What to do in Japan in Winter

I spent a week traveling around central Japan, and here are some things you can do in Nagano Prefecture in the winter!
In part 1 of my Japan winter series, I visited the beautiful mountains in Chino and Komagane city in Nagano.
The views at the top of Mt. Kurumayama and Senjojiki Cirque were breathtaking and best of all you can get to the top easily by a ski lift or cable car.
For those who want more of a workout, it's a great starting place to hike to the other mountains in the Japan alps!
Stay tuned for part 2 where I share with you what you can do around the city and a hidden gem in Nagano!
Shot by the talented Mari Wash:
/ @mariwash9854
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What to do in winter:
⇢ TOKYO TO NAGANO
Shinjuku Station → Kami-suwa Station
Direct train (around 2 hours)
⇢ CHINO CITY, NAGANO
Transportation:
Bus from Kamisuwa Station to the ski resort then take the ski lift up
-Kurumayama Kogen Ski Resort
-Mt Kurumayama (Kurumayama Sky Terrace)
www.kurumayama...
⇢ KOMAGANE CITY, NAGANO
Transportation:
Direct high way buses departing from Shinjuku Station in Tokyo
-Suga no dai bus center
-Central Alps Komagatake Ropeway
www.chuo-alps....
-Senjojiki Cirque
-Hotel Senjojiki
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[@internationallyME]

See you next week for part 2! P.S *Masks were taken off with permission during the filming parts only. The filming of this video was also carried out by taking extra precautionary measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

[@drskelebone]

I 100% assumed this was the case. :)

[@silluete]

For some reason KZbin never give me notification for your video although I already sub's and click on the bell thingy. Can't wait for you next video.

[@SharingtheRoad]

Japan looks so pretty in the winter! The landscape blanketed in snow looks so tranquil and beautiful. Snowshoeing around there would be amazing!

[@iamfrommars2000]

yes, Japan looks so pretty in the winter but I can never go there in winter. Enough of snow living cause I am from Boston.

[@rosem.6239]

Omg it looks so peaceful… I feel like the winter brings a different type of serenity and calm to the outdoors. Can’t wait for part 2! ❤️

[@infinite_array]

Japanese bus drivers are some different kind of breed, I noticed when I was there. Absolutely cool when driving quickly along those tiny switchbacks.

[@internationallyME]

I couldn’t agree more 😆 taxi drivers are also the same driving down narrow small roads

[@LemifromJapan]

Happy to see your Vlog again, it was so much fun!!☺️✨ Winter in Nagano is so beautiful and peaceful!❄️☃️ Looking forward to No.2☺️

[@Northern_California_Fishing]

Welcome back Angela! You were missed😊 The Nagano area is beautiful, can't wait for part 2!

[@omunomu]

I actually have always loved Japan in winter! Less rain, lots of snow!!! ❄️❄️❄️ Can't wait to watch the next partttt!!!

[@internationallyME]

And very cold 🥶😆

[@melfbruenn9780]

You are the most positive ambassador for Japan and Japanese culture. Please keep making your videos which always put a smile on my face. Thank you!

[@davidlawson4159]

Another beautiful video please never stop making them. Love from the USA

[@CriticalEatsJapan]

Dressed all in white too👍

[@mariojsworld]

Japan in winter looks great. Beautiful blanket of snow. I liked also the informative aspect of the video.

[@dwaynefong]

Yeah!!! You are back. Thanks for sharing vlogs again.

[@robert127316]

nice to see your videos again. We were missing them

[@youtubetips6105]

I saw this video about two weeks before I went to Japan and ended up going to the Senjojiki Cirque and it was by far the very best part of my trip, thanks so much for this video

[@mariomantovani7339]

Great! I am anxiously wating for part 2!

[@garrytuohy9267]

Amazing footage. I really have to visit Japan in the winter.

[@maize09blue]

Scenically pleasing and healing.

[@whyisthisathingnow...]

Even though I had visited Nagano for a few brief days I fell in love with it. After seeing this I really hope to go again soon.

[@coloursofjapan]

We went to Nagano in prefecture in autumn and it was amazing! Still want to explore the winter version of it though :)

[@M1ASMM2]

I have been to Japan before my parents sister cousins and uncle and auntie went with us as well this brings memory’s flooding back of my skiing and enjoying the snow monkeys

[@nogginnz]

Hi from Wellington NZ. i love your vlogs and followed some of your tips when I visited japan in 2018.

