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Mt. Hiei Hike (winter revisit) – climbing the snowy slopes of Hieizan!

Few hikes come close to the breathtaking beauty of Kyoto’s Mt. Hiei route, but when hiking in winter, be prepared for a whole new experience!

Nakajima Park is a popular hangout area in the heart of Sapporo. Completely covered in snow during winter, it’s a real fantasy land at night!

Disembarking from Sapporo Station during the winter will instantly cast you into the Christmas spirit with its beautiful bright lights!

Shiroi Koibito Park is a paradise for chocolate lovers, but during winter, it’s an especially magical experience for lovers of the snow.

Maruyama Park is practically unrecognizable in winter as Hokkaido prefecture becomes completely blanketed in pure white snow.

Sapporo is known for its vibrant nightlife, delicious food, and sublime winter atmosphere! Here’s what you can expect at Hokkaido’s capital.

It’s absolutely incredible how much Hokkaido changes in the snowy winter months, bringing a whole new look to Asahiyama Memorial Park!

I’ve hiked up Mt. Daimonji before in the hot days of summer, but this time we are doing a 360 and trekking through the icy trails of winter!

Kyoto did not see much snowfall last winter, but now, we are seeing the first signs of snow in 2025 in Kyoto’s mountains.

Japan may not be a Christian country, but it sure as heck knows how to celebrate Christmas! Here are 5 cool things to do ’tis season!

Japan is most notably popular for its spring cherry blossoms and golden autumn leaves, but here’s why you should visit in winter instead!

Winter in Japan is a truly charming season of the year, with plenty of unique experiences that come along with it, including pure white snow!