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  1. 10 Best Winter Destinations in Japan 2023-2024

    10. Kenrokuen (Ishikawa) Kenrokuen is a huge garden with 11.4 hectares of land situated in the center of Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture. Designated as one of the three great gardens in Japan, it attracts a number of visitors all year round along with Kanazawa Castle which is located nearby.

  2. Most beautiful winter destinations in Japan

    Restaurant Kamakura Village is made up of 20 pop-up igloos nestled in the snowy Japanese Alps in the small town of Iiyama. Each igloo fits up to four people and you'll be treated to a noroshi nabe ...

  3. 20 Best Towns to Enjoy the Winter Snow in Japan

    See on Google Maps. 4. Otaru, Hokkaido. When it comes to winter in Japan, the heaviest snow falls in Hokkaido, where you can enjoy the annual Sapporo Snow Festival. But, take a 45 minute train ride, and you'll be whisked away to the port city of Otaru, a city pivotal to the development of Japan's northernmost island.

  4. Fun Things to Do in Winter: 12 Best Destinations to Enjoy Winter in Japan

    Winter is a beautiful time to visit Japan. There are many beautiful winter destinations to choose from. From enjoying gorgeous winter scenery to fun winter activities, to places serving specialty winter cuisine, you can find something for your trip. This article will help you decide on the best winter destinations to visit in Japan. Main image: PIXTA

  5. 14 Best Places to Visit in Japan During Winter Season

    So, if awe-inspiring views are your thing, Gujo Hachiman Castle should be on your list of top places to visit in Japan during winter. 10. Lake Toya, Hokkaido Prefecture. Image credit: Lake Toya Official Website. Lake Toya in Hokkaido boasts a host of winter activities and stunning views.

  6. The Ultimate Japan Winter Itinerary (2 Weeks, 4 Cities)

    Day 4: Journey to Takayama, known for delicious Hida beef. You'll spend a good chunk of the day getting to Takayama, which is best accessed on Japan Rail (JR) via Nagoya. The ride there is beautiful, most of it alongside a deeply blue river. (Sometimes there's also a direct bus, though, so be sure to check!

  7. Winter in Japan

    1- Japan is beautiful in winter. 2- Japan is less crowded in winter. 3- The Japan snow season is fantastic. 4- Winter is the best season to soak in a Japanese Onsen. 5- Winter festivals in Japan are amazing. 6- It's the time of year to see the Snow Monkeys. 7- Japanese food seems to taste better.

  8. Winter in Japan: 20 Best Things to Do in Japan's Cold Season

    The Best Things to Do in Winter in Japan. 1. Hit The Powdery Slopes. One of the top reasons to visit Japan in winter is skiing and snowboarding. Ski resorts can be found in much of Japan, including the well-established Niseko in Hokkaido, which sits in the shadow of Mt. Yotei.

  9. Winter in Japan

    As a densely mountainous country, Japan boasts numerous peaks ideal for winter snow sports. Regardless of where you're traveling within Japan, the winter brings ample powder to the nearby mountains, and with it many ski and snowboard enthusiasts. Most Tokyo-based travelers head to nearby Nagano for the great skiing and convenient accessibility.

  10. The ultimate guide to winter in Japan

    With perfect powder snow and over 600 resorts to choose from, Japan is the ideal destination to enjoy incredible winter sports. Even if you don't ski or snowboard, Japan offers winter adventures full of culture, outdoor activities, and superb cuisine. What's more, Japan embraces the wintertime like few other countries, making the coldest ...

  11. 7 Unique Things To Do In Japan In Winter

    Kyoto and Osaka in winter. Activities to add to your Japan in winter itinerary. 1 - Visit an onsen. 2 - Slurp ramen. #3 Make the most of indoor entertainment. 4 - Stay in a traditional Japanese house. 5 - Indulge in the izakaya experience. 6 - Go shopping. 7 - Take part in a traditional tea ceremony.

  12. 10 Best Places to Visit in Japan in Winter 2023-2024

    10. Kifune Shrine. Kyoto is the top tourist destination in Japan through the year, and there are hundreds of historic sites to visit. Kifune Shrine is one of the best hidden gems in Kyoto. The shrine can be enjoyed all year around but winter could be the best time to visit. The light-up event is held at night during January and February only ...

  13. Plan a Japan Winter Trip 2024: Top Experiences & 2 Itineraries

    Days 1-3: Tokyo (samurai, make sushi, anime center, and Asakusa) Days 4-5: Hakone (ryokans with onsens) Days 6-8: Kyoto (snow-covered shrines, geishas, sake, and feed deer) Day 9: Osaka and departure. It's also a great idea to spend an extra 2-3 days having a family ski time in Nagano, which is not far from Tokyo.

