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Whether you’re wanting to snap photogenic scenery, ski in feather-light powder snow, munch on steamy oden and ramen, or just relax with the locals in an outdoor hot spring overlooking the snowy mountains; Japan is the perfect place to enjoy winter to its fullest.
WAttention brings you a selection of our best winter articles to help you plan your winter getaway in Japan.
Winter Sports
Ski in Japan: Resorts Near Tokyo
Here are our picks for slopes near Tokyo that will give you a satisfyingly ski-filled day trip and still leave you time to head back to Tokyo…
Onsen in Winter
Gora Hot Spring – Gora Tensui
Private-use hot springs: Yes; Rooms with open-air baths: Yes; Take a picturesque ride along the Hakone Tozan Railway to its final stop, Gora,…
Winter Washoku
A Taste Of Sh旬n: Anglerfish Hotpot
The ankou, or anglerfish, is one of those grotesque deep sea creatures (not unlike the hoya) that one wouldn’t fathom putting in one’s mouth. But the ankou is a winter delicacy that…
Winter Events & Traditions
Yokote Kamakura (Snow Huts)
Playing in snow huts is a popular pastime in winter for children living in the heavy snowfall areas. They make snow huts called “Kamakura ” in which they play games and eat traditional delicacies…
Out and About
Abashiri Ice Breaker Cruise
Abashiri is a major tourist destination in winter. Its shores by the Okhotsk sea are the southernmost point where the ocean freezes….