[@internationallyME]

Hi 👋I went to Wellington before covid! Hope it's not too windy there today!

[@nogginnz]

@@internationallyME Not too windy today but we have much needed rain after along hot spell

[@lucablocca9155]

Nagano is so beautiful and magical 😍😍

[@Namidagr]

Very glad to see you again!!!

[@katrinapineda6873]

The Japanese Alps is beautiful! Was able to go to Iiyama pre-pandemic and it's so underrated

[@OverdrivenDom]

I've only really done Japan winter stuff in Hokkaido, so this is eye opening! Thanks Angela for inspiration for places to go to when travelling is reasonable again!

[@Whokn6627]

probably the best Japan travel video I have watched, incredibly informative

[@terencefullick772]

Another truly wonderful and beautiful video from our Angela, who continually raises the KZbinr bar. Such amazing and exciting scenery, it seems everything, including snow, looks more exciting and inviting in Japan. I'm hoping to be back in Japan in the autumn, but now I would definitely visit in winter. Part 2 cannot come quick enough.

[@internationallyME]

Thank you Terence! I’ll try to make some autumn videos this year if I can :)

[@OshareJapan]

I was waiting for thisss! You and Mari are a pairing made in heaven! These shots are gorgeous. How cool to see the torii gate sunken into the snow like that! 😍 also lol at the person ruining the silence 😂

[@internationallyME]

Yeah I’m glad our feet didn’t sink all the way to the bottom! The snow was so soft!

[@Bad_Karma1968]

Angela good to see you are well As always a great vlog and Happy new Year

[@TokyoPaul]

Very nice. I hope to go to Nagano again someday soon

[@brotherbiscuits646]

This was all so beautiful!! 😍☃️☃️ I appreciate all the travel tips for the resort and can’t wait to check out Nagano someday!

[@murugaveltr3482]

Thank you Angela sis... we want more videos from you... lots of love from india❤❤❤🤩😍😍🥰🥰

[@YemimaLim]

Angelaaa this looookss sooo much fun !!!!!! ❄️ I wanna go there tooo 💖 Can’t wait for the 2nd part

[@garytheosophilus]

Nice to see you happy and healthy Angela

[@andyoey5408]

Finally can see your story again, looking forward for anothers and really wish can go to Japan

[@AmbientWalking]

Super duper awesome and amaze balls and cool and funky! Love your channel! Always looking forward to a new video by you! : 0

[@internationallyME]

Haha I can’t wait to see what other adjectives you send my way in the next video!

[@llECll2]

This is awesome! I do plan on going to japan in the Winter in February whenever they open up for tourism again!

[@atrayuoldread6316]

Winter is my favorite. You reminded me hiking the Swiss Alps near the end of winter. So beautiful I loved the scenery. I miss skiing so much.

[@internationallyME]

I would love to try winter hiking!

[@evannowl]

Welcome back. Thank you for again sharing to us how beautiful Japan is. Can't wait to visit when all of this quarantine things over.

[@coloursofjapan]

Nagano prefecture is so so beautiful - but going there in winter is a unique experience for sure!

[@ClarisseMori]

So cuteeee😍 love to visit Nagano too! can’t wait to see you skiing! 🤩

[@OneMinuteTokyo]

They got buckets of snow up north this year. I really want to go up and film some content, but work is way too busy. I did get a little footage of Tokyo in the snow, but only a little bit. Can't wait to see the rest of the series!

[@user-ot5mk1lb8b]

Looks so beautiful there.

