📍Traveling to Japan, where should I go??

Where should we go in Japan?
My boyfriend and I are planning a winter trip to Japan. We're thinking about where to go! Every city is so beautiful!
So, let's head to Tokyo. It's easy to get to! This is our first time in Japan.
Getting there: We took the train from Ueno Station, bought a 3-day JR Wide Pass, rented a car for 1 day, and traveled by bus.
➡️ 1: Gala Yuzawa, a ski resort near Tokyo. It's a direct Shinkansen ride, so you can get there without skiing. It's so beautiful, you have to try it. There are activities to do, like playing in the snow, riding a cable car, sledding, and more. If you want to get off at Echigo-Yuzawa Station first, you can take the free bus to get there. (Check the bus schedule.)
➡️ 2: Nikko Nikko: I have to say that I found very few reviews of this city during winter. Most people visit this city during the fall foliage season, so it was less crowded and quieter during our visit. However, I really enjoyed this city! It has everything you need. It's also a World Heritage Site. - Kegon Falls - Lake Chuzuji - Nikko Toshogu Shrine - Shinkyo Bridge - Take the Akechidaira Ropeway (closed during winter). Getting there is easy! Take the train to Utsunomiya Station and transfer to the Nikko Line. Don't get lost! Just follow the signs. And let me tell you, you must try the tofu skin, a local specialty. It's so delicious you'll want to go back! 💕
➡️ : 3 Kawakuchiko, a popular city that everyone in Japan must visit!! For us, renting a car is more convenient because each attraction is very crowded. Taking the bus might limit your visit. - Kitaguchi Shrine, Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja - Oshino Hakkai Village - Oishi Park - Mt. Kachi Ropeway - Stop for some cheesecake in the Cheesecake Garden
➡️ : 4 Lake Yamanaka: Drive around Lake Yamanaka and enjoy the view of Mount Fuji behind the lake. But it's a different perspective from Lake Kawakuchiko. If you haven't eaten, stop by Lawson or 7-Eleven to grab a lunchbox and enjoy the view. Or, you can stop for coffee at The Park Cafe.
➡️ : 5 Fujinomiya, a city where you can see the entire Fuji. It's a city that doesn't see many tourists, and has factories in front and Fuji in the background, contrasting with the pink sunset. We drove around the city at night, so traffic was a bit congested, likely due to the abundance of factories and houses. There are plenty of tourist attractions to explore. - Tea plantation and Fuji viewing point - Fujisan Yemeno Ohashi - Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha Shrine - Lake Tanuki
➡️ : 6 Kamakura, a seaside town with a classic train carriage. The vibe is great. Even a 10-kilometer walk is possible. I recommend coming on a weekday. (Popular on Saturdays and Sundays) - Worship the Great Buddha at Kotokuin Temple - Stop for a cold crepe at Kannon Cafe - Walk to see Mt. Fuji and the black sand beach at Cape Inamuragasaki - Follow the footsteps of famous slam dunkers at Kamakura Kokomae - Stop for a bite to eat at Komachi Dori Street, Kamakura
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Post by Namtann.S | Aug 6, 2025