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Current weather and clothing

The weather information shown here is the information closest to the station in question. Please note that there may be slight differences.

Yearly temperature changes and recommended clothing

Clothing recommendations for each temperature range

When traveling in Japan with the following average temperatures, the recommended clothing is as follows:

Monthly changes in temperature, precipitation, and snowfall (1991~2020 average, Japan Meteorological Agency survey)

Winter

December

In December, the winter season begins in Osaka Station, and the temperature drops significantly to an average of 8.7°C. It is a cold and dry month, and sometimes it can even snow. It is essential to wear warm, layered clothing to protect oneself from the cold.

For men, it is recommended to wear warm coats, sweaters, thermals, warm trousers, and closed-toe shoes. Women can wear warm woolen coats, jackets, scarfs, gloves, trousers or jeans, and closed-toe shoes. It is recommended to bring thermals to layer up during the evenings.

January

The average temperature in January is 6.2°C, and the precipitation is around 47mm. The weather is cold and dry, and it is recommended to wear warm clothing. Men can wear thick coats or jackets, while women can wear thick sweaters or cardigans with a scarf, gloves, and a hat to keep warm. It is also advisable to wear a pair of warm boots to protect the feet from the cold.

February

In February, the temperature rises slightly to an average of 6.6°C, but the precipitation also increases to around 60.5mm. The weather is still cold, and it is advisable to continue wearing warm clothing. Men can wear a thick coat or a jacket, while women can wear a thick sweater or cardigan with a scarf, gloves, and a hat. It is recommended to wear waterproof boots to protect the feet from the rain and snow.

Spring

March

In March, the temperature rises to an average of 9.9°C, and the precipitation increases significantly to around 103.1mm. The weather is still cold, but the beginning of spring can be felt in the air. It is recommended to wear warm clothes with layers as the temperature may fluctuate throughout the day. Men can wear a jacket or a coat, while women can wear a sweater or a cardigan with a scarf, gloves, and a hat. It is advisable to wear waterproof shoes to protect the feet from the rain.

April

In April, the temperature rises to an average of 15.2°C, and the precipitation is around 101.9mm. The weather is still cool, but it is a beautiful time to visit Osaka as the cherry blossoms start to bloom. It is recommended to wear comfortable clothes that are suitable for both warm and cool weather. Men can wear a light jacket or a sweater, while women can wear a light cardigan with a scarf. It is advisable to wear comfortable shoes for walking as the city can be explored on foot.

May

In May, the average temperature in Osaka is around 20.1°C, and the precipitation is approximately 136.5 mm. The weather in May is warm and mostly sunny, but it can also be rainy. It is a good idea to bring a light raincoat or umbrella with you, just in case.

For men and women, light clothing such as T-shirts, shorts, and skirts are recommended, but it may be a good idea to bring a light jacket or sweater for the cooler evenings.

Summer

June

June is one of the wettest months in Osaka with an average rainfall of 185.1 mm. The average temperature is around 23.6°C, making it a very warm and humid month. It is advisable to bring light clothing and a raincoat or umbrella with you.

For men and women, T-shirts, shorts, skirts, and light cotton dresses are recommended, as well as a light jacket for cooler evenings.

July

July is the hottest month in Osaka with an average temperature of 27.7 °C. It is also one of the wettest months with an average rainfall of 174.4 mm. The humidity in July can be very high, so it is important to stay hydrated and wear breathable clothing.

For men and women, light, breathable clothing such as T-shirts, shorts, skirts, and cotton dresses are recommended. It is also a good idea to bring a light raincoat or umbrella with you in case of sudden rain.

August

August is similar to July in terms of weather, with an average temperature of 29°C and an average rainfall of 113 mm. The humidity remains high, so it is essential to wear breathable clothing and stay hydrated.

For men and women, light and breathable clothing such as T-shirts, shorts, skirts, and cotton dresses are recommended. It is also advisable to bring a light raincoat or umbrella with you.

Autumn

September

In September, the weather starts to cool down, with an average temperature of 25.2°C and an average rainfall of 152.8 mm. The weather is still warm and humid, but the humidity starts to decrease.

For men and women, light clothing such as T-shirts, shorts, skirts, and cotton dresses are recommended, but it is a good idea to bring a light jacket or sweater for the cooler evenings.

