JAPAN’S HIDDEN SPIRITUAL DEPTHS Japan's spirituality is felt in the hush between temple bells, the warmth of a hot spring bath on a snowbound night, and the quiet precision of a kaiseki meal. Beyond its bright cities and headline sights, a deeper Japan awaits — one where nature, ritual, and hospitality converge in moments of near transcendence. HOKKAIDO’S ELEMENTAL APPEAL Japan’s northernmost island is shaped by the elements: fire, water, wind, and snow, each playing its pa

Japan in the winter? Absolutely! Enjoy pleasant sightseeing away from the ever increasingly crowds during other seasons, but also magnificent winter landscapes under clear sunny skies—the ideal time to view Mount Fuji and soak in hot spring retreats. Unique winter events are also held in Sapporo, Kanazawa, Kamakura, along with a Grand Sumo tournament in January. Skiers will delight in Hokkaido, the finest skiing in all of Asia on "Japowder" and we always recommend a few days