A Peaceful Winter Journey in Japan | Hidden Temples, Snow Monsters, Foxes & Onsen
Ever heard of Japan’s snow monsters? Or a place where foxes roam freely in the snow? ❄️ Welcome to one of Japan’s most magical hidden winter destinations! In this slow travel vlog, we embark on a peaceful winter escape—visiting the enchanting Fox Village, exploring the ancient Yamadera Temple, and witnessing the surreal Snow Monsters at night. Along the way, we stay at a cozy mountain onsen retreat for a truly relaxing experience.
📍 Highlights in this video:
✔️ 🦊 Walk among adorable foxes in a winter wonderland at Zao Fox Village
✔️ 🏯 Climb the breathtaking Yamadera(Risshaku-ji)Temple, a sacred mountaintop shrine covered in snow
✔️ 🍜 Enjoy a warm, home-cooked meal at a cozy countryside shop
✔️ 🚡 Take a ropeway ride to the Snow Monsters, a rare natural phenomenon in Japan at Zao Snow Monster
✔️ 🏨 Stay at Meitoya So, a charming onsen ryokan with a traditional Japanese-style room
✔️ ♨️ Relax in a natural hot spring bath surrounded by winter scenery
📌 Video Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:47 On the way to Zao Fox Village
01:21 Zao Fox Village – Walking among the foxes
03:54 Scenic drive to Yamadera Temple
05:30 Lunch at a cozy local shop
07:02 Exploring & climbing Yamadera Temple in the snow
12:11 On the way to Zao Ropeway – Sunset & snow monsters
13:17 Zao Snow Monsters – A magical winter wonderland
17:28 Check-in at Meitoya So Ryokan – Room tour
18:41 Dinner at the ryokan – Traditional Japanese cuisine
20:38 Morning onsen experience
23:13 Outro
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