snow monkeys + hot spring = a must-see!
Oct 02, 2023 3:16 am
Konnichiwa from the Japan Switch Team!
As things start to cool down, many of you may be planning itineraries to travel to and around Japan. We want to start the month off with some of the must see, do, eat, and drink attractions around the country! Let's dive in!
Ultimate Guide to Snow Monkey Onsen
Set against the backdrop of the magnificent Japanese Alps, Jigokudani Yaen-Koen (Hell Valley Wild Monkey Park) offers one of Japan's most unique experiences. Here, charming primates have turned the area's onsen into their personal retreats, especially during the frosty winter months. Read on to find out the best time to visit and, more importantly the dos and don'ts of monkey onsen!
Ultimate Guide to Sake Breweries
The cooler weather is perfect for a warm cup of sake. Did you know that sake translates to alcohol while nihonshu translates to ‘the drink of Japan?’ Whether you’re a sake connoisseur or aspiring to be one, winter is the best season to visit a brewery. Have a read to find out about all the different types and some of our favorite breweries around Japan!
Ultimate Guide to Visiting a Haunted House in Japan
It’s no secret that Japan has a long and colorful history with the supernatural. Perhaps the most famous is Fuji Kyuu’s haunted hospital which is the longest and scariest haunted attraction in the world! If you’re in the mood for a fright (or looking for an excuse to hold your date’s hand), read on!
Side note: If you're expecting to be in Japan, check out Japan Switch's affordable online and offline Japanese lessons! We can say that, from experience, a little Japanese under your belt can make your time in Japan so much more meaningful - not to mention open wonderful doors that might otherwise remain undisturbed!
For more information or other updates and tips on life in Japan, be sure to check out our website here.
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Your Friends,
The Japan Switch Team
