9 Things to Do in Tochigi in Winter
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Nasu Onsen
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This hot spring resort is famous for Shika-no-yu, a communal bath with more than 1,380 years of history, featuring milky hot spring water.
Access: 50 min. by bus from JR Nasushiobara Station.
Shiobara Onsen-kyo
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Enjoy the beautiful seasonal landscapes of Shiobara Onsen-kyo, a hot spring town with more than 1,200 years of history.
Access: 60 min. by bus from JR Nasushiobara Station.
Yunishigawa Kamakura Festival
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Visitors can enjoy barbecue in kamakura (snow huts) during the day, and a fantastic view of the illuminated kamakura at night.
Access: 20 min. by bus from Yunishigawa Onsen Station on the Yagan Railway.
Snow Activities (Skiing & Snowshoeing)
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Tochigi is the closest location to the center of Tokyo where you can enjoy snow activities. Snowshoeing has become popular in recent years.
Access: 70 min. by bus from JR Nikko Station or Tobu Nikko Station on the Tobu Line, others.
Kinugawa Onsen
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One of Japan's leading hot spring resorts, with hotels and inns built along the canyon of the Kinugawa River.
Access: Walk a short distance from Kinugawa Onsen Station on the Tobu Line.
Japanese Sake
Famous for its clear spring water, Tochigi has sake breweries throughout the prefecture.
Access: 20 min. walk from Mashiko Station on the Moka Line.
Ashikaga Flower Park
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This park features the Great Miracle Wisteria, as well as one of Japan's most beautiful illumination events, designed with a floral theme.
Access: 13 min. walk from JR Tomita Station.
Sano Ramen Noodles
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Particularly popular with women, ramen in Sano features curly noodles and lightly flavored soup.
Access: 15 min. by bus from JR Sano Station or Sano Station on the Tobu Line, others.
Outlet Malls
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Tochigi has several outlet malls, including Sano Premium Outlets, the closest large-scale outlet mall to Tokyo.
Access: 20 min. by bus from JR Sano Station or Sano Station on the Tobu Line, others.