9 Great Snow Festivals to See in Japan blog.gaijinpot.com

Sapporo Snow Festival 2020The most famous snow festival is the Sapporo Snow Festival held on Japan’s northernmost island, Hokkaido.
Close to Nishi River, Nikko City, Tochigi - MapTokamachi Snow FestivalYou could also follow the modern Japanese Snow Festival back to its roots in Niigata by taking a trip to the Tokamachi Snow Festival, the very first contemporary snow festival that set the stage for their ever-growing popularity.
Zao Snow Monster IlluminationsThe Zao Snow Monster Illuminations are held from December until February which is also the best time to visit the slopes.
Aizu Wakamatsu City, Fukushima - MapOuchijuku Snow FestivalThe Ouchijuku Snow Festival is held in an ancient village with the same name during the second week of February.
Ouchijuku, Minamiaizu, Fukushima - MapUrabandai Snow Festival 2020So candles and old houses aren’t your thing, but the Urabandai Snow Festival (held on the third weekend of February) has a little something for everyone.