Nagakute, Japan: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to Nagakute, Japan? If you're planning to go to Nagakute, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Nagakute
- Important essentials for Nagakute
- Activities for Nagakute
- Nagakute in January: weather and what to pack
- Nagakute in February: weather and what to pack
- Nagakute in March: weather and what to pack
- Nagakute in April: weather and what to pack
- Nagakute in May: weather and what to pack
- Nagakute in June: weather and what to pack
- Nagakute in July: weather and what to pack
- Nagakute in August: weather and what to pack
- Nagakute in September: weather and what to pack
- Nagakute in October: weather and what to pack
- Nagakute in November: weather and what to pack
- Nagakute in December: weather and what to pack

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 Nagakute, Japan
Based on the climate and weather in Nagakute, the best time to go is October. See below for details.
Important essentials for Nagakute, Japan
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Nagakute, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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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).
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may become worn. An unreadable vaccination card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly option.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection available.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's wise to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent choice.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Nagakute. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some more rural areas you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone.
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Airplane or car necessities
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. This one works in most places, but you may want to check with your hotel.
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For families with young children
What to wear/what to pack for Nagakute, Japan by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January here can be very chilly, somewhat snowy, somewhat rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains about half of the time and snows 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light gloves or mittens
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Warm pants or jeans
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Jacket or coat
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Extra socks
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Fleece
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Lip balm
In our opinion, the best is: this
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Standard footwear
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Waterproof snow boots
In addition to day-to-day footwear, it's important to bring snow boots. For travel to Nagakute, we suggest these boots:
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Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
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A umbrella
This is worth investing in for this weather. This one is a great option.
If you go to the Toyota Automobile Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Comfy walking shoes
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
February
February in Nagakute can be brisk, somewhat snowy, somewhat rainy and somewhat hazy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 30s F (single digits C). It tends to rain about half of the time. It also snows a bit less than half of the time. With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 50% to 60% range on average.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Jacket or coat
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Lip balm
In our opinion, the best option: here
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Extra socks
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Fleece
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Warm pants or jeans
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Light gloves or mittens
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Standard footwear
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Waterproof snow boots
In addition to standard shoes, you should bring snow boots. For visiting Nagakute, we suggest these boots:
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Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
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A umbrella
This is essential in this type of weather. This one is a perfect option.
If you go to the Toyota Automobile Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
March
March is cold, very rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Warm pants or jeans
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Lip balm
In our opinion, the best option: this
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Jacket or coat
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Fleece
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Extra socks
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Standard footwear
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A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
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Rain pants
These will be essential in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is a great choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We recommend:
If you go to the Toyota Automobile Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
April
In April, Nagakute can be chilly, very rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures routinely are in the 60s F (high 10s C) and about a third of the time jump into the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Nagakute, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In April, humidity reaches as high as 60%.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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Dresses
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Light jacket or fleece
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Light and heavy skirts
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Extra socks
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Standard footwear
-
Pants or jeans
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A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We recommend:
If you go to the Toyota Automobile Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
May
May in Nagakute is warm, very rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion
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Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light skirts
-
Extra socks
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We recommend:
If you go to the Toyota Automobile Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
June
June in Nagakute is warm, very rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light skirts
-
Sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Extra socks
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a great choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We like:
If you go to the Toyota Automobile Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
July
July in Nagakute is extremely hot, extremely rainy and somewhat hazy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) to 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Waterproof sandals
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Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Skirts
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Insulated water bottle
Our pick also removes contaminants:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
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A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
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Rain pants
These are a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We suggest:
If you go to the Toyota Automobile Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
August
August in this region can be very hot, very rainy and very hazy. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also filters contaminants:
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Sunglasses
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants will be vital in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We like:
If you go to the Toyota Automobile Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
September
September for Nagakute is hot, very rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains most days.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Light skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We suggest:
If you go to the Toyota Automobile Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
October
In October, Nagakute is balmy, very rainy and very hazy. 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 Nagakute, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In October, humidity reaches as high as 60%.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Extra socks
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Light skirts
-
Sandals
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We suggest:
If you go to the Toyota Automobile Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
November
If you vacation in Nagakute during November, you are likely to see that it is crisp, somewhat rainy and very hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 40s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Extra socks
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Pants or jeans
-
Dresses
-
Standard footwear
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We recommend:
If you go to the Toyota Automobile Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
December
December here is brisk, somewhat rainy and very hazy. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Jacket or coat
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best is: here
-
Extra socks
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Fleece
-
Standard footwear
-
Waterproof snow boots
In addition to day-to-day shoes, it's important to bring snow boots. For traveling to Nagakute, a great option is these boots:
-
Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
-
A windproof umbrella
This is important here. This one is a perfect option.
If you go to the Toyota Automobile Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
Activities for Nagakute, Japan
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Nagakute.
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