[@cartier2312]

Can’t wait to see part 2 ⏳

[@josephinee.7008]

My favourite time of the year to visit Japan is summer! 🌞 Many people rule out the summer months due to the rainy season, heat and humidity, but visiting during summer does have some advantages! It really doesn't actually rain every day, you get plenty of day light hours and accommodation is much cheaper. Many places are pleasantly uncrowded and some spots which usually get swarmed by tourists during spring or autumn are super quiet and serene. I literally found myself to be the only visitor at some temples or shrines. 🤯 Also I absolutely love the scenery in Japan during summer, especially in the countryside! 🌻 Lush green maple trees and rice fields, the sound of cicadas and gorgeous flowers everywhere. 🥰 Kamakura is a wonderful place to visit while the hydrangea flowers (ajisai) are in full bloom and there are a few beaches as well to cool off. Summer also has some amazing festivals! I was lucky to catch some events of the Gion Matsuri festival while in Kyoto, which were remarkable. Highly recommend to visit Japan during the summer months if you're able to cope with some heat and humidity. Plus it's Japan so you're never far from a vending machine to keep you hydrated. 😉 Just don't forget to bring sunscreen and mosquito spray with you! 😅 Otherwise you get to pack light for a summer trip as you don't need warm clothes - so you got more space in your bags to bring loads of stuff back home with you. 😁👌🏻

[@EpicConspiracy]

Another awesome video! My fav creator

[@sivayamsiva9343]

Thanks for sharing very beautiful winter snow views and useful detailed information congratulations 👌👌👌thrilling cable car experience really enjoyable 👍

[@Eversung]

Good to see you again, friend. Happy to explore with you once more. Winter is underrated.

[@RyanLeeBanks]

I think everywhere looks better with a dusting of snow ❄

[@standin.excaliblur7510]

2:55 not only in Kurumayama, but you can also see Mt.Fuji in Myoko Kogen (another skiing spot way more farther northward) as well, provided the weather is really sunny and clear.

[@johnnyong2341]

Have been waiting for your vlog. Thanks for sharing.😊👍☕🍰🥞

[@internationallyME]

I wish I had pancakes and cakes haha

[@andrewgamez7973]

Oh my goodness it's great to see you again Angela. Missed watching you. Please make more videos. I miss Japan very much and want to return but can't currently.

[@larryteslaspacexboringlawr739]

thank you for amazing travel video, i hope i can travel to japan in winter some day in future

[@thungo5360]

I'm so glad that you are back with another video, always a big fan of your channel. Your outfit is perfect for this video-white on white- loved!!! The mountains look spectacular , it must have looked 10 times better in person! Can't wait to come and visit Japan during winter. But does it really cold to walk outside for a long time? Is there places along the way to warm up?

[@shirleyan3246]

Thank you for your travel vlog. Me and my husband planning travel to Japan 3 years ago , we can't wait the pandemic finishing so we can travel again.

[@DanOnTheGo1]

beautifully filmed scenes 😊

[@galas455]

I always enjoy your VLOGS. Thanks

[@annadulaar]

Wooww! The mountains are so beautiful! I have been to Matsumoto and Azumino in Nagano! 😍

[@alcoholicmonkey1980]

One could also take a moment to appreciate how Gorgeous you are throughout the 4 seasons not just winter!

[@Washiwashihappyhappy]

Thanks for the video plz keep them coming 🎉🎉🎉

[@murugaveltr3482]

Gorgeous vlog... 😍💖💖💖

[@nunodeazevedo]

Lovely video as always :)

[@davideporcu7461]

Thank u so much really beautifull video u made my morning thank u!!

[@Brookossan]

Worth the wait 🤩Definitely gonna put Nagano winter season (and also summer season too) on my bucket list 😍I wanna in the snow so badly for someone who has never been to a snowy place/touch the snow 😆 Can't wait for part 2 😆

[@internationallyME]

It’s much more beautiful (and cold) in real life haha

[@Brookossan]

@@internationallyME I don't mind the cold as long as it's beautiful & I can touch/play with the snow 🤣😂😆

[@chinito77]

Nice to see you still doing videos in Japan. A shame your Internationally Us thing fell apart because of covid. Keep at it!

[@ArchAngel149]

Yay! I look forward to your next video! Oh Angela, do you think you could do a video about spring 2022 in Japan? :)

[@adriangoons5873]

Yes yes yes...Angela is back..🥰

[@sarasarapowdersnow]

千畳敷の景色めっちゃめっちゃきれいですね❗️😊

[@kamaboko1]

I used to live in Sapporo. God knows I saw my share of snow. Still, Japan in the Winter is quite nice.

[@SatishKumar41]

Thank you Angela for taking us on this beautiful trip to Nagano prefecture. It is fun to see your child like energy 😅

[@lnwolf41]

Meant to ask, is it still easy to breath there, being that high up? That is a beautiful site.

