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

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Traveling to Odawara, Japan? If you're planning to go to Odawara, we have 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 Odawara, Japan

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

Important essentials for Odawara, Japan

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may wear away. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly option.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

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


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans


  • Kids' KN95 masks

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

General health necessities

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

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January

January for Odawara can be very chilly. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (single digits C) during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Natural History, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

February

If you go to Odawara in February, you will notice that it is cold. Daytime temperatures are in the low 50s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Natural History, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

March

If you go to Odawara in March, you will notice that it is chilly. Daytime temperatures are in the 50s F (low 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Natural History, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

April

April in Odawara is crisp. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Natural History, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

May

Traveling to Odawara in May, you will notice that it is balmy. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Natural History, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

June

Traveling to Odawara in June, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Daytime temperatures are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Natural History, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

July

If you go to Odawara in July, you will notice that it is hot. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Natural History, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

August

If you are traveling to Odawara in August, you will notice that it is hot. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Natural History, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

September

September for Odawara is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Natural History, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

October

If you are traveling to Odawara in October, you will notice that it is mild. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Natural History, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

November

November in Odawara can be chilly. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C) to low 60s F (high 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Natural History, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

December

If you vacation in Odawara during December, you are likely to see that it is relatively cool. Temperatures tend to hover around the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 40 and 50% during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Natural History, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

Activities for Odawara, Japan

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

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