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Hotel InterContinental Tokyo Bay is offering a limited-time "Chapel de Christmas Night Proposal Plan" from December 18 to 20 and December 23 to 26, 2026, featuring a candlelit chapel decorated for Christmas, a bouquet of 21 shimmering "Jewel Roses," live violin and organ music, and a choice of Christmas dinner courses at four hotel restaurants.
ROKKO SNOW PARK will start snowmaking on October 20, using its Ice Crusher System to build up the slopes ahead of its December 5 season opening for a 93-day run through March 7, 2027.
Umeda Sky Building's Christmas event runs from November 13 to December 25, 2026, linking the 1F Wonder Square to the 40F Kuchu Teien Observatory with a story starring the black cat Noel, a 25-meter LED-mapped tree, and a Christmas market, with a special website following on October 9.
A new three-day festival dedicated to yakiimo (baked sweet potato), "Hokuhoku! Yakiimo Matsuri NAGOYA," holds its first edition at Hisaya-odori Park's Angel Hiroba on January 9–11, 2027, bringing warm sweet potato treats to visitors of all ages.
From October 1, JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo is taking reservations for its "Celebrate Together"-themed Christmas Collection 2026, a lineup of seven cakes by Executive Pastry Chef Shigeru Nojima along with a stollen, a cookie tin and a pistachio croissant for the season.
On September 14, Nihon Hallmark released a limited-quantity lineup of Peanuts Christmas ornaments, plush toys, and a jigsaw puzzle imported from Hallmark in the US. The 10 new items feature Snoopy dressed for the holidays and are available at the official online store and select retailers nationwide.
From October 1, Shibuya Hikarie's ShinQs by Tokyu Department Store is taking reservations for close to 30 Christmas cakes built around this year's theme, "Midnight Shiny Gala -- A Christmas Dinner Party," with luxurious, limited-edition designs for anyone craving a little extra indulgence this holiday season.
From December 23 to 25, 2026, Restaurant & Bar TIDE TABLE Shiomi at Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel is holding a three-day Christmas dinner buffet themed "Cozy Bayside Christmas," featuring a live-kitchen Japanese beef and foie gras Rossini alongside roast duck, plus a sound performance show on December 24 and 25.
From October 13, InterContinental Yokohama Grand is taking reservations for its 2026 Christmas cake lineup, led by the new dark chocolate "Sillage" alongside two returning favorites, plus stollen, a pound cake, mendiant chocolate and cookie tins.
From December 14, 2026, through March 31, 2027, Kai Akiu in Miyagi's Akiu Onsen offers a new winter wellness stay reviving Date Masamune's cold-weather ingenuity, featuring a hot-spring footbath kotatsu, hibachi-warmed local sake, and onjaku warming stones in the riverside lounge.
Kawagoe Prince Hotel's Lobby Lounge will serve the "Festive Afternoon Tea Set" from November 1 to 30, 2026, and again from December 26, 2026 to January 8, 2027, with sweets and savories that capture the sparkle of a snow-white city awaiting Christmas.
From December 1 to 31, Keio Plaza Hotel's 45th-floor Sky Lounge Aurora is serving a Christmas Afternoon Tea that turns Christmas trees and ornaments into sweets, enjoyed alongside a view of Tokyo from 160 meters above ground. A chestnut-and-autumn-flavors afternoon tea runs through November.
From September 15, Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel is taking reservations for two Christmas-season stay plans with special room service -- one pairing deluxe Amaou DX strawberries with sparkling wine, the other a chef's original hors d'oeuvre course for Suite and Executive rooms -- for a private, elegant evening overlooking Kobe's harbor lights.
Nagoya Prince Hotel Sky Tower will offer a Christmas-themed afternoon tea inspired by the shimaenaga, a white bird from Hokkaido nicknamed the "snow fairy," at its 31st-floor restaurant Sky Dining Tenku from November 6 to December 27, 2026.
From September 16, The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka is taking reservations at The Ritz-Carlton Gourmet Shop for its 2026 Christmas lineup, themed "Winter Wonderland — A World of Winter Dreams," including five Christmas cakes from the team led by Executive Pastry Chef Frédéric Moreau alongside a range of festive confections and Italian panettone.
Strings Hotel Tokyo InterContinental is presenting its "Christmas Collection 2026," themed "A Symphony of Winter Blessings," with two Christmas cakes, three stollen, and two takeout items available from October 1, alongside two Christmas dinner courses at its restaurants.
Suntory is adding a winter-only "Yuzu Lemon" variant to its popular Kodawari Sakaba Lemon Sour lineup, blending lemon sour with yuzu-steeped liquor for a nationwide release from November 10, 2026.
Suntory will release its annual zodiac series in a Year of the Sheep design nationwide in limited quantities, starting with "Suntory Whisky Royal" and "Suntory Old Whisky" on November 4th, followed by "The Premium Malt's" zodiac design cans on November 24th.
The teamLab: Digitized Fukuoka Castle Ruins 2026-2027 executive committee, including Nishinippon Shimbun, is holding its third nighttime outdoor art exhibition at Fukuoka Castle Ruins in Maizuru Park, Fukuoka, for the first time in seven years, running from Friday, October 30, 2026 through Monday, January 11, 2027.
Universal Studios Japan celebrates its 25th anniversary year with the winter event Universal Holiday Wonders (Discover U!!!), running November 13, 2026 to January 17, 2027, featuring the park's largest-ever Food Festival, the returning Joy of Lights show, the Christmas night show Light Up the Night, and a nationwide free-admission pass for kids.
Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo is holding its Mejiro Woods Art Festival Christmas Family Concert & Buffet on December 25, 2026, marking Mozart's 270th birth anniversary with a two-part orchestra concert for all ages and a Christmas buffet featuring dishes inspired by Mozart's homeland of Austria.
From December 1 to 25, 2026, Hotel New Grand in Yokohama is offering the Christmas Stay 2026 (To Be Elegant) plan, with a pastry chef's Christmas cake and a full bottle of champagne delivered to the room and specially decorated Christmas Rooms limited to 3 a day. A companion Advent Stay 2026 plan, with an advent calendar and flavored tea, runs November 20 to December 25.
Otaru confectionery LeTAO's official online shop begins taking reservations on September 11, 2026 for its Christmas cake lineup themed "Time Woven Together," featuring a range of cakes, a butter stollen, and a two-cake duo set.
Hoshino Resorts and JAPAN C.R.C. are bringing back their camping car plan for touring Hokkaido's Powder Belt for a third season, letting skiers and snowboarders chase the best snow conditions each day without being tied to a fixed hotel reservation.
Izu Shaboten Zoo's Original Capybara Outdoor Bath, a beloved winter tradition in Izu, returns for the 2026-2027 season from November 21 through April 4, with this season's Capybara Yuzu Bath marking its 30th anniversary.
