It`s almost winter here, in Japan and it already smells like holiday, snow, stale air, oranges and cinnamon. The temperature keeps decreasing as days go by and we feel the need to make ourselves fuzzy and warm, rolling up in the soft shaggy blanket with our fluffy socks on while having a sip of hot…
Nestled in the central part of Nagano Prefecture is Suwa, a gorgeous city rich in ancient history and nature. Though it is off the beaten path, it is a popular destination among local people and is especially enjoyable during the coldest times of the year. Here are three winter activities you can do in the…
Enjoy the snow and the great outdoors by skiing at the newest ski resort in Japan this winter! There are currently 16 ski resorts in Hyogo Prefecture. After 14 years, the newest ski resort opened in December 2017 in the town of Kamikawa in the Kanzaki District – the Mineyama Kogen Resort White Peak! Check…
When I heard that a lot of Australians come specifically to Japan every year to go skiing, I thought there must be something very special about its mountains. And so I did my little exploration and went on a ski trip to Hakuba, a ski resort area located in the Japanese Alps. Japan offers many…
Yamagata in southern Tohoku is a prefecture famous for its beautiful scenery. It is famous for its Yonezawa Wagyu beef, tasty cherries, and the great ski area plus hot spring resorts on Mt. Zao. If you have the chance to visit Yamagata Prefecture, be sure not to miss these 5 activities! Ropeway Scenery its-mo.com/ You…
Niseko is a Ski Resort Area in Hokkaido that gets over 15 metres of snow annually and is growing in popularity year after year. Many visitors from around the world come to Niseko to fulfill their dream of skiing Niseko’s famous powder. At the end of the day, it’s important to pick the right type…
