Winter in Japan - best destinations ❄️☃️

Places to save to your winter Japan itinerary! ❄️

I love winter destinations in Japan, and here are some of my must-visit spots!

🌲 Togakushi, Nagano – One of my favorite winter escapes! I visited in February and seeing the snow falling among the cedar trees was so peaceful!
☃️ Zao Snow Monsters, Yamagata – this was one of the most unique sights I’ve seen in Japan! Hundreds of trees on Mt Zao get glazed with snow and ice during winter making these strange monsters figures.
🏠 Kamakura Village, Iiyama – during late January- February this village had pop up restaurants inside these little igloo where you can enjoy hot nabe! 🍲
♨️ Ginzan Onsen –would have to be my one pick if you’re looking to visit a onsen town!
🌄 Yamadera – A snowy hike up to this mountaintop temple offers breathtaking views of the valley below.
♨️Shima Onsen & Kusatsu Onsen – if you’re looking to enjoy hot springs not too far from Tokyo these two are great options!
🐒 Jigokudani Monkey Park, Nagano – here you can watch snow monkeys soak in hot springs, surrounded by snowy mountains.

If you’re planning a trip to Japan this winter, save this for your itinerary!

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