Kotohira, Japan: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Kotohira, Japan? If you're planning to go to Kotohira, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Kotohira, Japan

Based on the climate and weather in Kotohira, the best time to go is October. See below for details.

Important essentials for Kotohira, Japan

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Kotohira, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

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  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards frequently wear out. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection you can have.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly option.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to have an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a great choice.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

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What to wear/what to pack for Kotohira, Japan by month

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January

January for Kotohira can be very chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains about half of the time and snows sometimes.

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February

February in Kotohira is cold and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 30s F (single digits C). It tends to rain about half of the time. It also snows occasionally. With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 50% to 60% range on average.

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March

In March, Kotohira can be very chilly and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 50s F (low 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 30s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Kotohira, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In March, humidity reaches as high as 60%.

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April

April here is chilly and very rainy. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

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May

In May, Kotohira is balmy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 50s F (low 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Kotohira, with several of the days of the month having rain. In May, humidity reaches as high as 60%.

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June

In June, Kotohira is a perfect temperature and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 60s F (high 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Kotohira, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In June, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

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July

In July, Kotohira is consistently hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (low 30s C) and 5-10 days this month jump into the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Kotohira, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In July, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

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August

August in Kotohira is constantly hot and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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September

September in Kotohira is pretty consistently hot and very rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

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October

October in this region is mild and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

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November

If you go to Kotohira in November, you will notice that it is relatively cool and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).

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December

December in Kotohira can be very chilly and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 30s F (single digits C). It tends to rain about half of the time. With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 50% to 60% range on average.

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Activities for Kotohira, Japan

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Kotohira.

If you check out a temple, such as Izutama Shrine, wear:

If you see the Kinryo Sake Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

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