Marukoma Onsen Ryokan, a 111-year-old hot spring inn on the shores of Lake Shikotsu in Hokkaido, has opened stay reservations for the 2027 Chitose - Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival, running January 30 to February 23. Guests can see the ice sculptures glow “Lake Shikotsu Blue” by day and transform under colorful lighting after dark, then warm up in the inn's lakeside hot springs.
From October 2026, Glamping Souten Kaihou -SOUTENKAIHOU- in Joetsu, Niigata is offering two seasonal plans — a "Sauna Retreat" built around its newly renovated ocean-view saunas and six added perks, plus a seasonal BBQ plan pairing Niigata-branded meat and seafood with a cheese fondue for dipping the local Bakauke rice cracker.
Tokyo Bay Maihama Hotel First Resort, an official Tokyo Disney Resort hotel, is decorating guest rooms for Christmas and offering three seasonal dinner menus from November 11 to December 25, 2026.
Fairmont Tokyo's 2026 holiday lineup, themed "Timeless Celebration," brings three Christmas cakes, gift-ready seasonal sweets, and two Christmas-inspired afternoon teas to the hotel's 35th-floor lounge Vue Mer, with reservations opening October 1.
Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo will open reservations on September 17, 2026, for its "Santa Claus and Christmas Stay" plans, in which Santa Claus delivers a pre-collected gift and poses for a photo with guests over a three-day window in December, alongside seasonal garden decorations from November 10 and a separate members-only Santa photo event.
Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea present the "Disney Christmas" event from November 11 to December 25, 2026, featuring the parade "Toys Wondrous Christmas!," the Mediterranean Harbor show "Disney Christmas Greeting," seasonal decorations, merchandise, and menus, along with matching programs at Disney hotels, Disney Resort Line, and Ikspiari.
From October 17, FAUCHON Hotel Kyoto is taking reservations for its 2026 Christmas lineup, including four original cakes, three hotel-made stollen with a new matcha and chestnut Premium flavor, and a chocolate Santa's Shoe.
Kawagoe Prince Hotel is taking reservations from September 8 for a five-cake 2026 Christmas lineup themed "Celebrate & Share," including a 35th-anniversary cake made with Saitama's Amarin strawberries.
From October 1, Pullman Tokyo Tamachi is taking reservations for its 2026 Christmas cake lineup, led by the new eight-layer "La forêt d'or" alongside the classic Christmas Hall Cake, plus two seasonal treats at KASA GRAB & GO.
Takara Shuzo is releasing its autumn-winter limited "Sho Chiku Bai" Kanzake, a warmed-sake blend in a 1.8L paper carton designed for easy home enjoyment, nationwide from September 29, 2026.
Dragon Quest 40th Anniversary Exhibition "DRAGON QUEST the DIVE" will run at Grand Front Osaka from January 26 to March 14, 2027, following a sold-out Tokyo engagement that drew more than 90,000 visitors, with presale tickets for the immersive VR attraction opening September 8.
Hotel Indigo Inuyama Urakuen is marking the 2026 holiday season with "Inuyama Christmas Story," featuring a limited-time Christmas dinner course, a Christmas stay plan with an original crest-motif cake, and a sustainable Christmas tree crafted by artist Seiya Kaji from reclaimed materials.
Hotel New Otani Osaka's "2027 New Year Package" has seen brisk reservations since bookings opened on August 30, as a weak yen and a shorter year-end holiday push more travelers toward a luxury domestic stay instead of an overseas trip. The hotel offers six plan options from one night to four nights, combining traditional New Year events, family-friendly activities, and a full lineup of seasonal dining at its location beside Osaka Castle.
From October 1, Royal Park Hotel in Nihonbashi, Tokyo is taking reservations for its 2026 Christmas cakes, including three new creations chosen through the hotel's in-house sweets contest alongside a lineup of petit gâteaux and classic holiday favorites.
Tokyo Marriott Hotel is welcoming the 2026 holiday season with "ARTfully Christmas," a lineup of five artistic Christmas cakes, three stollen varieties, a panettone and a kringler, plus a limited-run Christmas dinner course at Lounge & Dining G.
From September 4, Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu is accepting reservations for three Christmas-season stay plans, limited to 10 rooms a day, running November 6 through December 23, 2026, including one December 24–25 exclusive plan with a full-course Christmas dinner served in the room.
YORUNOYO 2026, Yokohama's signature illumination event, runs December 4 to 30, 2026, featuring a citywide light-and-music spectacle with a record 47 participating venues, a large-scale outdoor projection mapping display at Osanbashi Pier, and a 10-meter light cube at Yamashita Park.
HandMade In Japan Fes', one of Japan's largest creator festivals, will hold its first Osaka edition at INTEX Osaka on December 12–13, 2026, bringing together 1,700 creators for a market, workshops, live music, and a Christmas Special Edition gift area.
Mesm Tokyo's 16th-floor French restaurant Chef's Theatre will serve a limited-time five-course dinner inspired by the ballet The Nutcracker from October 1, 2026 through January 31, 2027, marking its third collaboration with the New National Theatre, Tokyo, timed to the theatre's own production of the ballet this winter.
From November 7, 2026 to March 31, 2027, the historic ryokan Misasa Yakushi no Yu Mansuirou in Tottori's Misasa Onsen serves a winter-only "Ebi-Kani Kaiseki" course bringing together snow crab, Ise lobster, and the rare San'in shrimp known as mosa-ebi, with one night and two meals starting from ¥28,600 per person.
Moxy Hotels has opened Moxy Niseko Village, its debut property in the internationally renowned mountain resort of Niseko and the fifth Moxy Hotel in Japan, with 310 rooms and ski-in/ski-out access beside the Niseko Village Gondola.
From December 5, 2026 to February 28, 2027, Oirase Keiryu Hotel by Hoshino Resorts will serve "Ice Fall Afternoon Tea," a heated-dome dining experience featuring sweets and drinks inspired by the gorge's frozen winter waterfalls.
The Prince Park Tower Tokyo will open reservations for its "New Year Plan 2027" from September 24, 2026, adding a countdown event with a million soap bubbles, a Miki Asakura concert, and other new activities for three generations to share near Tokyo Tower.
From October 1, Shinjuku Prince Hotel is taking reservations for its 2026 Christmas Cake Collection, five designs built around the theme "Harmony of Christmas," including a premium box cake made with Amaou strawberries from Fukuoka Prefecture.
From November 1, 2026 to January 31, 2027, Japanese Dining & Bar FUGA on the 25th floor of Shinjuku Prince Hotel serves an afternoon tea inspired by the neighborhood's record culture, with a Forêt Noire-style parfait, seasonal sweets and savories, and a Christmas-only menu from December 1 to 25.