[@risalatzaman7675]

Long time Angela! Great to see your vlog again!

[@DJHEADPHONENINJA]

thanks now I know what to do when Japan opens up in a decade.

[@internationallyME]

Lol exactly

[@axelkeuchel5728]

Thanks for this nice and entertaining video. I really like 長野県, its people and the wonderful nature. The day I can return to Japan and go there will be a very happy day🤩✌️. Looking forward to your next video😉👋!!!

[@abx12309]

Going to japan this coming winter feb 2023 with my fam 🥰

[@magnusthorne]

Welcome back!

[@psiga]

Charming to see you again, and Mari's camerawork was gorgeous! Liking, commenting, and already subscribed. ^‿^

[@junibe1]

can't wait for part 2!

[@chloesadventures_ph6442]

Yeyyyy you’re back!!!!

[@KayeDakota]

Hello, my family is planning to visit Japan on a January. Can tourists still walk around with Kimonos even in a winter season? Looking forward to the experience 😊

[@bobyalbab4340]

I love your videos! Btw, what camera do you use for taking videos?

[@jessicaabigail7897]

This is really pretty...! May I know which month did you go to Japan for this video? Or does December these places have snow already? Thank you!

[@lydiafelton8162]

Hi! Just wondering, did you go in December? We're planning to go then but I'm just wondering if it snows mid/late December. Thank you, loved the video!

[@bernabeorig2120]

Watching from the Philippines 🇵🇭

[@jinwen08]

Awesome video! Does it snow mid December at hokuriku region?

[@StrikeFreedom1920]

I'm not a fan of the cold but those views looked amazing 😁

[@sohambhattacharyya6238]

Hi, I'm from Kolkata, India.. Your vlogs are awesome.. I just love it..❤️🌼🌸

[@RedRhino49]

i want to go skiing now

[@emaron11]

it looks amazing for hiking......i might have to plan a hiking trip if japan opens up as i generally go around europe. If this area is know as the japanese alps then i guess its a really good place or are there other areas better for trekkers

[@d3n0tz_]

Angela is back! Woohoo

[@DeaThpackRicK]

I miss this kind of video. . Keep doing more video internationally me. . Your amazing the best. . I hope I can have a photo of japan and a Autograph by you . .more power to your channel

[@fatinamir1341]

Hi! May I know when you went for this trip? Is it somewhere in Dec (the start of the Winter season) or mid or towards the end? Thank you! 😊

[@Pradjaya]

Hi, it looks very less crowded..at what month did you travel? Thanks.

[@mikecruz9198]

Hi angela! I missed the days that you upload regularly. You are actually one of my favorite japan youtubers. I love your personality so much as well as your beautiful underarms. I wish to see you wearing more sleeveless clothes in the future!

[@GamingSc]

I'm here in Japan for 3 months and the hotel in the snow Mount that you showed looked soooo cool so I said to myself why don't I go and come there for a day or two? Just for the experience and for fun anddd here comes the part that I, (very) got into trouble in all of this. I'm currently in Tokyo and I can't find almost any trains to get there... I found some trains that coming into the city next to the mountain where the hotel is located, but I didn't find any way to get to the mountain itself where the hotel is located, I tried to communicate with the hotel staff to ask them how to get there from the city To the mountain and how do I get permission to go up the cable car? And where the hell is the cable car anyway? Where do I have to go to get to it at all? but. On the (only) website that this hotel is available for reservation, I couldn't find anywhere to communicate with the hotel staff... so you are more or less my last hope here... so in short, how do I get from the city to the hotel's cable car? And where is anyway? And how do I get permission to get on this cable car at all? Great video btw!

[@Saufii]

New camera setup huh. Looking good 👍

[@TiffanyEvans-q8z]

Japan in witer very amazing

[@Dropthesoapto]

The courage of using white in Winter!!!

[@hooichooyeap1850]

Great video. What time is the bus at the bus station (kami suwa bus station)? I can't see this time on Google map? I'm going at the end of the month November.... I follow your video day trip thank 🎉

[@mizusenshisongs]

Wow that looks so pretty! It doesn't snow where I live so I'm always intrigued by snow TBH. When you showed what that one area looks like in summer though I was equally wowed. It legit looks like something out of Heidi. Japan's Alps indeed.