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Winter Travel in Japan · Kyoto Goes Wild After a Blizzard!

Lucky are those who come across this note‼️ When visiting Japan for snow, don’t just focus on Hokkaido; winter in Kansai actually has a unique charm~ 👀 Come! Close your eyes and imagine — snow gently falling on the eaves of Kyoto’s thousand-year-old temples🏯, a Zen garden turning into an ink painting scroll, stone lanterns wearing soft, fluffy snow hats⛩️; Osaka Castle looks even more majestic in the snowy mist... the sense of destiny is off the charts! Join Ono’s private Kansai winter tour in Japan, and in 6️⃣ days, immerse yourself in the unique beauty of Kansai’s snow season. This winter-exclusive joy is simply irresistible! . 👇【Why choose our private small group?】 ✔️ Maximum exclusivity | Group forms with just 2 people, no strangers, itinerary tailored to your wishes ✔️ Relaxed travel | Visa + hotel + transportation + attractions all included, no more travel planning headaches ✔️ Butler-level Chinese-speaking guide | Accompanying you all the way + handling errands, even Japanese beginners can explore with peace of mind ✔️ Private car transfers | Business car on standby anytime, ready to go even in snowy weather ✔️ Top-tier hot spring hotels | Stay consecutively at 4-5 star high-end onsen inns, soaking in snowy views so beautiful you’ll be speechless ✔️ Peace of mind guarantee | Official travel contract + complimentary PICC travel insurance, travel worry-free! . 🏯【Stay in a snow country hotel straight out of a manga】 💎 Aman Kyoto — A hidden fairyland Exclusive private garden in Higashiyama, open the window to snow-covered pine branches + dry landscape garden Soak in your private bath while watching fine snow fall onto bamboo fences, instantly feeling like you’re in “The Tale of Genji” 💎 Fufu Kyoto — Machiya aesthetics A century-old shop transformed into a Japanese-style inn, warm curtains + lattice windows with snow are super healing Rooms come with cypress wood hot springs, soak while watching snow lanterns light up the courtyard 💎 Fufu Nara — Deer’s snowy path Exclusive access to the heart of Nara Park, step on fresh snow in the morning and greet the deer Soak in the hot spring inside snow-dusted Tang-style architecture, deer silhouettes pass by the window . ❄️ Have a blast! Snow-covered attractions are stunningly beautiful 🔹 Kifune Shrine: After snow, the vermilion torii gates and white flowing water create a path that seems to lead to the divine 🔸 Sanzen-in Temple: Hydrangea leaves pressed by snow into cotton balls, sipping hot roasted tea under the corridor while watching snow fall in the garden 🔹 Kiyomizu-dera: Cherry trees wrapped in silver, standing on the snowy stage overlooking white Kyoto is breathtaking! 🔸 Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka: After snowfall, the old townhouses line the streets, filled with a blend of history and romance 🔹 Fushimi Inari Taisha: Thousands of torii gates wear snow caps, enjoy the vermilion snowy tunnel alone in the early morning 🔸 Eikando Temple: Snow-covered corridors and the Tahoto pagoda form a spectacular view, full of Zen spirit 🔹 Nanzen-ji Temple: The Sanmon gate and Suirokaku aqueduct reach new heights of coolness after snow! The dry landscape garden’s mood is perfect 🔸 Yasaka Shrine: Bustling market mixed with traditional rituals and winter folk customs, the experience is off the charts! 🔹 Kinkaku-ji Temple: The Golden Pavilion reflecting on the snow, mirrored in Kyoko-chi Pond, stunningly beautiful 🔸 Nara Park: Deer step on fresh snow asking for senbei crackers, head pats + snowy photo ops are irresistibly cute 🔹 Todai-ji Temple: The giant wooden structure exudes power! The Buddha statue feels even more sacred with the snowy backdrop! . ❤️ Kansai in the snow season shouldn’t be rushed through in crowded spots! ✅ DM Ono to customize your exclusive snow trip This winter, turn your social feed into a high-end snow country documentary~
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