October

In October, the autumn season is in full swing, and the weather begins to get cooler. The average temperature in Osaka Station during this month is 19.5°C. During the day, it is usually sunny, and the temperature is pleasant, but at night the temperature can drop significantly, so it is essential to bring layers of clothing.

For men, it is recommended to wear lightweight, breathable long-sleeved shirts, a light jacket, and trousers or jeans. Women can opt for dresses or skirts, but it is also recommended to wear tights to stay warm. It is essential to bring a light jacket or a cardigan to layer up during the evenings.

November

In November, the temperature in Osaka Station drops significantly to an average of 13.8°C. The days are shorter, and the weather is cloudy and cool, and the humidity can be high. It is essential to bring warm clothing, such as coats, jackets, sweaters, and warm pants.

For men, it is recommended to wear warm sweaters or hoodies, a coat, trousers or jeans, and closed-toe shoes. Women can wear warm jackets, woolen sweaters, turtlenecks, trousers or jeans, and closed-toe shoes. Gloves, scarves, and hats are also necessary to keep warm during the evenings.

Recommended tourist destinations

Dotombori District

Chuo-ku, Dotombori, Chuo, Osaka 542-0076 Osaka Prefecture
Dotonbori is a moat river built by Yasui Doton with his private fortune in the early Edo period. Today, the area along Dotonbori is known as the busiest shopping area in Osaka, and is lined with famous restaurants representing Osaka.

Universal Studios Japan

2-1-33 Sakurajima, Konohana-Ku, Osaka 554-0031 Osaka Prefecture
Osaka’s most popular tourist spot where visitors can experience the world of Hollywood movies. The theme park continues to evolve into a place that can be enjoyed by all generations, with the Hollywood area featuring a recreation of Hollywood streetscapes, and the recent addition of Harry Potter and Nintendo Super Mario-themed areas.

Osaka Castle

1-1 Osakajo, Chuo, Osaka 540-0002 Osaka Prefecture
The castle was built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a famous castle in Japan. The castle tower was destroyed by fire in 1665, and for the next 260 years there was no castle tower. The present keep was rebuilt in 1931, and the interior is used as a history museum. The area around the castle has been developed into Osaka Castle Park, where citizens can relax in a garden with beautiful cherry blossoms, a museum, and commercial facilities.

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

1-1-10 Kaigandori, Minato-ku, Osaka 552-0022 Osaka Prefecture
The aquarium is one of the largest aquariums in Japan, breeding 30,000 creatures of about 620 species. The aquarium’s large tanks represent the natural environment of various regions around the Pacific Rim. Whale sharks swimming gracefully in the large tank are the aquarium’s most popular animals.

Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street

Shinsaibashi-suji, Chuo, Osaka 542-0085 Osaka Prefecture
The Shinsaibashisuji Shopping -Arcade stretches 580 meters from the south side of Nagahori Dori to Soemoncho Dori from north to south. It is lined with about 180 stores, including two major department stores, Daimaru Shinsaibashi Store, as well as clothing stores and restaurants, and attracts about 60,000 shoppers on weekdays and 120,000 shoppers on Sundays and holidays.

Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine

2-9-89 Sumiyoshi, Sumiyoshi-ku, Osaka 558-0045 Osaka Prefecture
Widely worshipped as the god of navigation since ancient times, it is one of Osaka’s representative shrines. More than 2 million people visit the shrine on New Year’s Day for Hatsumode (New Year’s visit). The main shrine, built in a unique architectural style known as Sumiyoshi-zukuri, is designated as a national treasure.

Kuromon Market

2-4-1, Nippombashi, Chuo, Osaka 542-0073 Osaka Prefecture
This market has been in existence since the late Edo period (1603-1867) and has both wholesale and retail functions, serving the stomachs of the Naniwa people. About 150 stores selling fresh fish, fruits and vegetables, food and beverages, clothing, etc. line the 580-meter street south of Sennichimae, attracting about 18,000 visitors on weekdays and 150,000 at the end of the year.

National Bunraku Theater

1-12-10, Nippombashi, Chuo, Osaka 542-0073 Osaka Prefecture
This theater is where you can watch Bunraku, a uniquely Japanese traditional performing art that has been registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. Bunraku is a form of drama in which a tayu, or tayu, tells a story and the characters’ lines to the accompaniment of shamisen music, and the puppets move in time with the music. In the exhibition room on the first floor of the theater, valuable materials related to Bunraku and special exhibitions held irregularly are available for everyone to enjoy (free admission).

