouds
Hourly Forecast
12:00 am
2°/3°°C
0.5 mm
50%
11 mph
55%
1014 mb
0 mm/h
3:00 am
1°/2°°C
0.34 mm
34%
13 mph
55%
1015 mb
0 mm/h
6:00 am
0°/0°°C
0.26 mm
26%
15 mph
69%
1015 mb
0.29 mm/h
9:00 am
1°/1°°C
0.03 mm
3%
10 mph
54%
1017 mb
0 mm/h
12:00 pm
4°/4°°C
0.42 mm
42%
11 mph
42%
1017 mb
0.26 mm/h
3:00 pm
5°/5°°C
0.31 mm
31%
15 mph
33%
1016 mb
0 mm/h
6:00 pm
4°/4°°C
0.2 mm
20%
16 mph
35%
1018 mb
0 mm/h
9:00 pm
2°/2°°C
0 mm
0%
17 mph
42%
1020 mb
0 mm/h
What to wear?
- Base: Heattech long sleeve
- Middle: Oversized hoodie or fleece
- Outer: Bomber jacket or short down coat
- Bottom: Wide pants or jeans
- Accessories: Knit cap and casual sneakers
