Hokkaido in winter (December - March)

Temperature and Clothing

Winter in Hokkaido is from December to March.
Temperatures drop below freezing and it is very cold, with dozens of centimeters of snow piling up overnight.
Please wear gloves, scarves, and other warm clothing.

Niseko Ski Resort

Yotei, and is famous for its powder snow.
Skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing can be enjoyed.

Sapporo Snow Festival

This is a famous festival representing Hokkaido.
Numerous snow sculptures made of snow are displayed in Odori Park.
At night, it is illuminated, creating a fantastic sight.

Otsu Coast Jewelry Ice Cream

Jewelry ice is a beautiful clear ice like crystal.
It is a mysterious natural phenomenon created by the Tokachi River as ice flows into the Pacific Ocean and washes up on the shore.

Lake Shikotsuko Hyobaku Festival

This winter festival features a variety of objects made of frozen lake water from Lake Shikotsu by sprinklers.
At night, it is illuminated with colorful illuminations, creating a fantastic world.
There are also many hot springs around.

Otaru Snow Light Path

This is a very romantic and fantastic event usually held in February.
Candlelight gently illuminates the emotional streets and port town.