Follow our Tokyo to Nagano road trip itinerary for winter travel ideas—plus tips on winter driving and camper van rentals in Japan.
Lots of winter deals to be had. And don't forget to pick up a fukubukuro or "lucky bag"—filled with last year's inventory at a bargain.
Start the new year with these festive events and ward off the winter-weather blues.
Everything you need to know, including food, the first sunrise and where to celebrate.
Ski down snowy slopes, soak in hot springs, and enjoy the quiet traditions of New Year.
See various Tokyo districts try to out-do each other!
Add this easy trip to your travel list.
Not mythical. Not far. Not expensive.
Where all the cool kids go in winter. And us cheapos, too.
A guide to must-visit onsen towns—the perfect winter getaways to stay warm in the chilly weather.
Experience steam and snow in northern Nagano, easily accessible from Tokyo.
Find out how to get to all that famous powder snow up north.
You could be on the slopes in under 90 minutes.
See hydrangeas in spring, hills of baby blue eyes in summer, chrysanthemums in autumn and bright-red camellias in winter.
Where to go and the best months to score the biggest discounts.
Don’t spend your Japanese winter cooped up inside, rug up and get out there!
10 ski resorts just a few hours away from Tokyo.
How Christmas developed into a secular "holiday" for couples and why KFC chicken became the holiday meal of choice.
If you too like your holiday season with a bit of European flair.
Plenty of group ski events and tours in Japan to choose from!
End off 2019 with these five not-to-be-missed events filled with fun and festivity!
Eat, steam and sightsee your way through the cold season!
A spot of wet weather is no reason not to be out and about.
10 uniquely Japanese winter foods to try—from yuzu, tofu and the risky dinner option of puffer fish to the celebratory New Year traditional dishes.
