Yunishigawa Onsen Kamakura Snow House Festival

湯西川温泉かまくら祭

About 800 miniature kamakura (snow houses) are illuminated from inside with candles. There are also full-size kamakura—snow huts somewhat like igloos—which you can enter to enjoy a barbecue meal (reservations required).

How to get there:
*Heike-no-sato village venue 25 minutes from Yunishigawa-Onsen Station by buses bound for Yunishigawa Onsen to the last stop.
*Sawaguchi reverside venue 10 minutes walk from Heike-no-sato venue

When:
January 26-February 25, 2024 *Sawaguchi Mini Kamakura Venue Closed on every Monday to Thursday *Notice We are sorry but the Sawaguchi riverside venue from February 23 - 25 have been cancelled. Heike no Sato venue and Yunishigawa Mizu-no-Sato Snow Park will be held as scheduled until the last day of the festival.

Contact:
Nikko City Tourism Association
+81-288-22-1525

Areas of Nikko

Central Nikko

The heart of Nikko combines World Heritage shrines and temples, traditional cuisine and crafts, and lush natural settings. Add a trip to this area to a stay in surrounding regions, such as Kinugawa Onsen.

Okunikko

Located in the center of Nikko National Park, Okunikko includes the marshlands of Senjogahara, Mt. Nantai, Lake Chuzenji, and Kegon Falls. The area has many hot spring retreats and inns.

Kinugawa-Kawaji Onsen

Set along the Kinugawa River, this area is one of Japan's most famous hot spring resorts. Beyond ryokan and hotels, there are theme parks and many natural attractions. Kinugawa is a good base for further Nikko adventures.

Yunishigawa, Kawamata and Okukinu Onsen

This area is known for its remote location and restorative waters. Enjoy a relaxing escape as you explore undeveloped nature and hot springs.

Imaichi

Historically an inn town, Imaichi is now the gateway to the greater Nikko area. With soba-making lessons, sake breweries and a host of seasonal festivals, Imaichi merits a long stop before heading on to Nikko Toshogu or Kinugawa Onsen.

Ashio

Ashio is most famous for its copper mine, which flourished for over 400 years. Visitors can ride trolleys down the 700-meter long mining tunnel and get a feel for the mine as it once existed.