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4. Japan

Nagano & Niseko

World-famous deep powder snow, traditional hot-spring ryokans, exquisite Kaiseki cuisine, and majestic views of Mount Fuji.

  • Best time to visit: December–March (Ski) or May–October (Hike)
  • Recommended stay: 6–10 nights
  • Nearest airport: Tokyo Haneda / Narita or New Chitose
  • Time zone: GMT +9
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Aman NisekoMount Moiwa luxury sanctuary
★★★★★
Park Hyatt Niseko HanazonoSki-in ski-out mountain residence
★★★★★
Hoshinoya KaruizawaEco-sanctuary thermal hot spring resort
★★★★★

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JAL Mileage Bank
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Bullet trains (Shinkansen) from Tokyo provide rapid, comfortable transit directly to the Japanese Alps.
Altitude
700–3,190 m
Powder Snow
15+ Meters Yearly
Natural Onsen
Geothermal Springs
Dining
Gourmet Kaiseki
Transit
Shinkansen Bullet Train
Climate
Subarctic Alpine

Top Experiences

Deep powder tree skiing
Private outdoor Rotenburo baths
Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
Traditional multi-course Kaiseki
Togakushi Shrine cedar forest walk
Japanese whisky & sake tastings
Hakuba Valley gondola rides
Snowshoeing through ancient pine forests

Did You Know?

Cold Siberian winds picking up ocean moisture create some of the lightest, driest snow on earth in Japan.
Nagano hosted the 1998 Winter Olympic Games across its 10 Hakuba ski resorts.
Japan has over 3,000 natural geothermal hot spring spa areas (onsen).
Japan tip

VOA Insider Tip

Book private ryokan villas with personal hot spring baths on your balcony for maximum privacy, and ship luggage directly from Tokyo airports using Japan's seamless Takkyubin service.

Pack Smart

  • Easy off-and-on shoes for Ryokan entries
  • Thermal base layers for Siberian cold snaps
  • Waterproof winter boots with grip
  • Cash (Yen) for rural mountain villages

Average Temperatures

Jan23°
Feb25°
Mar34°
Apr46°
May57°
Jun64°
Jul72°
Aug74°
Sep66°
Oct54°
Nov41°
Dec28°

Member Benefits

  • Privileged rates at premier Ryokans
  • VIP Shinkansen & luggage transfer booking
  • Complimentary Kaiseki room service upgrades
  • English-speaking private ski guides
  • 24/7 dedicated Japanese concierge

Your Japanese mountain escape starts here.

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