Best Places to Visit in Japan in December

Japan in December is both festive and enchanting, with the snow and Christmas and New Years festivities, December would be a great time for a trip to Japan. Illumination pretty famous during winter in Japan. The snow in Japan in December combined with shining little lights gave an enchanting feel to the night. Trees would be covered with small lights, illuminating the night, well known place for this would be Omotesando.  With the snow covering the land, skiing is also one activity to do during winter in Japan. Here is the list of places you should visit in Japan in December.  

Jigokudani Monkey Park
Jigokudani Monkey Park
Wild Japanese macaque monkeys searching for warmth soak in an “onsen” in a valley covered with deep snow. The park is popular as many people from around the world visit after seeing the famous pictures of the monkeys sitting in the hot springs.
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Omotesando
Omotesando
A sophisticated sense of high class engulfs the pedestrians walking there. From the main street to the back streets, there is a variety of shops. Even walking through the back alleys brings an air of celebrity
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Shirakawago
Shirakawago
Shirakawago is nestled obscurely in the mountains. The villagers continue on with their old style of life in their distinctive “gassho-zukuri” houses. It is a precious area, an unspoiled landscape reminiscent of a nostalgic Japan.
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Sanriku Railway
Sanriku Railway
The proud Sanriku Railway with Japan’s foremost window view of the Sanriku coastline. You will also enjoy the relaxation of having ekiben cuisine either within the gorgeous confines of the Retro Train or the O-zashiki Train which is equipped with sunken kotatsu.
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Niseko Village Ski Resort
Niseko Village Ski Resort
The super popular ski resort will satisfy even the most advanced of skiers. The high-quality powder snow is the selling point. In 2014, a shopping area reminiscent of an old Japanese town was also opened.
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