Shinsekai

1 Ebisuhigashi, Naniwaku, Osaka 556-0002 Osaka Prefecture
Downtown Osaka in the southern part of the city is famous for Tsutenkaku Tower, Janjan Yokocho, and large puffer fish lantern signs. The Tsutenkaku Observation Deck is crowded with tourists from far and wide, and at the underground Tsutenkaku Theater directly below, singers from various regions sing enka (traditional Japanese ballads) every Monday, and at the Tsutenkaku Theater Tengeki, manzai and Kamigata Rakugo entertain the audience every Saturday and Sunday.

Shitennoji

1-11-18 Shitennoji, Tennoji-Ku, Osaka 543-0051 Osaka Prefecture
Founded in 593 by Prince Shotoku, this was the first official temple of Buddhism in Japan. The temple is full of attractions such as the layout of the temple buildings, which have been handed down from the time of its foundation, and the halls associated with the ancestors of various religious sects that transcend the boundaries of sectarianism.

Where to leave your luggage

Since Umeda-Osaka Station is the largest terminal station in western Japan, there are more than 3,000 coin lockers in the area.
For this reason, there are three “Coin Locker Search Machines” located in Osaka Station that show the locations and availability of coin lockers.It is also recommended to use the “Railway and Tourist Information Center” located right in front of the Osaka Station Central Exit ticket gate to gather information.

In addition to coin lockers, there is also a “Crosta Osaka” baggage storage facility. On the first floor of Osaka Station, go through the central ticket gate toward the left and turn right at the corner where Nippon Travel Agency is located. Go straight ahead and you will find Crosta Osaka on the right side. Hours of operation are from 8:00 to 20:00. For an additional fee, we also offer luggage transportation service to partner hotels in the neighborhood.

Recommended hotels and inns

Imperial Hotel Osaka

1-8-50 Temmabashi, Kita-Ku, Osaka 530-0042 Osaka Prefecture
1.3mi/2.1km from Osaka Station/Umeda Station
Hotel class: 5
Hotel style: River View , Park View

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RIHGA Royal Hotel Osaka

5-3-68 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-0005 Osaka Prefecture
20-minutes walk from Osaka Station/Umeda Station
Hotel class: 4.5
Hotel style: Classic , Quiet

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Hotel Granvia Osaka

3-1-1 Umeda Kita-ku, Osaka 530-0001 Osaka Prefecture
1-minute walk from Osaka Station/Umeda Station
Hotel class: 4
Hotel style: Centrally Located , Modern

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Hotel Hankyu Respire Osaka

1-1 Ofukacho, Kita-Ku, Osaka 530-0011 Osaka Prefecture
5-minutes walk from Osaka Station/Umeda Station
Hotel class: 4
Hotel style: Centrally Located , Modern

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Mitsui Garden Hotel Osaka Premier

3-4-15 Nakanoshima, Kita-Ku, Osaka 530-0005 Osaka Prefecture
14-minutes walk from Osaka Station/Umeda Station
Hotel class: 4
Hotel style: Modern , River View

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Hotel Nikko Osaka

1-3-3 Nishishinsaibashi, Chuo, Osaka 542-0086 Osaka Prefecture
1.9mi/3.1km from Osaka Station/Umeda Station
Hotel class: 4
Hotel style: Centrally Located , Modern

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Hotel Vischio Osaka by Granvia

2-4-10 Shibata, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-0012 Osaka Prefecture
7-minutes walk from Osaka Station/Umeda Station
Hotel class: 3.5
Hotel style: Business , Family

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Hotel New Hankyu Osaka

1-1-35 Shibata, Kita-Ku, Osaka 530-8310 Osaka Prefecture
4-minutes walk from Osaka Station/Umeda Station
Hotel class: 3
Hotel style: Centrally Located , Business

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Hotel Brighton City Osaka Kitahama

1-1 Fushimimachi, Chuo, Osaka 541-0044 Osaka Prefecture
1.1mi/1.8km from Osaka Station/Umeda Station
Hotel class: 3
Hotel style: Modern , Mid-range

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The Lively Honmachi Osaka

1-1-35 Shibata, Kita-Ku, Osaka 530-8310 Osaka Prefecture
1.5mi/2.4km from Osaka Station/Umeda Station
Hotel class: 3
Hotel style: Business

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