Editor's picks — the most advised experiences

If you only do a handful of things in snow-country Japan, do these.

New to Japan's ski country and not sure where to start? These are the experiences we recommend to almost every guest — the ones people fly home talking about. Each is bookable now and slots straight into your trip.

Good to know

Book guides and dinners early — the best sell out weeks ahead in January–February.
Pair one big adventure day with one cultural or onsen day to rest the legs.