Snow Peak's "TAKIBI Denim" series adds new fall/winter 2026 models on September 4 at its directly managed stores and online store, offering a flame-retardant denim jacket, pullover, and pants in black and indigo that develop natural fading and texture change with wear.
Sky Dining Tenku on the 31st floor of Nagoya Prince Hotel Sky Tower will host two Christmas buffets from November 6 to December 27, 2026, the White Noël lunch buffet with snow-white desserts, and the Sky Noël dinner buffet, which adds a choice of four main dishes from December 11.
From September 1, Asakusa View Hotel is selling two Christmas-limited stay plans for December 19, 20, 24, and 25, 2026, each paired with dinner at one of its high-floor restaurants — a buffet on the 26th floor or a Chinese-French collaboration course on the 27th floor — with night views of Tokyo Skytree from its newly renovated rooms.
Starting September 1, FOREST KITCHEN with Outdoor Living inside Hotel Metropolitan Sendai East is taking reservations for its 2027 osechi, a three-tier, 22-dish box blending Italian and Japanese flavors with Tohoku ingredients such as Sendai beef, paired with Veuve Clicquot champagne, priced at ¥38,000 and serving 2–4 people.
A joint season pass covering Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort and Hakuba Cortina Ski Resort is now on sale at super early-bird prices for the 2026-2027 season, alongside an expanded ungroomed powder area at Hakuba Norikura.
From November 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027, HOSHINOYA offers three "Winter Wellness Stay" plans across its properties, drawing on each location's climate and culture to help guests reset the "winter fatigue" and "brain fatigue" common among modern people, with a culturally themed breakfast and a destination-inspired gift included in every stay.
Okamoto Corporation is releasing two limited-edition colors, Pale Pink and Light Greige, for its winter staple room sock "Marude Kotatsu Socks," available in limited quantities at stores nationwide and online from early September.
Nagaragawa Seiryu Hotel, on the banks of the Nagara River in Gifu, is opening reservations September 1 for its 2027 New Year osechi — a 22-dish, Japanese-Western box built around Hida beef, Ibi tea, and seafood, paired with a half bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne.
The NISHIUMEDA CANDLE NIGHT Executive Committee will hold the "NISHIUMEDA CANDLE NIGHT" candlelight event across the West Umeda area of Osaka's Kita Ward on Wednesday, December 9, 2026, marking the 21st year of the biannual candle-lighting tradition with a candle-lined corridor, handmade lanterns, and a large-scale installation by CANDLE JUNE.
Needs Co., Ltd. and Sun Family Co., Ltd. launch the "varinuc Muffler-Attached Warmth Hat" for 2,178 yen (tax included) starting September 1. Soft faux fur wraps the head, ears, and neck, and the hat can be worn down as a muffler for two styles in one.
TOYO KITCHEN STYLE opens reservations at 12:00 PM on September 5 for the 2026 Dolce&Gabbana x Fiasconaro panettone collection, adding three new flavors and a redesigned classic for a lineup of 14 items available in limited quantities.
Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort begins early-bird sales of its 2026-2027 winter season pass on September 1, offering free hot spring bathing, lift and rental discounts, and winter content for skiers and non-skiers alike.
From August 20, 2026, Hotel Indigo Inuyama Urakuen is taking reservations for two Christmas cakes -- a shortcake built around the hotel's original crest and a mechanical "karakuri" cake with a hidden surprise -- both featuring Gifu Prefecture's Mino Musume strawberry.
Hotel Metropolitan Nagano is marking its 30th anniversary with a limited-edition Christmas cake, "Floraison d'Hiver," decorated with 30 strawberries as a tribute to three decades of gratitude, with reservations opening October 1, 2026.
Fukuroda Onsen Omoide Romankan in Daigo, Ibaraki Prefecture, is holding an "Apple Event" from October 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027, featuring its popular apple bath scented with local Okukuji apples along with an apple-themed welcome treat at check-in.
Snow Peak's new "Nylon Double Rip" series launches August 21 at its directly managed stores and online, offering a lightweight, durable, and water-repellent nylon lineup of jackets, pants, a dress, and a cap suited to both outdoor and everyday use.
STOMP, the percussion show that has thrilled more than 15 million people across 53 countries, returns to Japan for performances at Tokyo International Forum Hall C from December 16 to 26, 2026, with advance tickets going on sale August 19.
La Maison du Chocolat's Winter Collection 2026 opens with the return of its signature Marron Glacé on August 27, followed by the Champagne-inspired Effervescence and rum-scented chestnut Maroni bonbons in early October, at boutiques nationwide and the online boutique.
6ty6 Vacation Home, a whole-house rental in Niseko featuring works by Hokkaido and Japanese artists, a picture window onto the surrounding forest, and three bedrooms for up to 8 guests, began taking reservations on August 12, 2026, under new operator "& Yado Kanri."
The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo, Grand Prince Hotel Takanawa, Takanawa Hanakohro, and Grand Prince Hotel Shin Takanawa are opening reservations for their New Year Plan 2027 from September 18, 2026, featuring a countdown party and musical stage shows in the grand ballroom "Hiten," a New Year's Eve bell-ringing ceremony, and family-friendly Japanese culture experiences.
Hotel Nikko Alivila in Yomitan, Okinawa, will hold its winter-only event season "las luces" from November 1, 2026 to February 28, 2027, featuring patio illuminations, a Santa Claus room-delivery service, New Year fireworks, and Ryukyu performances.
Suntory is releasing the limited-edition "ROKU Yuzu Yukimi Edition" gin nationwide from October 6, along with the brand's first canned product, "ROKU Premium Gin Soda," at convenience stores across Japan on the same day.
Hotel Kanazawa introduces a new Bonenkai/Shinnenkai party plan available December 1, 2026 to February 28, 2027, with three course options from ¥10,000 per person, two hours of all-you-can-drink, and a complimentary plum wine toast.
From September 1, 2026 to February 28, 2027, HOSHINOYA Okinawa will offer "Ryukyu Fermentation Stay," a two-night, three-day wellness program that uses Okinawan fermented ingredients such as kashijee to help reset the body after summer heat.
GRAND CHARIOT Hokuto Shichisei 135°, a hilltop retreat on Awaji Island, Hyogo Prefecture, is offering a quiet Christmas Stay Plan for couples from December 19 to 25, 2026. Reservations open June 1, 2026.
Asuka Cruise has released the full schedule of 23 cruises aboard Asuka II departing between December 2026 and April 2027, featuring Christmas and New Year voyages, spring island tours, and special entertainment including performances by May J. and the Glenn Miller Orchestra.
Gunma Minakami Hodaigi Ski Resort wraps up the 2025–2026 ski season with three simultaneous events on March 28–29, 2026, including a 1 million yen treasure hunt, a special snowboard course, and a curry speed-eating contest.
