Honshu Winter Ski Guide 2025–2026 Explore Japan Through Powder Snow, Onsen Retreats, Sacred Shrines & Hidden Food Streets Discover the quieter side of Japan’s winter. Honshu Winter Ski Guide takes you beyond the crowded peaks to the hidden ski towns, snow-cloaked shrines, steaming onsen retreats, and the tiny food streets where mountain life really happens. This guide is for travelers who want more than slopes — for those who want to: Find underrated ski towns with the best powder and the fewest crowds (Myoko, Madarao, Nozawa Onsen, Shiga Kogen, Appi Kogen and more). - Combine epic skiing with restorative onsen soaks, authentic local cuisine, and quiet temple visits. - Navigate Honshu easily: rail routes, JR passes, local buses , driving tips and seasonal travel hacks. - Plan perfect 3–7 day winter itineraries for families, solo travelers, and long-stay workcationers. What you’ll get: concise resort profiles, off-radar recommendations, packing & rental advice, step-by-step onsen etiquette, food-street highlights, and practical maps & contacts — all tailored to the 2025–2026 season. Why this guide? Unlike generic travel lists, this book focuses on real experiences: slow travel, cultural connection, and sustainable visits that support local communities. Whether you’re chasing powder or savoring a bowl of hot ramen as snow falls outside, this guide shows you how to do Honshu right. Inside: Resort maps • Hidden villages • Onsen towns & etiquette • Shrine and temple visits • Food trails • Budget tips • Sample itineraries • Safety & snow planning Pack your skis. Bring an open heart. Let Honshu’s winter reshape how you travel. Buy the paperback or Kindle edition now — and start planning your next winter in Japan. Author: George Pitfall• First Edition 2025