Good and cold morning from Japan, with our latest Japan Web Magazine newsletter. Spring is almost around the corner and you can already see it in the air, but there are still a few weeks of cold weather left, as last week's snowfall in Tokyo showed.
In this early February’s edition, we have made a compilation of articles with the best things to do in Japan in late Winter and early Spring. From new and delicious beverages cherry blossom-flavored to best places to enjoy Spring in Japan, and cultural activities such as the Valentine’s Day celebration.
Our travel tips section features useful transportation guides and itineraries, including information about how to ride the Shinkansen, special Japan Rail Passes and a 5 days itinerary on Nagano and Gunma.
And to take advantage of the last days of snow, for this edition we are focusing on Nagano, one of the favorite winter destinations with some of the best ski spots in Japan.
Nagano offers fabulous ski resorts like Hakuba, unique places as the Snow Monkey Park where you can see snow monkeys soaking in a natural hot spring and Japan’s history gems as Matsuno Castle, one of the oldest castles in the country.
【Update on This Season】
▶︎10 Best Places to Visit in Japan in Spring 2024
▶︎Starbucks Japan Cherry Blossom Beverages 2024
▶︎Tokyo Sakura Guide: Best Hanami Spots in Tokyo
▶︎TULLY'S COFFEE x Tom and Jerry Collaboration Spring 2024
▶︎Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo Marunouchi’s Spring Afternoon Tea
【Must-Read Travel Articles】
▶︎How to Use a Non-reserved Seat on the Shinkansen
▶︎5 Days Trip in East Japan: Nagano and Gunma
▶︎JR East Pass for Foreign Residents in Japan: Tohoku, Nagano and Niigata
▶︎A Comprehensive Guide to Trains in Japan
▶︎Nakasendo Trail: from Magome to Tsumago
【This Week's Featured Area: Nagano】
▶︎10 Best Things to Do in Nagano
▶︎5 Best Ski Resorts in Nagano 2023-2024
▶︎10 Best Things to Do in Hakuba
【Japanese Culture】
▶︎Cherry, Plum and Peach Blossoms: What is the Difference
▶︎10 Best Buddha Statues in Japan
▶︎Kita vs. Minami: Discovering the Diverse Faces of Osaka
▶︎Blood Type in Japanese Culture
Best regards,
Japan Web Magazine