Takino Snow World is wrapping up the white season on March 31, while the park's Green Season — featuring 230,000 tulips in 120 varieties, Shirane Aoi wildflowers, camping, BBQ areas, and large play structures — is set to begin on April 19.
The popular Hokkaido-based seasonal sweets brand SNOWS is back at Daimaru Fukuoka Tenjin for a limited run from March 25 to 31, 2026. A ticketing system is now in place to help visitors shop smoothly.
Kokuei Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park in Sapporo is hosting a series of late-winter events where visitors can venture into the forest on snowshoes and search for the first signs of spring. The snow world remains open through March 31, with the green season kicking off on April 19.
The Japan travel series "Discover Japan With Insta360" wraps up its final chapter in Hokkaido, capturing the winter landscapes of Tomamu and Bibai over three days using the Insta360 X5, Ace Pro 2, and GO Ultra cameras.
Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort has announced plans to renew its No. 5 South Lift — connecting the summit area with the Hakuba Hitotoki no Mori observation area — for the first time in approximately 37 years, with operations set to begin in December 2027.
The 2nd Sori-1 JAPAN Hokkaido Wood Sled Championship is set to take place at Sapporo Teine Ski Resort on March 22, 2026, as part of the Winter Sports Festival. Free to enter, the event features both an expert slalom division and a straight-speed challenge division open to participants of all skill levels.
The Windsor Hotel Toya Resort & Spa has introduced a new winter-limited Gel Candle Holder workshop to its popular florist-led series. The transparent gel candle captures flowers beautifully, evoking the look of ice — a perfect handmade keepsake from your stay.
A new portable stainless bottle launched on March 2 serves dual purposes as an ice bag in summer and a hot water bottle in winter, priced at ¥2,178 (tax included).
The NOK Kids Backcountry Tour 2026 returns for its fourth year with ten free sessions across Niigata, Aomori, Toyama, Gunma, and Nagano prefectures. A newly added Freeride Academy for junior athletes features coaching from Finnish snowboarding legend Antti Autti.
A one-of-a-kind collaboration between Hodaigi Ski Resort and the Gunma Crane Thunders pro basketball team drew around 200 visitors for a day of snowy basketball fun on February 11, 2026.
ANA Pocket launches a winter check-in challenge in Hokkaido's Noboribetsu and Toya area, featuring character panels and promoting hot springs, geoparks, and local attractions from February 21 to March 23, 2026.
Akagi Nyugyo is hosting a free tasting event for Gatsun, to Mikan and the new Gatsun, to White Peach ice candy at Hakuba Happo-one Ski Resort from February 21-23, 2026.
Hakodate Onuma Prince Hotel is offering a special deal for Hokkaido residents featuring ultra-early 9 AM check-in and extended 27-hour stays, complete with hot springs and ski resort benefits.
A unique winter experience in Uonuma offers snowy forest night walks and snow tent sauna sessions for those seeking alternatives to traditional winter sports, taking place on March 7 and 14, 2026.
Ojiya City, Niigata Prefecture, presents the 50th Ojiya Fusen Ikki (Balloon Fiesta), the only snow-covered hot air balloon competition in Honshu, featuring balloon championships, glowing balloon displays, fireworks, and lantern releases on February 21-22.
Plus One Education is hosting a 2-day ski tour in Karuizawa from February 28 to March 1, 2026, offering professional instruction from SAJ-certified instructors for elementary and junior high school students.
Michinoku Lakeside National Government Park in Kawasaki, Miyagi Prefecture, is showcasing a vibrant indoor flower display featuring ice tulips, violas, cyclamen, and other blooms. The exhibition runs through March 1, 2026, offering visitors a taste of early spring during the cold winter months.
Niseko Tokyu Grand Hirafu introduces new environmental programs including disposable hand warmer recycling, renewable energy usage, and local resource utilization as part of their "Value up NISEKO 2030" sustainability project.
Tochigi's Yunishigawa Onsen inn Oyado Yunotoki offers winter-only accommodation plans with complimentary shuttle service from Kinugawa Onsen Station through March 31, 2026, eliminating the stress of snowy road driving.
Starting February 4, 2026, Royce Chocolate World at New Chitose Airport introduces a new capsule toy collection featuring colorful snowman chocolate charms - cute miniature versions of their popular winter treats, perfect as Hokkaido souvenirs.
The Shobara DMO is running the Winter Koso Shobara Campaign 2026 through March 8, 2026, showcasing winter attractions in this heavy snowfall region. The campaign features ski slope discounts, free onsen access, snowshoe hiking, and unique snow camping experiences.
The spectacular projection mapping event illuminating Matsumoto Castle has attracted over 100,000 visitors, featuring dynamic displays of cherry blossoms, Northern Alps flowers, traditional crafts, and historic artwork projected onto Japan's oldest five-story castle tower.
From February 6 to 8, 2026, Hoshino Resorts NEKOMA Mountain will host NEKOMA MOUNTAIN FEST, a three-day snow festival featuring food stalls, free snow play areas, DJ events, and the Japan premiere of "The Uninvited" international snowboarding competition.
The 76th Sapporo Snow Festival at Odori Park Site 11 showcases innovative sound-synchronized lighting technology illuminating Snow Miku and Oshi no Ko sculptures from February 4-11, 2026.
GRAND CHARIOT Hokuto Shichisei 135° on Awaji Island offers a winter-limited stay package where guests can enjoy all meals in their rooms with their beloved dogs, available from February 1st to March 19th, 2026.
BOOK AND BED TOKYO SHINJUKU introduces a rich chocolate brownie for the winter season, perfect for enjoying while reading in their unique bookstore-hotel environment.
Street sports brand DUBSTACK® is hosting an SNS campaign to give away their popular 'FUTON RIDER' snowwear to one lucky winner as winter sports enthusiasm surges globally this February.
On February 22nd, 2026, Unazuki Snow Park in Kurobe City, Toyama Prefecture, hosts the first snow luge trial event in the Hokuriku region. Anyone can enjoy this accessible winter sport from day one.
The Windsor Hotel Toya Resort & Spa introduces a limited-time a la carte restaurant serving seasonal Japanese and seafood cuisine, perfect for warming up after winter activities on the slopes.
Sapporo's Elm Garden celebrates its 80th anniversary with a unique winter dining experience featuring an ice sushi bar in a Japanese garden and digital art-enhanced kaiseki cuisine, running until February 28, 2026.
The Towada Lake Winter Story 2026, running from January 30 to February 23, features the "Winter Border Festival" stage event showcasing traditional performing arts from three prefectures.
Experience Sado Island's winter delights in Niigata City! The second Tabisuru Sado Festival features local cuisine, sake tasting, ferry tours, and special behind-the-scenes experiences at the Sado Kisen Terminal.
