Gracefully, draw an arc on the snow. As the first snow falls gently, the hearts of ski enthusiasts also take off, eager to release their desire for speed and adventure in the world of ice and snow. This winter, Booking.com selects five major Japanese ski destinations and invites you to embark on a heart-warming snow journey.
Whether it is the magnificent snow scene in the north or the exquisite ski resorts in East and West Japan, “Kushiro City, Hokkaido” enjoys the natural scenery of the lake, visit “Gunma Prefecture Mizuko Town” to experience dog sledding, or avoid the skiers in East Japan, and visit the “Hyugo Prefecture Kamikaku Plateau”, one of the three major ski resorts in West Japan. Each destination contains a unique winter story.
Recommended by Japan's Snowy Land #01 ▼ Lake Akan, Kushiro, Hokkaido
The ultimate experience of high-level snow trails and winter flowers
When it comes to skiing, Hokkaido, Japan has always been the first choice for travelers who love ice and snow, and Kushiro City is one of the secret treasures. Here, the difficult “RIGHT WING” ski trail attracts top skiers with its challenging average slope of 16 degrees and maximum slope of 26 degrees. During skiing, the frost flowers blooming after frozen Lake Ahan – known as the “Flower Flower” are more poetic and wonderful, making people intoxicated by the romance of the north. In addition, they provide a “fishing man” experience of fishing on the ice, and have the opportunity to see the red-crowned cranes coming to spend the winter, gracefully on the banks of Lake Ahan.
Recommended itinerary：[Hokkaido, Japan]Kushiro/Akan Lake Car Freeway
Recommended stay: “Ahan Heya Villa Despise“It seems like a Japanese-style high-end hot spring resort taken from the picture scroll. Each room has an exclusive open-air hot spring, so travelers can immerse themselves in the quiet and beautiful scenery of Ahan Lake in the mist. Hokkaido seafood dishes on the dining table are a food feast that must not be missed, presenting natural pure flavors in every dish.
At night, it adds a touch of gorgeous atmosphere. The attached bar provides free and unlimited drinks, making every glass of wine filled with sweetest memories on the journey.
Recommended Japanese ski resorts #02▼Minami-cho, Gunma Prefecture
Fairy tale scene of dog sledding
