Yamagata is a perfect gateway to the authentic Japan. Many of its age-old mountains and remote onsen ryokans have been largely untouched by mainstream tourism.
Without the need for a trail, you get unfiltered access to Japan's picture-perfect snow scene. Snowshoeing is the perfect activity for anyone who can walk.
Tokyo experienced its heaviest snowfall in four years in late January 2018. It brought travel chaos—halting train service in the megacity, while 250 international flights...