Michi-no-Eki Kazuno Antler in Akita Prefecture hosts a winter festival featuring snow activities, snow candles, campfires, and winter fireworks on February 7, 2026, with collaboration from local junior high school students.
Grand Mercure Sapporo Odori Park introduces a unique onion soup faucet in the lobby during the Sapporo Snow Festival period from February 4-11, 2026, offering guests a warm welcome with locally-sourced Hokkaido onions.
The Japan Doll Association presents hina doll-themed ice sculptures at the 2026 Sapporo Snow Festival from February 4-11, celebrating the cultural significance of traditional Hinamatsuri dolls through transparent ice artistry.
Lake Shikotsu Tsuruga Resort Spa Mizu no Uta offers a special accommodation plan featuring exclusive after-hours access to the Chitose - Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival. The Premium Time Ticket allows guests to explore the illuminated ice sculptures in a relaxed atmosphere after the general public has left.
Kaga Onsen hot spring area offers discounted lift tickets to two popular ski resorts, Hakusan Ichirino and Hakusan Seymour, for guests staying at participating ryokan through March 22, 2026.
Every February 10, Sugou Isobe Shrine in Kaga City, Ishikawa Prefecture, hosts the Gongan Shinji, a powerful traditional ritual. Locally known as Gongan-san or Bamboo Splitting Festival, this winter tradition carries a long and storied history into the present.
Three ski resorts operated by Tokyu Resorts & Stay have unveiled large-scale restaurant renovations this season, featuring expanded seating, premium services, and enhanced dining experiences that go beyond typical slope-side meals.
Moving Inn has released a 2-night, 3-day model course for a Hokkaido winter road trip starting from New Chitose Airport, featuring Tomamu and Furano. Book their original HIACE CA camper van for 2+ nights and receive ¥10,000 worth of snow activities at North Snow Land in Chitose.
COSPA releases limited-edition SNOW MIKU 2026 merchandise including the popular Tsumammare series, spoon & fork sets, and lidded mugs, available at the event in Hokkaido on February 7-8, 2026.
A limited-time champagne terrace featuring Veuve Clicquot Rich on Ice opens at Hakuba Après, offering ski-in/ski-out access and stunning mountain views in Hakuba, Nagano.
Hotel Kanazawa in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, is now accepting reservations for an accommodation plan featuring a premium seafood ehomaki (lucky roll) supervised by Japanese head chef Hashimoto for Setsubun 2026 (February 3). The plan allows guests to enjoy the traditional ehomaki in the quiet privacy of their hotel room.
Joetsu City Aquarium Umigatari hosts Heartful Winter 2026 from January 31 to March 15, 2026, featuring seal presentations, chocolate-themed fish displays, and the enchanting underwater dolphin performance Art of Dolphin.
Three Kajitsuya Coffee locations in Tokyo begin serving a seasonal winter menu featuring chicken and three types of mushrooms in a rich cream soup, wrapped in flaky puff pastry.
The new CD for the Snow Miku 2026 festival has been released, featuring 9 unique tracks with a "mysterious sweets" theme including the event theme song "SHIAWASE FOR YOU!" by Iyowa.
Tanigawadake Joch and Mt.T are hosting the second annual Tanigawa Yukiyama Festival from April 4-5, 2026. The event features gear trials, workshops, fashion shows, and live music to make snowy mountain activities more accessible and exciting.
Teshikaga Town launches a limited-time sightseeing bus pass and luggage delivery service, allowing visitors to explore winter landscapes and hot springs hands-free from January 18 to March 23, 2025.
The Towada Lake Winter Story 2026 festival opens on January 30, featuring a new Snow Park where visitors can enjoy various snow activities without bringing their own equipment. The park includes gentle snow slides for families and thrilling banana boat rides.
A new winter-limited product combining 100% cacao pure chocolate with crispy persimmon chips made from Nara's Nishiyoshino Fuyu persimmons. The bitter chocolate enhances the natural sweetness of the fruit, creating a luxurious treat without added sugar.
ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Akita announces the third phase of its limited-time dining event 'Snow and Fire Dining,' running from January 19 to February 14, 2026. The Valentine theme brings four types of chocolate fountains and special seasonal dishes.
This hot spring resort in Tottori Prefecture introduces weekday-only accommodation packages starting from 10,000 yen per person, including kaiseki dining and radon thermal bath experiences.
Sakai City's Mikuni Port marks a century of offering premium Echizen snow crab to the Imperial Family. Fish dealers say winter is the best season for this prized delicacy.
Hitachi Seaside Park hosts popular winter bird watching sessions on January 24th and February 28th. The park also features a new exhibition introducing wild birds and bird watching for beginners.
A unique rooftop kotatsu experience debuts at CÉ LA VI TOKYO's 18th-floor sky terrace, combining traditional Japanese warmth with stunning city views through March 31, 2026.
A new winter destination debuts at Meiji Park in Shinjuku, featuring an ice skating rink sponsored by Corona Cero and outdoor kotatsu lounges powered by Anker. The month-long event runs from January 16 to February 15, 2026.
The Hakodate Onuma Prince Hotel has opened a new winter activity area called "Hakodate Onuma Snow Field," offering snowshoe and cross-country skiing experiences in the scenic Onuma region starting January 17, 2026.
The resort hotel begins its seasonal Strawberry Fair on January 15th, offering locally-grown strawberries including Kagawa's original "Sanuki Hime" variety at the dinner buffet, alongside a warm hot pot fair featuring regional ingredients.
A rare oyster shack in Maizuru offering natural oysters harvested by free divers from Maizuru Bay has begun its seasonal operation for winter 2025.
Maizuru City offers a special winter-only guided tour of its historic Red Brick Park. The tour includes access to normally restricted areas of the former naval warehouses, built between 1902 and 1918 and now designated as Important Cultural Properties.
Gong cha Japan introduces a new limited-edition winter dessert tea featuring rich honey, fragrant nuts, and smooth oolong tea, available in both iced and hot versions starting January 22, 2026.
Nagato Yumoto Onsen's winter tradition features a fantastical light and sound entertainment event inspired by the poetry of Misuzu Kaneko.
Starting January 21st, Toriaezu Gohei izakaya launches its second wave of winter delicacies featuring snow crab and milt dishes, along with Italian-inspired gianduja hot chocolate.
This winter, BISTRO CHURA in Shinjuku Sanchome offers its first-ever hot wine menu. The original recipe features cinnamon, orange, and spices, providing warmth for both body and soul while perfectly complementing creative Okinawan cuisine and natural wines.
Freshness Burger introduces a limited-time craft lemonade featuring luxurious Fukuoka-grown Amaou strawberries, handcrafted with honey-soaked strawberries and lemon slices for a vibrant winter beverage.
