Higashiando i
Town · Nara

Higashiando

Ikoma-gun · Japan

Local time
07:41 AM
Population
7.2K
Elevation
41 m
Best time to go
May, Oct
Go score 72/100
Main airport
ITM
35 km
Time zone
UTC+9
Asia/Tokyo
At a glance

The best months to visit are May and October.

August is the hottest month, with highs around 32°C (90°F).

January is the coldest month, with lows around 0°C (33°F).

The wettest month is March, with rain on about 19 days.

August is the sunniest month, with about 6.3 hours of sunshine a day.

in October, it is warmer than 87% of places in Japan.

Weather

16-day forecast

Higashiando weather forecast

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European AQI53Moderate
PM2.538.1
PM1038.3
NO₂38.1
O₃18
Pollen

Pollen forecasts are only available in Europe.

Climate

Best time to visit Higashiando

Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).

Best time to goMay and October
-5°5°15°25°35° 0125250 mm Jan · 46 mmFeb · 61 mmMar · 103 mmApr · 142 mmMay · 150 mmJun · 231 mmJul · 190 mmAug · 135 mmSep · 199 mmOct · 125 mmNov · 74 mmDec · 37 mm 9°10°13°19°24°27°31°32°28°22°17°12° 0°1°3°9°13°18°22°23°19°13°7°2° JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high Average low Sea temperature Rainfall (mm) Best time to go

Month by month

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high9°10°13°19°24°27°31°32°28°22°17°12°
Average low0°1°3°9°13°18°22°23°19°13°7°2°
Rainfall (mm)46611031421502311901351991257437
Rain days12151916151818161814139
Sunshine per day (h)4.34.45.15.66.24.85.56.34.74.94.64.5
Daylight (h)10.110.911.9131414.514.313.412.311.210.39.8
Humidity (%)666766676975777576747269
Wind (km/h)1010101098898889
Go score181832597162413958725534

The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.

Tourist density

Higashiando: tourist crowds by month

How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.

Tourist density
Low
Busiest months
May and October
Quietest months
January–February
Very quietQuietModerateBusyVery busy

Landmarks nearby

Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.

Things to do in Higashiando
Practical

Higashiando: practical information

Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything to know before you go.

Power plugs
AB
Voltage
100 V · 50/60 Hz
Driving
Drive on the left
Currency

Japanese Yen

JPY · ¥

1 USD ≈ 158 JPY

Languages
Japanese
Calling code
+81
Emergency numbers
Safety & travel advice
1
Exercise normal precautionsUS travel advisory
No travel warningsUK travel advice · Aug 28, 2026
Read the full advice
Typical prices
  • Meal, casual restaurant¥2,500≈ $16.00
  • Cappuccino¥600≈ $3.80
  • Beer (0.5 l)¥880≈ $5.60
  • Bottled water (1.5 l)¥270≈ $1.70
  • Taxi, 5 km¥1,800≈ $11.00
  • Public transport ticket¥330≈ $2.10
  • Mid-range hotel, per night¥20,100≈ $125

Estimated from Japan’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 69% of US levels.

Upcoming public holidays
  • Nov 3Culture Day
  • Nov 23Labour Thanksgiving Day
  • Jan 1New Year's Day
  • Jan 11Coming of Age Day
  • Feb 11Foundation Day
Earthquake history

25 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.

Strongest: M6.9 (1995).

Map

How to get to Higashiando

Nearest airports

Distances

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Hotels

Hotels in Higashiando

Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.

Hotels in Higashiando
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Wildlife around here

The most-recorded species within 25 km, with their seasonality.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Higashiando?

Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Higashiando is May and October.

What is the weather like in Higashiando in October?

In October, Higashiando averages a high of 22°C (72°F) and a low of 13°C (55°F), with 125 mm of rain on about 14 days.

What is the rainiest month in Higashiando?

March, with rain on about 19 days.

What is the nearest airport to Higashiando?

Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM), about 35 km away.

What power plugs are used in Japan?

Plug types A, B, 100 V.

What currency is used in Japan?

Japanese Yen (JPY).

What is the emergency number in Japan?

110.

Is Japan safe to visit?

US travel advisory: Exercise normal precautions. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.

When is Higashiando most crowded?

The busiest months are May and October.

When is Higashiando least crowded?

The quietest months are January–February.

What time zone is Higashiando in?

Asia/Tokyo (UTC+9).

What is the population of Higashiando?

About 7,225.