For many, the Sapporo Snow Festival (Sapporo Yuki Matsuri) is a must-see winter event. Known as a winter tradition, this festival features spectacular snow and ice sculptures across multiple venues, along with nighttime illuminations and family-friendly activities. In addition, we’ve … Read More
Every year in early February, the Aone Onsen Snow Light Festival (青根温泉雪あかり) transforms Kawasaki Town’s Aone Onsen (Hot spring) in Miyagi Prefecture into a dazzling winter wonderland. This enchanting event is a unique opportunity for visitors from around the world … Read More
Nestled in the heart of Iwate Prefecture, Koiwai Farm (小岩井農場) is one of Japan’s largest private farms and a treasure trove of natural beauty. This sprawling farm offers visitors breathtaking views that change with the seasons, making it a destination … Read More
Overview of Shirakawa-go Shirakawa-go is a picturesque village located in the mountainous region of northern Gifu Prefecture. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995, it is renowned for its traditional Gassho-zukuri farmhouses. These steeply pitched thatched roofs are … Read More
Niigata Prefecture’s Joetsu City (上越市), renowned for its heavy snowfall, is a snowy wonderland. In the historically rich castle town of Takada, snow falls gently, covering the surroundings in a pristine white layer. Takada Park (高田公園) is a meticulously landscaped … Read More
Speaking of ice rime, Zao in Yamagata is famous. This time, we would like to introduce the ice rime called “Ice Monster“.See the monster-class ice rime that suddenly appears in the pure white world. About ice rime Ice rime is … Read More
Nagasaki Lantern Festival was originally an event for the people of Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown to celebrate Chinese New Year.Since its expansion in 1994, its name has become known throughout Japan as a major winter feature of Nagasaki.During the 15-day period, … Read More
Do you know the monkeys in “Jigokudani Yaen-Koen (地獄谷野猿公苑)” in Nagano? This monkey is famous for being the only one in the world to take a hot spring.They are called “Snow monkey“. What is Jigokudani Yaen-Koen? Jigokudani Yaen-Koen is located … Read More