Hakkenzan Winery, located in Sapporo's Minami Ward, officially launches its guided winery tour with tasting and shuttle service from December 2025, offering a luxurious wine experience with transportation from Makomanai Station and Jozankei Onsen.
The annual cold-water soaking process for Shogawa Kanzarashi Soba begins in Takayama's Shogawa Town, utilizing the region's harsh winter climate to create this specialty soba with enhanced sweetness and reduced bitterness.
The Windsor Hotel Toya Resort & Spa presents the Funka Bay Ezo Abalone Fair from January 10 to February 28, 2026, showcasing winter seafood delicacies across four restaurants.
A special seasonal display at Joetsu City Aquarium Umigatari showcases conger eels gathering around cylindrical tubes resembling ehomaki sushi rolls. The installation runs from January 20 to February 3, 2026.
Shizukuishi Ski Resort and Prince Hotel will host "Back to '90s SHIZUKUISHI" on February 14, 2026, celebrating their milestones with a nostalgic ski event featuring special offers and live radio broadcasts.
Yokohama's winter illumination campaign features over 30 events lighting up the city, recently recognized as one of Japan's New Top Three Night View Cities. The festival includes a digital stamp rally, gourmet spots, and the upcoming Yokohama Spring Festival 2026.
Starting January 13, 2026, Tokachi Tsukadanojo introduces limited-time winter dishes including oyster foil bake, milt fritters, meat gratin, and quattro formaggi pizza at seven locations across Tokyo, Yokohama, and Sapporo.
The day-trip hot spring facility with stunning Mount Fuji views introduces winter limited menus including a new kimchi hot pot set and seasonal dishes at their dining areas.
Yu-toria Etchu inn in Toyama launches a limited winter detox stay plan featuring Toyama Yakuzen-certified fermented medicinal hot pot, specialty seafood including the rare deep-sea fish "genge," natural hot springs, and yomogi-mushi herbal steam therapy.
Fuji-Q Highland welcomes Thailand's viral character Butterbear for a limited-time collaboration featuring a revamped teacup ride, snow park, themed food, exclusive merchandise, and a stunning Mt. Fuji photo spot.
Ginza Cozy Corner is releasing its popular winter-limited raw chocolate "Ginza no Renga" and other chocolate sweets from January 22, 2026. The collection features four flavors including Milk, Bitter, Amaou Strawberry, and Uji Matcha, all crafted for a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
From early January through early March 2026, the Hida Great Limestone Cave near Takayama City will showcase the "Ice Valley," featuring massive ice formations up to 30 meters high and 200 meters wide. The event includes Saturday night illuminations in February and a photo contest now in its 19th year.
Libetee introduces a revolutionary 105L suitcase designed specifically for winter sports enthusiasts, featuring integrated storage for boards, boots, and gear with enhanced durability and snow-ready wheels.
Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa, a highland resort hotel overlooking the majestic Zao mountain range, is now offering an accommodation plan with lift tickets for nearby Miyagi Zao Eboshi Resort this winter.
Approximately 3,000 ice tulips will bloom at Metsa Village in Hanno this winter. The limited-time event runs from late January through February, featuring colorful displays, boat rides, and photo contests.
Tour d'Argent Tokyo presents a luxurious winter dinner course featuring black truffles, the crown jewel of seasonal ingredients, across all six courses from January 7 to March 1, 2026.
Asagiri Milk, the sweets brand from Asagiri Dairy, launches a decadent lineup of chocolate desserts starting January 15, 2026, at five locations across Japan including Tokyo, Osaka, Hiroshima, and Yokohama.
UHA Mikakuto brings back the popular thick-cut sweet potato snack coated with premium Belgian chocolate, available exclusively at Hankyu Umeda Honten from January 14, 2026.
Bears Rock's -32°C mummy sleeping bag challenges the typical constraints of mummy-style designs with its spacious construction, ensuring comfortable winter sleep.
In its 56th season, GRANSNOW OKUIBUKI ski resort in Shiga Prefecture recorded 31,328 visitors by the end of December 2025, marking the highest visitor count in its history. The early opening using artificial snow-making machines proved crucial to this success.
Enjoy the Pink Hanaichiogo and Ruby Red Akeichiogo afternoon tea sets featuring strawberry sweets on the 28th floor Sky Lounge Top of Prince from January 15 to May 14, 2026.
A unique experiential gift from the snow country of Nishiwaga delivers authentic snow from Iwate Prefecture along with local sweets and an LED candle kit to create a miniature yukiakari snow lantern at home.
At Uminonakamichi Seaside Park in Fukuoka, capybaras gather around a wood stove to keep warm during the coldest season. The adorable sight of these South American animals huddling for warmth will melt your heart.
Nenrinya, the Ginza baumkuchen specialty shop, introduces bite-sized "Mount Baum" coated in luxurious gold chocolate, available January 12 to mid-February 2026.
The Hokkaido mountain resort completes major renovation featuring all-new guest rooms, private sauna suites, and renovated public saunas supervised by renowned sauna expert "ととのえ親方" (Sauna Master Matsuo).
Starting January 11, 2026, Tanigawadake Joch by Hoshino Resorts introduces a beginner-friendly snow mountain climbing school. Learn essential techniques and safety knowledge from expert guides in the scenic Tanigawa mountain range.
HOTEL Hoshitori Terrace Sekigane in Kurayoshi City, Tottori, is hosting a special stargazing campaign from January 9 to February 28, 2026, featuring star observation events, themed rooms with indoor planetariums, and extended day-trip hot spring hours.
Hakkaisan Brewery's Uonuma no Sato facility launches a limited-time online store to bring the flavors of Minami-Uonuma to customers who can't visit during the snowy winter season.
Sanwa Supply has released a USB-C rechargeable hand warmer that heats up in just 30 seconds and can be used repeatedly. This eco-friendly and economical device features three temperature settings and a slim design perfect for portability.
CÉ LA VI TOKYO at Shibuya Tokyu Plaza debuts a winter-limited dessert buffet featuring 14 varieties of strawberry and chocolate sweets, paired with lunch courses and free-flow beverages from January 15th to March 31st, 2026.
Gong cha introduces a seasonal limited drink combining fluffy almond tofu and rich mango sauce with Alishan oolong tea, creating a winter landscape in a cup.
Kamakura Witch introduces "Saison Wich (Salt Chocolate)," a winter-exclusive sandwich cookie featuring premium chocolate chips and salted butter cream, available from January 10, 2026.
On January 18th, 2026, Kamikawa Town, Hokkaido will host an urban exchange event at Shibuya Cast, themed around kotatsu, talk sessions, and regional connections.
A magical three-day winter event featuring lantern releases, market stalls, mochi-pounding demonstrations, and bonfire marshmallow experiences awaits visitors at Sunpu Castle Park from January 9th to 11th, 2026.
