From dazzling illuminations and snowy landscapes, here are five magical holiday destinations in Japan to visit this winter.

Hakuba Goryu Snow Resort boasts powder snow and family-friendly slopes, making it an ideal winter escape for all.

The resort sits at an impressive altitude of 1,600 meters and has a vertical drop of 700 meters, making it one of the highest ski resorts in the Oku Mino area. Its location enhances skiing and ...

Appi Kogen Ski Resort is a top ski destination in Iwate Prefecture. The resort features 21 courses and a slope distance of 43.1 kilometers. Appi Kogen Ski Resort is a top ski destination in Iwate ...

As part of the Bandai-Asahi National Park, the views at Inawashiro Snow Paradise are predictably stunning. Several of the ...

Since its establishment in 1931, Iwappara Ski Resort in Niigata Prefecture has been a sought after ski destination for all levels. Iwappara Ski Resort in Niigata Prefecture is ideal for kids and ...

Yuzawa Kogen Ski Resort is a treasured spot for winter sports lovers, well-known for its beautiful scenery and lots of snow. Tucked away in the picturesque Yuzawa Town of Niigata Prefecture, Yuzawa ...

With a variety of slopes for skiers and snowboarders of all skill levels, here are some more reasons to visit Kuju Shinrin Koen Ski Resort. Japan’s southern island may not first come to mind when you ...

Meiji Mura in Aichi Prefecture is an open-air museum that features a collection of buildings from different eras in the nation's long history. Meiji Mura is an open-air museum that showcases a ...