, the capital city of Hokkaido prefecture in Japan, is known as one of the best winter destinations in Asia.draws in travelers from all over the world during its Sapporo Snow Festival where visitors can witness hundreds of gigantic ice sculptures and snow statues come to life.
Aside from the festival, there’s lots more to experience in Hokkaido during winter. Active travelers can enjoy skiing, snowball flights, smelt fishing, snowboarding, and sledding. Go sightseeing at the Sapporo Fushimi Inari Shrine, and admire the sight of theto learn more about the iconic Japanese drink and enjoy a hot grilled meal at the nearby Sapporo Beer Garden.
Pyeongchang county is notable for hosting the Winter Olympics in 2018. Now, the famous ski resorts are top draws for activities like snowboarding, skiing, and snow sledding. Ski enthusiasts can also enjoy visiting holiday centers like YongPyong Resort, the largest ski and snowboard resort in South Korea, and Alpensia Resort, which sits 700 meters high and is reminiscent of the Alps.