Festivals

Wintertime around these parts usually means either taking in some winter sports like skiing and snowboarding or soaking in one of the numerous hot spring onsens around the countryside surrounding the metropolis. But there are a few other things you can check out around Greater Tokyo in the cold part of the year: Check out the normally crowded sightseeing spots This is the time of year when tourism is traditionally down. In Tokyo proper, it’s still crowded, but not nearly as jam-packed as it is during the warmer months. You’ll want to head over to Asakusa and Ueno to check out Tokyo and Old Edo’s historical stories. Plus, the air is crystal clear, a great time to check out the view from the views from the many tall towers around the city; remember to look south to catch an excellent glimpse of Fuji-san while you’re up there! Reconnect with nature If the heat of summer and the crowds of spring and autumn kept you from checking out places like Chichibu and Mt Takao, then now’s a perfect time! The views are spectacular, and you’ll get a different feel for Japan’s winter season than most other visitors, or natives for that matter.…