  14. 10 Best Places to Visit in Japan in Winter

    If you are in Nagano on January 15, you can attend the Nozawa Onsen Fire Festival, one of the three great fire festivals in Japan. Nagano is a great winter destination for the whole family. 3. Sapporo, Hokkaido. View of Odori Park from Sapporo TV Tower during the Sapporo Yuki Matsuri.

  15. The Best Places to Visit in Japan During Winter

    Credits: Jojje Olson / Flickr. Ginzan onsen is one of the most picturesque places to go for a winter onsen. Located in the Yamagata prefecture, the small mountain town is full of historical ryokans and traditional onsen inn lined along the banks of the Ginzan River. Stay overnight at one of these, and even consider one with a private onsen, to ...

  16. Japan Travel Itinerary

    Day 7 - Noboribetsu to Asahikawa. Take the train to Asahikawa in the center of Hokkaido, famous for its popular zoo and local ramen. The Asahikawa Winter Festival takes place around the same time as the Sapporo Snow Festival. Day 8 - Asahikawa to Sounkyo. Proceed to Sounkyo Onsen, a hot spring resort in Daisetsuzan National Park.

  17. Where to Go in Japan in Winter

    Hokkaido in Winter. The Mesmerizing Sapporo Snow Festival. For many travelers, the idea of Japan in winter is synonymous with Hokkaido, the country's northernmost island. In particular, the ski slopes of Niseko are famous the world over, attracting skiers and snowboarders from literally dozens of countries ever year.

  18. Tokyo in winter: what to do

    Tokyo's winter charms are one of the city's best-kept secrets. This means that as well as a festive atmosphere and crisp, clear days perfect for soaking in hot springs and spotting Mt Fuji, visitors get to enjoy all that Tokyo has to offer with far fewer crowds.. Just keep in mind that many attractions close for some or all of the first week of January, for the New Year holiday.

  19. The Best Places to Visit in Japan During Winter

    Looking like an idyllic painting come to life, Shirakawa-go is a small traditional village in the heart of Gifu that is stunning year-round. Nonetheless, winter is when it's at its most beautiful. The area is best known for being the home of Japan's unique 'gasshou' houses, a style of old-world traditional Japanese architecture. Some of ...

  20. The best Japanese winter scenery

    The Kenroku-en garden located in Kanazawa is one of the three most famous gardens in Japan, together with the Kairaku-en in Mito and the Kôraku-en in Okayama.. With nearly 8,200 trees in 10 hectares of land, it is a natural area worth visiting. After the autumn season, the garden is even more remarkable when the winter season takes over.

  21. Winter in Japan: 10 Best Things to Do in 2023-2024

    10. Eat Crab. There are some seasonal dishes recommended to eat during winter such as hot pot dish, mochi (rice cake), etc, and crab is one of them. Of course, the best place to eat crab is Hokkaido, but there are also great places in Tokyo, too including crab all-you-can-eat.

  22. Incredible Places To Visit In Japan During Winter

    Top 12 Places To Visit On Your Japan Winter Holiday. 1. Shirakawa-go, Gifu. Shirakawa-go is a stunning year-round village in the center of Gifu. People know Shirakawa-go as an area of "gasshou" houses - an ancient traditional architecture. "Gasshou" means "praying hands" in English.

  23. 16 Japanese Cities To Visit Besides Tokyo And Kyoto

    The city hosted the 1972 Winter Olympics and is one of the best places in Japan to enjoy the winter season. Come in early February and attend the Sapporo Snow Festival. The festival draws over 2 ...

  24. For Japanese Hot Springs, Visit 3 Charming Onsen Towns in Kaga City

    The 17th-century haiku master Matsuo Basho even penned two poems during a visit. Japanese tourists still flock to Kaga's onsen towns every fall, when the leaves turn fiery and snow crab is in ...

  25. Ichiban Japanese Grill Ramen & Sushi

    2 reviews and 5 photos of ICHIBAN JAPANESE GRILL RAMEN & SUSHI "Extraordinary service by Paul! We had an amazing time and food was delicious. The ramen #1, #7 and #9 and the red dragon and Hawaiian roll were also bomb! Quite frankly Paul made it an amazing dining experience in the middle of a stormy Winter day! We will definitely be back from Arizona to visit Ichinban Ramen in August ...