Starting January 7, Nikko Style Niseko HANAZONO is offering an exclusive all-inclusive anniversary plan for ¥3.9 million, featuring luxury suites, private dining, and winter experiences in Niseko.
Royal Park Hotel in Nihonbashi introduces limited-time offerings from January to February 2026, featuring a Twilight Afternoon Tea with 30 types of all-you-can-drink beverages and a special Strawberry Cocktail Fair at Royal Scots bar.
Japanese Restaurant Mai at The Westin Tokyo presents a seasonal Hot Pot Fair from January 6 to February 28, 2026, featuring four course menus including fugu hot pot, wagyu shabu-shabu, seafood hot pot, and local chicken mizutaki.
Restaurant Bellustar at BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel introduces a special winter course showcasing Hokkaido's finest seasonal ingredients from January 6 to February 28, 2026.
Hitachi Seaside Park's iconic "Ice Tulips" will reach full bloom starting January 6, 2026. This winter spectacle features 15,500 tulips across two locations, offering colorful displays through late January.
Koikeya releases seasonal potato chips featuring Japanese plum with fragrant Isewan seaweed topping, available for order until January 13th.
Handmade bamboo lanterns crafted from reclaimed bamboo forests illuminate the hot spring town in Kumamoto's Kurokawa Onsen through March 31, 2026.
Kyukamura Nikko Yumoto, a resort hotel located on the shores of Lake Yunoko in Oku-Nikko, will launch a "Beginner Snowshoe Hiking" program starting January 13, 2026. This experience allows guests to fully immerse themselves in the fluffy powder snow and winter wonderland of Oku-Nikko.
Okayama's Onbara Kogen Ski Resort will host a new winter event featuring a snow battle tournament, snowman building contest, and local food stalls on February 8, 2026.
Experience a unique winter camping adventure at Rikuzentakata Watami Organic Land in Iwate Prefecture. Set up tents inside a wooden house and enjoy BBQ with local ingredients, complete with new solar-powered illuminations.
Sanrio Characters Garden Cafe in Ueno, Tokyo introduces a winter menu featuring customizable afternoon tea sets, chocolate honey toast, Korean ttung waffles, and seasonal drinks available until late February 2026.
Cupid Valley ski resort in Niigata Prefecture begins its 2025-2026 season on December 27, 2025, featuring a newly renovated second quad lift that extends to 1,425m and operates at Japan's fastest speed of 5m per second.
Bauhutte's gaming furniture brand has expanded its Winter Gaming Fortress Sale to include the latest DAMEGI wearable blanket series and other warm gaming furniture at special prices.
Belgian waffle shop HASHLE introduces its second wave of winter-themed waffles, including Apple Cinnamon Liège waffles and Strawberry Mascarpone HASHLE waffles, available from January 1 to February 14, 2026.
The outdoor museum Hida Folk Village in Takayama, Gifu will hold its annual winter illumination event from January 10 to February 28, 2026, lighting up snow-covered gassho-style and shingle-roofed traditional houses.
The Mezzanine Lounge Suzukake at Hotel Metropolitan unveils a new seasonal parfait combining premium seasonal strawberries with various chocolates, available throughout January 2026.
Located in Takanawa, Tokyo, JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo launches two delightful afternoon tea experiences celebrating winter flavors. Starting December 26, enjoy a strawberry-themed afternoon tea, followed by a limited-edition chocolate afternoon tea in February, complemented by Valentine's Day sweets and special dining experiences.
Phoenix Seagaia Resort offers a perfect winter retreat for women seeking cozy relaxation. Enjoy illuminations, bonfires, hot springs, a newly opened relaxation lounge, and fine Italian dining in Miyazaki.
Muica Snow Resort in Niigata Prefecture will begin operations for the 2025-2026 season on December 27, 2025, offering a 200m-wide slope, diverse courses for all skill levels, and direct access to Muika Onsen Hotel's hot springs.
The Family Slope at Takino Snow World is set to open for the winter season, offering gentle slopes perfect for ski and snowboard beginners. Final preparations are underway for an earlier opening than last year.
The parfait specialty shop THE NEW NORMAL has launched a limited-edition Black Chocolate Parfait featuring the elegant aroma of osmanthus paired with rich chocolate. This winter-only dessert is available from November 25, 2025.
The Gosetsu Set returns for its fourth year, delivering authentic Tsunan snow alongside premium sake. This unique winter offering celebrates the heavy snowfall that defines the brewery's craft, shipping sake buried in snow directly from one of Japan's snowiest regions.
Yuzawa Nakazato Snow Resort, located just 5 km from Yuzawa IC, opens on December 28, 2025. The resort features family-friendly areas including the Angel Gelande beginner zone and Smile Kids Park with dome-covered snow escalators, alongside varied terrain for advanced skiers.
DEAN & DELUCA Okayama introduces limited-time winter seasonal drinks perfect for the busy year-end and New Year period. The "Celebratory Shiruko" series features a new black sesame flavor alongside classic matcha, plus the returning winter favorite "Yuzu Ginger Apple."
Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple will offer complimentary hot milk made with Nokyo Milk at their annual New Year's Eve bell-ringing event on December 31. This initiative supports domestic dairy consumption during the winter season when milk demand typically decreases.
Hotel Metropolitan's Bar "Orient Express" presents a Winter Cocktail Fair from January 1 to February 28, 2026, featuring three seasonal cocktails made with "The KI NO BI Kyoto Dry Gin" series, inspired by Japanese winter.
Umiterasu Nadachi Roadside Station in Joetsu City, Niigata hosts a seasonal winter festival featuring snow crab and yellowtail. Enjoy live crab tasting challenges, yellowtail butchery shows, limited-edition seafood dishes, and special accommodation packages from December 27, 2025, through February 28, 2026.
Miyako Hotel Amagasaki presents a delightful Strawberry Afternoon Tea featuring an array of strawberry desserts beautifully arranged in a special wooden box, available from January 1 to February 28, 2026
Shimoda Prince Hotel launches a limited-time winter accommodation package combining visits to the Tsumekizaki Narcissus Festival with traditional stone-grilled hotpot dining, available from December 20, 2025 to January 31, 2026.
Thule introduces the Thule RoundTrip ski and snowboard boot bag 35L, a compact and sustainable boot bag perfect for air travel, featuring eco-friendly materials and bluesign® product certification.
A popular winter-only event featuring charcoal-grilled oysters and seafood returns to Hattori Ryokuchi Park in Toyonaka, Osaka, running from January 15 to March 1, 2026.
Fujiten Snow Resort in Narusawa Village, Yamanashi Prefecture, launches the Mt. Fuji Observation Lift & Deck on December 22, 2025. An all-in-one package plan for an elevated ski experience is also now available.
