How to Have the Best Sapporo Snow Festival
In early Feburary, heavy snowfall and blizzards cover the island of Hokkaido, Japan in beautiful, silver snow. From this snow is born the Sapporo Snow
February
Here are some of the events taking place in Japan in February.
How to Enjoy Shikaribetsuko Kotan Ice Village
A “phantom village” that appears only in winter. Let’s experience the overwhelming nature of Shikaribetsuko and many activities that appear on the extremely cold lake.
How to Enjoy the Otaru Snow Light Path
The Otaru Snow Light Path 2023 will be held over the course of 10 days from February 11th to 18th. The lights are lit up
How to Enjoy the Asahikawa Winter Festival
The Asahikawa Winter festival is best known for featuring the largest snow sculpture in the world. With plenty of winter-themed events, activities, and even a
How to Enjoy the Tomakomai Ice Skating Festival!
Genghis Khan, the local name for a delectable lamb barbecue dish, is an iconic Hokkaido staple. The hot barbecued meat is perfect for the cold
How to Enjoy the Sounkyo Ice Fall Festival
The cold in this area is so extreme that even the water falls freeze. However, the locals here embrace these freezing temperatues by holding the
How to Enjoy the Hakodate Winter Festival
During the Hakodate Winter Festival, come enjoy the illuminations, fireworks, and even a garden of light! Being a more relaxed, local version of the Sapporo
How to Enjoy Noboribetsu Hot Spring Festival
Every year, the Noboribetsu Hot Spring Festival is held for two days. Young men ceremoniously show gratitude for the plentiful hot spring water among the
How to Enjoy the Sapporo White Illumination
This winter, come to Sapporo, Hokkaido to experience the 740,000 lights illuminating the cities’ parks and streets. The combination of the colorful lights and snow