Winter, wonderfullyHokkaido, in its winter glow
Snow-filled days, warming bowls of ramen and wide-open Hokkaido. A winter trip with plenty of play.
A slower kind of adventure
Mountain air & onsen days
This is your kind of adventure
A little closer to nature.
Trade the city rush for mountain scenery and the warmth of a hot spring. Nagano is a lovely next chapter after Tokyo, with a mix of local culture, time outdoors and relaxed evenings.
NaganoJigokudaniShibu Onsen
A journey, taking shape.
A suggested route, made to be yoursDay 1Begin in Nagano
Explore the city around Zenkoji Temple and enjoy a gentle first day before heading deeper into the mountains.
Day 2Into the forest
Visit Jigokudani to observe the wild macaques. Wear suitable walking shoes and allow time for the forest path; wildlife behaviour is never guaranteed.
Days 3–4Settle into onsen life
Spend a night in the Shibu Onsen area. Enjoy a soak, stroll the streets and check each bathhouse’s access rules with your accommodation.
A little sensei advice
For a winter visit, plan for snow and ice on the forest path. Check local transport and opening information shortly before travelling.
Keep following your curiosity
Another adventure, perhaps?
Winter, wonderfully
Onsen & easy daysWarm welcomes in Kyushu
Steaming springs, little cafés and an overnight ryokan stay. Discover the gentler rhythm of Beppu and Yufuin.
A perfect first chapterKyoto, Nara & Osaka
Golden temples, curious deer and evenings made for one more bite. Three unforgettable cities, one brilliant beginning.