The forest resort hotel Hakone Retreat före & villa 1/f in Sengokuhara, Hakone, offers seasonal winter experience programs including kotatsu relaxation, bonfire activities, and calligraphy experiences.
A pop-up store featuring merchandise from the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts film series opens at NEWoMan Yokohama from November 20 to December 25, 2025, with exclusive gifts and new holiday-themed products.
A special collaboration event celebrating popular gaming YouTuber group Dozle Company's 5th anniversary runs from December 5, 2025 to January 4, 2026 at Tokyo Dome City, featuring puzzle-solving attractions, exclusive merchandise, and themed food menus.
The hunting season has begun in Tamba Sasayama City, Hyogo Prefecture, marking the start of the authentic botan nabe season. This traditional wild boar hot pot features fatty seasonal wild boar meat and local vegetables simmered in miso until tender.
Shizuoka City, blessed with mountains, rivers, and ocean scenery, is gaining attention as a nightscape destination. From November 21, 2025, the winter illumination event "Omachi Heart Fantasy" will transform Aoba Symbol Road and Aoi Square with dazzling lights.
Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo launches a magical winter garden illumination featuring aurora lights and sea of clouds, in collaboration with Moomin, from November 11, 2025 to February 5, 2026.
From November 12 to December 25, 2025, KITTE Nagoya transforms with a stunning aurora-inspired illumination where music becomes visible light. Experience an immersive AI-powered installation that turns handbell melodies into unique color patterns across a 25-meter aurora display.
Yaizu City will host the Sea and Sky Fantasia illumination event featuring a 360-degree underwater tunnel, symbol tree, and Lafcadio Hearn-inspired lanterns from November 19 through January 31.
A spectacular winter illumination featuring 200,000 lights will transform the Fukuoka PayPay Dome area from November 24, 2025 to January 12, 2026, creating a magical winter wonderland.
ANA Holiday Inn Resort Shinano-Omachi Kuroyon launches a special mountain retreat stay plan limited to 2 groups per day, featuring natural hot spring rooms, Shinshu minibar selection, fermented face masks, and selectable breakfast at LASOIL restaurant. Perfect for autumn foliage and winter snow activities.
A limited-time winter feast featuring Hokkaido delicacies like snow crab, salmon roe, and warming hot pots is now available at Niku Tokidoki Lemon Sour restaurants across Japan from November 1, 2025 to February 28, 2026.
The spectacular winter light show returns to Matsumoto Castle in Nagano Prefecture for the 2025-2026 season, featuring dynamic projection mapping on one of Japan's oldest surviving castles from December 13, 2025 to February 15, 2026.
Sagamiko MORI MORI in Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture, will host Sagamiko Illumillion, one of the Kanto region's largest illumination events featuring 6 million lights, starting November 15, 2025.
Experience the snowy beauty of Kurobe Gorge aboard a trolley train. The popular winter premium tour returns for 18 days in January and February 2026.
Opening November 1st, 2025, Osaka Castle Illuminage returns with the theme "Toyotomi's Dream...Unification of the Realm." Experience a spectacular fusion of light, history, and culture at one of Japan's largest illumination events.
Hilton Hiroshima presents a winter sweets buffet inspired by Marie Antoinette, featuring 20 elegant desserts and 9 savory dishes from November 15 to December 28, 2025.
Lifestyle brand Afternoon Tea Living will host special Christmas events featuring Japan's only certified Santa Claus, Paradise Yamamoto, at four select stores this winter. Starting November 1, families can meet Santa, participate in popular apple wreath workshops, and create early holiday memories.
THE FARM agricultural resort in Chiba will open its winter-limited Starry Sky Strawberry Garden on December 13, 2025, featuring nighttime strawberry picking under illumination.
A special winter event featuring an ice skating rink, DJ performances, and food trucks will transform Yamashita Park in Yokohama from December 6, 2025 to March 1, 2026.
Running from December 5 to 25, the Sendai Christmas Market 2025 will feature approximately 40 wooden huts offering Christmas food and festive goods, alongside the Tohoku region's largest Christmas tree standing about 5 meters tall.
Starting October 10, 2025, a new winter specialty arrives in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture. Kashō Furusato, a traditional Japanese confectioner with over 70 years of history, introduces Premium Kudzu Ice—a mochi-textured frozen treat made with local Inasa Milk.
Yokohama, one of Japan's newly designated Top Three Night View Cities, will host THE YOKOHAMA ILLUMINATION campaign from November 2025 to February 2026. Over 40 illumination events will light up the waterfront area, featuring digital stamp rallies and photo contests for visitors to enjoy the city's spectacular winter nightscape.
Umeda Sky Building's Christmas illumination event featuring "THE CIRCUS OF LIGHT" theme with a stunning 25-meter-tall symbol tree covered in 130,000 LEDs, opening November 14, 2025.
Huis Ten Bosch's renowned "Winter Wonderland" winter illumination event will host its grand finale from January 10 to February 26, 2026, featuring unprecedented scale and performances as the culmination of six years of spectacular displays.
Starting September 1, 2025, Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort will offer a joint season pass with neighboring Hakuba Cortina Ski Resort, plus expanded heli-skiing tours and facility improvements.
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In winter, Fukuoka offers many events and scenery that can be enjoyed only at this time of year. This is the season of illumination, Japanese year-end and New Year’s events, and much more. This article details the highlights of winter travel, from descriptions of the weather and clothing to the best places to visit in […]
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Summary In this issue, I will introduce illuminations in Okayama, Hiroshima, and Yamaguchi in a relay format.It is recommended to visit nearby spots or tour all of them! Please refer to the illumination only during the winter season! *Please note that information and prices listed are subject to change. Travel Itinerary Okayama Station（岡山駅） In this […]
In winter, Tokyo attracts visitors from all over the world with its glittering illuminations, heartwarming cuisine, and events that allow visitors to experience Japanese New Year culture. The winter season brings with it a cool air and a romantic urban atmosphere. This article details some of the highlights, from what to wear for winter travel […]
If you’re planning to go sightseeing, including seasonal activities unique to that time of year in your itinerary is ideal. In this issue, we introduce essential travel information for February in Hiroshima, including weather, appropriate fashion, key events, and recommended spots, catering to those interested in experiencing the uniqueness of the season. To learn more […]
In winter, Hiroshima attracts visitors from all over the world with its glittering illuminations and many events that allow visitors to experience Japanese year-end and New Year culture. The winter season comes with cool air and a romantic urban atmosphere. This article details some of the highlights of Hiroshima, from what to wear for winter […]
Summary This time we went to Shinanomachi, Nagano Prefecture: ‼️ Relax from the core with a luxurious time in a private sauna in the snowy wilderness! ❄️☺️ Then, after staying at a pension that will fill your heart and stomach, get up early on the second day and go wakasagi fishing ❕🐟. I enjoyed fishing […]