Winter
Kanji Cheat Sheet: How to Use the Heating Function on your Air Conditioner in Japan
Stay cozy all throughout winter in Japan with this quick guide
By Heidi Sarol 4 min read
Chasing the Gods’ Crossing On Lake Suwa in Nagano
Crackling ice forms this natural phenomenon over the lake that inspired the 2016 anime “Your Name” (“Kimi no Na Wa”). Will this elusive anomaly make an appearance this year?
Ultimate Guide to Winter Illuminations in Japan’s 47 Prefectures 2019-20
Here’s your chance to enjoy some festive Christmas cheer—the Japanese way!
9 Great Snow Festivals to See in Japan
There’s snow place like Japan when it comes to winter festivals.
Guide to Skiing and Snowboarding in Japan
Shred world-class powder in the Japanese mountains. Japow!
Yudanaka: The Heavenly Onsen Town Next to Hell Valley
Close to the Snow Monkey Park, foreigner-friendly Yudanaka Onsen in Nagano makes for a great day or overnight hot spring trip.
Staying Positive: 6 Tips for Beating the Winter Blues in Japan
A long Japanese winter isn’t just about keeping warm — it’s about your mental health, too.
Weathering a Cold Japanese Winter for New ALTs
Five tips to keep safe and warm during the coldest time of the year.
Cold Comforts: From OTC Japanese Drugs to Home Remedies for Flu Season
Over the years in Japan, I have discovered a range of both folk and modern remedies here to keep colds in check.
Winter Tour: Strolling and Snowshoeing Through Gifu’s Hidden Spots
Northern Gifu has much to offer in winter. Let Satoyama Experience guide you through the streets and hills of Hida-Furukawa in this winter wonderland.
Travel Inspiration for Japan’s 8 Holiday Weekends in 2018
The year 2018 has plenty of opportunity for weekend getaways in Japan. Here's where and when to go!
A Kansai Christmas: Things to See and Do this Winter
There’s something about the uniquely Japanese way in which Christmas is celebrated here that always brings a smile to my face. Illuminations are no different.
