Yokote City in Akita Prefecture boasts beautiful wintery displays of snow. Be sure not to miss the Yokote Snow Festival, where you can enjoy the 450-year-old celebration held every February 15 and 16, with displays of over 80 kamakura igloos and miniatures illuminating the night sky.
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First of all, JNTO would like to express our deepest condolences to the victims of the Noto Peninsula Earthquake that occurred on Monday the 1st January 2024. From the bottom of our hearts, we wish for the safety of everyone in the affected areas, and hope for speedy recovery and reconstruction.

 

As Japan enters the first month of the year, families gather to spend time together and eat traditional food, such as 'osechi ryori', to bring in luck and good fortune into the New Year. Certain ingredients and side dishes eaten are supposed to act as a charm for the New Year. Such fortunes wished for include luck, wealth, happiness and good health.

 

With snowfall at its peak, January is the ideal time for skiing and outdoor winter activities. Benefit from Japan's powder snow and hit the slopes at famous skiing resorts and locations.

 

This month’s newsletter includes a guide to Japan in January; a guide to travelling off the beaten track; a travel webinar for Kochi Prefecture and much more. Read on to find out more. 
January in Japan is a winter wonderland full of beautiful locations displaying dazzling scenes of powdery snow. Ginzan Onsen in Yamagata Prefecture welcome many visitors in January.
 
Thanks to cold winds that blow over the Sea of Japan, the country sees some of the highest snow in the world. With a plethora of ski resorts and ideal skiing locations across Japan, there is no better place to hit the slopes and ride powder snow.

Japan's Art Festivals in 2024  

 

When imagining "Japanese art", many individuals may recall historcial works and relics. However, Japan is also home to a thriving modern art scene, with many festivals and installments across the country that you can visit and observe inspiring pieces of art. 

Make use of Japan's abundance of natural hot springs across the nation. From

Jozankei Onsen in the northern Hokkaido Prefecture, to Yufuin Onsen down south in Oita Prefecuture, there are onsen all across Japan.
 
Traverse the roads less travelled and stray from the golden route for a unique travel experience in Japan. Whether you're a frequent traveller or a complete starter to travel, Japan has plenty to discover and explore.
 
Explore by interest and travel to Hiroshima, where you can find inner peace and Zen Buddhism at the Shinshoji Zen and Garden Museum.
 
Browse more Adventure Travel inspiration on our website. 
 
Harvest traditionally grown vegetables in Nagasaki Prefecture. With mineral-rich soil from volcanic activity, farmers grow a variety of vegetables with Sustainable Development Goals in mind.
 
Discover more Sustainable Travel Experiences in our new brochure. 
Useful resources

JNTO Sydney Office services 

 

If you have any Japan travel questions, please contact us using our enquiry form. Our self-service brochure room is open Monday to Friday* from 10am-4pm (AEST). You can also find a wide selection of digital brochures online. 

 

* Please note we are closed on some Japanese public holidays. See the latest list here. 

Visit Japan Web 
 
Register immigration and customs information on Visit Japan Web prior to your departure to expedite airport arrival procedures in Japan. There are two forms: immigration (the digital equivalent of a disembarkation card) and customs.  

Virtual backgrounds

 

Transport yourself to Japan, virtually, and brighten up your video calls with our collection of virtual backgrounds featuring beautiful sights from across Japan. 

Monthly event calendar 

 

Find out what festivals and events will be on during your visit. The monthly calendars are released around the middle of the month and cover events across the whole country. 

Japan Visitor Hotline
 
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