Snow Posts

How To Get From Tokyo to Niseko

With money-saving tips.

Guide To Buying New Ski and Snowboard Equipment in Tokyo

Where to go—and when to score the biggest discounts.

7 Stunning Winter Day Trips From Tokyo

Bundle up — and get out there!

Skiing and Snowboarding Near Tokyo: Where To Hit the Slopes

Updated with the latest info for the 2024/2025 season.

Beginner's Guide To Skiing in Hakuba

Olympic slopes just a few hours from Tokyo—some of them open till May!

Nozawa Onsen: Hot Springs, Fire and Snow

Experience steam and snow in northern Nagano, easily accessible from Tokyo.

In Search of Snow Monkeys: Getting to Jigokudani Monkey Park from Tokyo

Add this easy trip to your travel plans.

Early-Bird Season Passes and Discounts for Japan's Snow Resorts

Bag a season pass for the price of a few ski-lift tickets.

Rent, Buy or Ship: A Guide to Getting Ski and Snowboard Gear in Japan

Where to find reasonably priced winter sports gear in Japan.

Tokyo to Hakuba: The Fastest and Cheapest Ways of Getting There

Discover the Best Winter Activities in Japan

Eat, steam and sightsee your way through the cold season!

A 3-Day Winter Itinerary for Tokyo

Winter may not be everyone's favorite season, but Tokyo has so much to offer it would be a shame to miss out!