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Winter is a beautiful time to visit Japan. There are many beautiful winter destinations to choose from. From enjoying gorgeous winter scenery to fun winter activities, to places serving specialty winter cuisine, you can find something for your trip. This article will help you decide on the best winter destinations to visit in Japan.
Mountains can evoke images of mystery and intrigue. In Japan, often mountains are also sacred or associated with religious practices. Three sacred mountains in northern Japan, known as the Dewa Sanzan, are the home of shugendo, a syncretic form of asceticism practiced since the seventh century. The religious observances have…