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| Winter Events & Attractions |
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 Asahikawa Winter FestivalWhere: Asahikawa City [Tokiwa Park] When: Second Week of February The Asahikawa Winter Festival will celebrate its 53rd anniversary around Tokiwa park. The International ice sculpture competition will be held at the same time in main shopping street, Kaimono koen. The lit up snow and ice sculptures are a must see for winter visitors.  Read More International Ice Sculpture Contest Accommodation Galleries |
 Sapporo Yuki Matsuri (Snow Festival)Sapporo City Second Week of February Join over two million visitors for the world-renowned snow festival in Sapporo. Big, colorful and memorable. Visit the official site Sapporo Accommodation |
 Fuyu no Dobutsuen(Asahiyama Zoo Winter Session) From the start of November to the start of April. The winter zoo is just as much fun as the summer zoo but be sure to dress warm. Be sure to catch the penguin march and the polar bear enclosure. Read More |
| The Winter Calendar |
| DECEMBER |
 Furano kan-kan mura(Furano Chill Village) End of Dec. to the end of March (Furano). |
 Ice Village in Tomamu Dec. 23 to the end of March (Shimukappu) Tomamu is loaded with winter activities. Relax in the ice bar, enjoy a night with a twist at the ice hotel, carve your own ice mug, and defrost at the bonfire cafe. As well as great skiing/boarding, visitors can find dog sledding and hot air balloon tours amongst many other activities. Accommodation - Tomamu Alpha Resort Official page |
 Tokimeki Road(Sparking Road) The end of Dec. to the end of Jan. (Shibetsu-shi) |
| JANUARY |
 Become a Furano/Biei local in winter Mid Jan to Mid Feb. （Biei / Furano area） |
 Higashikawa Kori Matsuri(Ice festival) Jan 16 ~18 (Higashikawa) |
 Shikaribetsu Kotan Jan. 20 to Mar. 30 ( Lake Shikaribetsu) |
 Sounkyo Hyobaku Matsuri (Icicle festival) End of Jan. to end of March (Sounkyo) The preparation of ice columns and ice dorms takes more than 2 months in a natural environment. They are lit up at night for a beautiful effect. The winter fireworks are a phenomenal sight. Sounkyo Onsen Accommodation Visit the official site |
 Shumarinai Lake Wakasagi Fishing(Ice fishing) End of Jan to mid March (Horokanai) Shumarinai Lake is the biggest manmade lake in Japan. Ice fishing is popular in this area. |
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 Higashi-kagura Shinrin koen Fuyu Matsuri(Forest Park Winter Festival) Beginning of Jan （Higashi Kagura) |
 Yakiniku Matsuri(BBQ festival in winter) Mid Feb. （Kitami) |
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 Pippu Ski-jo Matsuri(Ski hill festival) Mid Feb. (Pippu) |
 Kanayama Lake Hyojyo-bakansu(Vacation on ice) Mid Feb. (Minami-furano) |
 Miyasama Kokusai Ski Marathon(International Miyasama Ski Event) Mid Feb. (Biei) |
Garinko-Go
Snow Mobile Tour Festival|
Winter in Asahikawa
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The primary draw card to Asahikawa during the winter months is without question the quality of snowboarding and skiing to be had. Asahikawa comfortably sits in the heart of the Taisetsu mountain range (Taisetsuzan) and is the perfect base to launch skiing and snowboarding adventures to some of the finest powder locations Hokkaido has to offer. Kamui, Asahidake, Kurodake, Pippu and Furano are all easily accessible from Asahikawa. As an added bonus, skiers and snowboarders have the luxury of relaxing in the city at night and enjoying some of the local food, beer, and entertainment. As popular as skiing and snowboarding are in this part of Hokkaido, there are many other winter activities and attractions that should not be overlooked. The annual winter festival held in early February is an eye-pleasing spectacle of snow, ice, light and fireworks. The main shopping street Kaimono Koen is lined on both sides from start to finish with ice sculptures made by teams from all over the world. The effect is stunning, particularly at night when they are illuminated with colored light. Another winter activity to be had in Asahikawa is dog-sledding. Not what you would really be thinking as an option at the start of your trip but there you go, it's available to you in Asahikawa. As a change of pace, the now famous Asahiyama Zoo is open during the winter. The zoo has become Asahikawa's number one tourist attraction, so if you get the chance, check it out along the way. Asahikawa is cold but beautiful during the winter. It provides a great base for enjoying all things winter. You will not be disappointed. |
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Featured Hotel
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Loisir Hotel Asahikawa The Loisir Hotel is one of the finest hotels in Asahikawa. Experience comfort, great dining and exceptional service at an affordable price. Situated close to the city centre and nightlife district, the Loisir deserves to be regarded as the best choice for tourists to Asahikawa.  Read MoreCheck Price & Availability |
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Winter Sightseeing
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Asahiyama Zoo Asahikawa's Asahiyama Zoo has become the city's most popular tourist attraction in recent years, replacing Asahikawa ramen (hot noodle soup) for that particular title. With a ridiculously low entrance fee, modern and innovative enclosure design, and commitment to improvement for both animals and visitors, it's really a great day or night out. Asahiyama zoo is open for both the summer and winter seasons with only a short period of down time for the summer to winter season transition. Read More |
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 Kitoushi Forest Park Getting the greatest value out of your time and money in central Hokkaido has never been easier. Kitoushi Forest Park and adjacent Canmore Ski Village can be found a mere 25~30 minutes by car from Asahikawa City centre in Higashikawa Town. Kitoushi Forest Park sits at the foot of the Daisetsuzan mountain range, making it the perfect starting point for a thorough tour of central and northern Hokkaido ski fields. Accommodation OverviewType A cabinType B cabinType C cabin |
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 The Den International Bar The Den International Bar should definitely be the first choice for international visitors looking to sit back in comfort and reminisce about their day's activities over a few drinks. With a solid food line- up and great foreign beer selection, the Den is a great place to simply pull-up a stool, have a beer, watch some sport, and compare notes with fellow travelers about ski conditions and sightseeing locations. If you're here for more than just a few days, The Den is a must! More Information |
