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| Above, following a snowstorm in Chiba Prefecture. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
Over the years, I've been in Japan during winter only once. That was in February 2014 and at the same time I was there, the country was hit by two big snowstorms. The first one arrived when I did.
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| Above, Nakamise Street shops. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
That didn't stop me from enjoying the trip. It made it more interesting, especially when I was stuck aboard a commuter train between Narita Airport and Tokyo for several hours due to snow.
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| Above, Kurihama's Godzilla slide with a dusting of snow. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
According to an article in National Geographic, there are some advantages of traveling to Japan during winter.
They begin with:
There’s no question Japan is one of the most popular destinations on the planet right now and with good reason. From its deeply distinctive culture to great food to fascinating historic sites, it has so much of what travelers love, and that also means it’s often crowded, even overtouristed. This is why I recommend it for a winter trip when many people are seeking sun and sand. Last winter I put together a 12-day getaway for myself and my husband that included Tokyo, Kyoto, and a drive across the region known as the Japanese Alps. It was perfect and gave us a taste of what makes Japan so great without intense crowds or logistical hassles.
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| Above, my hotel in Ueno following the second snowstorm. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
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