Winter festivals in Sapporo and Otaru: Experience the magic
Updated 22 August 2023 by Anthea Hung Winter in Japan is a time for festivities, especially in Hokkaido. It is when the Sapporo Winter Snow Festival and the Otaru Light Snow Path Festival come alive. These festivals are held annually in February and attract thousands of visitors from all over the world. They make for […]
Sapporo Snow Festival: A highlight of the snow season
The Sapporo Snow Festival, called Sapporo Yuki Matsuri in Japanese, is held across three main sites over 1 week in February. It is considered one of Japan’s most popular winter events. It attracts over 2 million visitors from Japan and around the world every year. This year marks the 18th anniversary of the snow festival. […]
