Go there in winter! Sights to see in the cold

Enjoy the holiday season to the fullest "Tokyo Christmas Market 2023 "will be held at Meiji Jingu Gaien from Thursday, November 23 to Monday, December 25.
It is one of the largest Christmas markets in Japan and is popular every year for its authentic German atmosphere.
Until last year, the event was held in Hibiya Park, but this year it has been relocated to Meiji Jingu Gaien, which has attracted a great deal of attention.


Such a shrine, Meiji Jingu, is located in Shibuya Ward, Tokyo.

It is said that more than 3 million people visit Meiji Jingu Shrine for Hatsumode during the three days from New Year's Day, making it the number one shrine in Japan for Hatsumode ranking.

In addition to being one of the most popular power spots in Tokyo, Meiji Jingu Shrine is also popular for Hatsumode dates.
Excellent accessibility, spacious and clean precincts.
A shrine in the middle of Shibuya with abundant greenery is perfect for Hatsumode♪
Surrounded by large trees, the precincts of the shrine are very sacred and full of the style of a Japanese shrine.

Meiji Jingu Shrine is usually bustling with people, but you should definitely visit during the winter season as well to receive many blessings!

There is also a skating rink nearby!
After filling your stomach at the Christmas market or while waiting for the lights to come on, why not skate and feel the winter in your body and soul?
This skating rink is a permanent indoor rink, so you can play without worrying about the weather!
Please visit!

"Facility Information "
Name: Meiji Jingu Shrine
Address: 1-1 Yoyogi-Kamizonocho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
URL：https://www.meijijingu.or.jp/


"Facility Information "
Name: Meiji Jingu Gaien Ice Skating Rink
Address: 11-1 Kasumigaoka-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0013
Phone number: 03-3403-3458
URL：https://meijijingugaien-iceskating.com/

Roppongi, Japanese surname and place name

*Photographs are from the past.

This year marks the 17th year of the Christmas Market.
The venue is a reproduction of the Christmas Market in Stuttgart, Germany, which is said to be the largest in the world.
A total of 1,500 items will be available at five stores that sell original German Christmas goods, and a total of 10 stores will offer authentic German cuisine such as glühwein and sausages, allowing visitors to enjoy a heartwarming Christmas experience.

Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse

*Photographs are from the past.

The Yokohama Minato Mirai area is popular not only for Christmas but also for its illumination and night views.

The Red Brick Warehouse, one of the most popular tourist attractions, holds a Christmas market every year.
In the main venue, a 10-meter-high real fir tree will be illuminated for the first time with a system that changes colors according to the time of day, employing a fusion of the latest digital control and Internet technology from "Twinkly ", an LED illumination manufacturer based in Milan, Italy. The 50-meter-long illuminated roof will also return for the first time in four years, illuminating the night sky with a myriad of lights overhead.
In addition, this year's event is also highlighted by the new "premium lounge "where you can enjoy a warm and comfortable atmosphere.

In the Premium Lounge, where a limited number of private spaces are available for private use, you can also avoid the crowds in a warm space decorated with Christmas decorations and enjoy a higher grade of time with your loved ones!

Tokyo German Village

Enjoy the atmosphere of Germany at "Tokyo German Village ". Famous as a location for variety shows, it is loved by many as a theme park that can be enjoyed by men and women of all ages.

Tokyo German Village is synonymous with winter "illumination ". It is a large-scale event that has been selected as one of the three largest illuminations in the Kanto area.

The illumination of Tokyo Deutsche Mura, which will be in its 18th year in fiscal 2023, also offers many highlights.
It is also a great place to spend an unforgettable day with your loved ones and family.

Yomiuriland

*Photographs are from the past.


"Yomiuri Land in Inagi City "Yomiuri Land Jewelmination 2023 LIGHT is LOVE "being held at ".
Produced by world-renowned lighting designer Mikiko Ishii, the event will envelop the park in sparkling, jewel-toned illumination.

Now in its 14th year, this year's theme is "LIGHT is LOVE ", expressing love for people, nature, and the earth through light.

The new "earth blue jewelry color "is now available! Based on bright blue tones such as aquamarine and sapphire, these gentle blue tones are reminiscent of the clear waters of the "ocean ", which covers approximately 70% of the earth's surface.

Other lights represent "LIGHT is LOVE "by combining emeralds for the forests, golden sapphires for the land, diamonds for the clouds, and finally rubies to represent people's love. Once again this year, the illumination is powered by earth-friendly "green power ".

Kusatsu Onsen

One of the three best springs in Japan "Kusatsu Onsen ".
In addition to being easily accessible from Tokyo, Kusatsu is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Kanto, with many attractions such as the symbol of Kusatsu "Yubatake "and the traditional culture of "Yumomi ".

The steam that billows out from the hot-spring fields is breathtaking no matter what time of year you visit, but in the cold winter months, the smoke is even more clearly visible, rising up through the pure white snow.

It is only at this time of year that you can also see the "wiggle "that is formed when hot water freezes in the cold.
At night, the area is lit up from sunset to 25:00, creating a fantastic atmosphere that is different from that of the daytime.

Ginzan Onsen

Ginzan Onsen, one of the most popular hot springs in Tohoku, is located in a mountain gorge in Obanazawa City, Yamagata Prefecture.
It is a hidden hot spring in Yamagata Prefecture, filled with unique charms such as the murmuring of the Ginzan River, the fragrance of the hot spring water, and the soothing atmosphere of Taisho Romanticism.

Known as the setting for the NHK television series "Oshin ", many people visit this hot spring resort, but the atmosphere is at its best during the winter season!
This is because you can see an exquisite collaboration between the retro townscape and the snowy landscape.


The hot spring resort area is very compact, taking only about 5 minutes to walk one way even if you walk from one end to the other. You can spend a relaxing time enjoying the ambience that the stately ryokan (Japanese-style inns) exude and sampling the famous gourmet specialties.

Winter is the best time to visit Ginzan Onsen, which is covered with snow.


Wooden inns lining both banks of the Ginzan River, gas lamps illuminating the hot spring resort area at dusk, snowflake-patterned tiles embedded here and there along the cobblestone pathways, and every sight that catches the eye has a unique beauty that is different from that of modern architecture and townscapes.


Another key point is that the atmosphere changes between morning and winter.
Why not take a trip to a quaint and healing hot spring during the cold winter months?

Kinugawa Onsen

Kinugawa in Tochigi Prefecture offers not only hot springs and sightseeing, but also canyons and beautiful nature.
In winter in the Nikko area near Mada, there are many sights to see because of the cool and cold temperatures.
"Nikko Toshogu "is located at an altitude of 600 m. The city center of Nikko is dry and has a small amount of snowfall, but there are many days when the temperature drops below freezing.

Since Oku-Nikko is at an altitude of more than 1,200 meters, it is colder and snowier, so visitors can enjoy the wonderful scenery and experiences of nature that only winter can offer.
Kinugawa Onsen and Kawaji Onsen areas have little snowfall, and day-trip bathing and winter events are recommended.
In Yunishikawa Onsen, where there is a lot of snowfall, the Kamakura Festival is famous.

We invite you to spend a healing time in the Kinugawa-Nikko area in winter.