Typical crowd level each month (relative), averaged over the attractions of each city. Shorter bar = fewer people.
Kyoto and Osaka have broadly similar crowd levels overall.
Based on historical visitor patterns, June is usually the quietest month in Kyoto.
Based on historical visitor patterns, January is usually the quietest month in Osaka.
In Kyoto the quietest day is usually Monday; in Osaka, Monday. Weekdays early in the morning are the safest bet in both.
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