--- title: Top 5 Ways to Enjoy the Best Four Seasons of Japan date: 2023-03-07T13:40:00+09:00 author: Gwen Magdamit canonical_url: "https://uchijapan.com/news/top-5-ways-to-enjoy-the-best-four-seasons-of-japan" section: News --- [Japan](https://uchijapan.com/news/japan)# Top 5 Ways to Enjoy the Best Four Seasons of Japan Mar 07, 2023 - [ ](mailto:?subject=Top%205%20Ways%20to%20Enjoy%20the%20Best%20Four%20Seasons%20of%20Japan%20on%20Uchi&body=https%3A%2F%2Fuchijapan.com%2Fnews%2Ftop-5-ways-to-enjoy-the-best-four-seasons-of-japan "Share by Email") - [ ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fuchijapan.com%2Fnews%2Ftop-5-ways-to-enjoy-the-best-four-seasons-of-japan&title=Top%205%20Ways%20to%20Enjoy%20the%20Best%20Four%20Seasons%20of%20Japan&description=Let%E2%80%99s%20travel%20around%20and%20celebrate%20the%20fascinating%20seasonal%20changes%20throughout%20the%20year.%20Here%20are%20the%20Top%205%20ways%20to%20enjoy%20the%20Four%20Seasons%20in%20Japan%21&caption=Uchi) ![11365850673 9e05a39f3f b](https://d1g90p0r985xbs.cloudfront.net/general/_480x270_crop_center-center_60_line/107657/11365850673_9e05a39f3f_b.jpg)Winter, Summer, Spring and Autumn - every season offers a remarkable experience here in Japan. Thanks to the remarkable climate in Japan, we are always thrilled when anticipating the four seasons here, whether considering the countless tourist attractions, numerous celebrations or the unique Japanese delicacies. Let’s travel around and celebrate the fascinating seasonal changes throughout the year. Here are the Top 5 ways to enjoy the Four Seasons in Japan! ## \#5: Conquer Mt. Takao this Fall Starting in mid-September, crops are gathered and the scenery of foliage appears throughout Japan as temperatures slowly drop during autumn. With the magnificent touch of red, orange, and yellow colors, hiking the country’s natural beauty is one activity to add to your bucket list. ![Screen Shot 2023 02 28 at 12 52 38 PM](https://d1g90p0r985xbs.cloudfront.net/general/_1280xAUTO_fit_center-center_82_none/106996/Screen-Shot-2023-02-28-at-12.52.38-PM.jpg) Mt. Takao *Mt. Takao* and the changing leaves near Tokyo illustrate the highlight of the season with the grandeur of natural landscapes. This ultimate destination is considered the world's most climbed mountain due to its several trail options and accessibility as it is within an hour-ride on the train from Shinjuku and Tokyo. With plenty of food and refreshments available, your autumn experience in Japan’s nature will be memorable forever. ![Screen Shot 2023 02 28 at 12 44 48 PM](https://d1g90p0r985xbs.cloudfront.net/general/_1280xAUTO_fit_center-center_82_none/107165/Screen-Shot-2023-02-28-at-12.44.48-PM.jpg) Autumn in Japan ## \#4: Celebrate various Japanese summer festivals It’s time to beat the heat by witnessing the *Aomori Nebuta Matsuri* fire festival and the *Omagari Fireworks* in the Tohoku region. ![Screen Shot 2023 02 28 at 12 45 41 PM](https://d1g90p0r985xbs.cloudfront.net/general/_1280xAUTO_fit_center-center_82_none/107250/Screen-Shot-2023-02-28-at-12.45.41-PM.jpg) Aomori Nebuta Matsuri ![Screen Shot 2023 02 28 at 12 46 07 PM](https://d1g90p0r985xbs.cloudfront.net/general/_1280xAUTO_fit_center-center_82_none/107307/Screen-Shot-2023-02-28-at-12.46.07-PM.jpg) Omagari Fireworks Illuminated floats are showcased in the parade with lots of dancing and traditional performances. Enjoy these festivals by wearing *yukata* (summer kimono) with your family and friends. Apart from this, you should never miss out on Japan’s summer snacks, including the delicious *yakisoba* (Japanese stir-fried noodles), *dango* (rice flour dumplings), *kakigori* (ice dessert) and