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Seoul's streets and towers lit up at night, seen from aboveThe Shibuya and Shinjuku skyline in Tokyo

Seoul vs Tokyo in July

Tokyo edges it in July. Seoul averages 21–28°C with moderate crowds; Tokyo 22–30°C with moderate crowds.

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

Seoul and Tokyo

The verdict for July

  • WeatherVery similar3.5/10 vs 4/10
  • CrowdsTokyo is quieterModerate vs Moderate
  • PricesTokyo is cheaper$$$ vs $$$
  • OverallTokyo comes out ahead4.4/10 vs 5/10
Seoul's streets and towers lit up at night, seen from above

Seoul in July

Hot, humid and rainy

Temperature
21–28°C
Crowds
Moderate
Prices
$$$

+Lively summer atmosphere

–Heat, humidity and heavy rainfall

July is one of Seoul’s wettest months, with high humidity and frequent rain.

Seoul in July
The Shibuya and Shinjuku skyline in Tokyo

Tokyo in July

Hot, humid, festival season

Temperature
22–30°C
Crowds
Moderate
Prices
$$$

+Summer festivals and fireworks are a genuine spectacle.

–Heat and humidity are punishing by midday.

Matsuri season, if you can handle the climate.

Tokyo in July

Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.

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