other Japanese traditional sweets like *mizu-yokan*. ![Screen Shot 2023 02 28 at 1 07 05 PM](https://d1g90p0r985xbs.cloudfront.net/general/_1280xAUTO_fit_center-center_82_none/107366/Screen-Shot-2023-02-28-at-1.07.05-PM.jpg) Kakigori ## \#3: Have a dose of Vitamin Sea! Many people enjoy Japan's hottest time of the year with plenty of exciting activities and the list goes on and on, whether you like golfing or cycling or simply camping and hiking. But it’s hard to consider missing the fun at the beach. ![Toya](https://d1g90p0r985xbs.cloudfront.net/general/_1280xAUTO_fit_center-center_82_none/Toya.jpg) Numerous beaches are popular in Japan, attracting tourists and locals to hit the waves and relax with the magnificent sunsets. Some of the most famous islands include Okinawa and Ishigaki. What are you waiting for? It’s time to book your next beach holiday! Looking for a beach property? Say no more for Uchi have you covered by clicking this [link.](https://uchijapan.com/properties?search%5Bquery%5D=beach) ![Lonely Camper](https://d1g90p0r985xbs.cloudfront.net/general/_1280xAUTO_fit_center-center_82_none/Lonely-Camper.jpg) ## \#2: Experience a Winter Wonderland Adventure Enter the world of snow through Japan’s world-famous snow resorts - including in Hokkaido and the Japanese Alps. Japan benefits from light and soft powdery snow with some of the snowiest resorts in the world located across the north of the country. There are plenty of ski slopes and they are open for everyone, whether you're a beginner or an experienced ski adventurer. Discover more ski-resort developments [here](https://uchijapan.com/properties). ![Yotei creater skiing](https://d1g90p0r985xbs.cloudfront.net/general/_1280xAUTO_fit_center-center_82_none/yotei-creater-skiing_2023-03-07-050455_njhb.jpg) After going for an extreme ski adventure you can relax in one of the natural onsen hot spring baths and enjoy the fresh winter air and scenery while bathing. Level up your experience by staying at a [ryokan](https://uchijapan.com/properties?search%5BrefinementList%5D%5BpropertyType%5D%5B0%5D=Hotel%2FRyokan) to try some winter delicacies such as crab and *sukiyaki* after your day in the deep Japanese snow. ![Onsen](https://d1g90p0r985xbs.cloudfront.net/general/_1280xAUTO_fit_center-center_82_none/Onsen.jpg) But wait, there’s more! To complete your winter experience, make sure to visit Shirakawago's traditional *gassho-zukuri* farmhouses with their breathtaking views on winter nights and the cutest Japanese macaques, also known as snow monkeys, located at Nagano park. ![Shirakawago by heart of golf 55](https://d1g90p0r985xbs.cloudfront.net/general/_1280xAUTO_fit_center-center_82_none/Shirakawago-by-heart_of_golf_55.jpg) Shirakawago Village ![Snowmonkey2](https://d1g90p0r985xbs.cloudfront.net/general/_1280xAUTO_fit_center-center_82_none/107652/Snowmonkey2_2023-03-07-051724_hdsm.jpg) Japanese Macaque ## \#1: Treat yourself to Hanami under the blooming Sakura flowers Of course, your Japanese adventure would not be complete without the iconic cherry blossoms or sakura flowers. Tourists and Japanese locals alike celebrate the arrival of Japan’s spring as nature wakes up again with warmer temperatures. Many people gather under the cherry blossoms for *Hanami* with picnics (and of course plenty of drinking!) and cherry blossom viewing. There are also several national holidays to look forward to this season to visit flourishing natural parks and celebrate festivals with some Japanese delicacies. ![Screen Shot 2023 02 28 at 12 47 26 PM](https://d1g90p0r985xbs.cloudfront.net/general/_1280xAUTO_fit_center-center_82_none/107653/Screen-Shot-2023-02-28-at-12.47.26-PM.jpg)