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Read moreThe best time to visit Japan is from late March to early April and from September to November. During spring, the country is covered in swathes of cherry blossom trees, while autumn chooses a new palette as tranquil gardens and parks turn a shade of red, orange and gold. As well as the beautiful foliage, the weather is mild during these periods and pleasant for strolling around the sights.
In major cities like Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka, your best bet for immersing yourself in the pink tint of sakura season is at the start of April. It’s not an exact science but generally, the milder the climate, the earlier the blossoms open – so bear this in mind when planning your trip. As well as exploring Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines, public bathhouses (sento) and hot-spring baths (onsen) are one of the most therapeutic ways to immerse yourself in the local culture. Japan is also renowned for its flavourful cuisine, so be sure to fill your plate with sushi, udon noodles and tofu between soaking up the sights.
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Japan in January is a relatively chilly affair with temperatures dropping to around 10°C and many parts of the country experiencing snowfall. But between winter festivals, hot springs and skiing, there are plenty of ways to keep warm. Lower crowds combined with consistently impressive sights make it well worth braving the crisp weather in big cities like Tokyo and Kyoto but bear in mind that a lot of businesses close over the New Year period. If you’re adamant about leaving your coat and umbrella at home, the Okinawa Islands in the southwest enjoy semi-tropical weather all year round, with temperatures of up to 18°C.
The Shōgatsu (New Year) festival kicks off on 1 January when everyone unites to wish good health and prosperity upon one another. Head to a snow art festival to observe beautiful ice sculptures of mythological creatures which are illuminated at night. As January is the coldest month of the year, many also take to the slopes to enjoy skiing or snowboarding, with Hakuba and Niseko two of the most popular resorts.
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As the cold snap continues into February, ski season reaches its peak as blankets of thick, powdery snow are met with more sunshine and slightly warmer temperatures than January. Although the weather is usually sunny and dry, you should pack plenty of warm clothes to cope with the cooler temperatures which average out at around 10°C during the day and 2°C in the evening. There are limited crowds at this time of year, making it a great time to explore the main sights with shorter queues.
February’s highlights include Sapporo’s annual snow festival, attracting two million visitors with its ice sculpting competition, a skating rink and snow slides for kids. Towards the end of the month, plum blossoms begin to appear to signal the start of spring. Head to famous viewing points like Kairaku-en in Mito or Tokyo’s Hanegi Park along with many other gardens and shrines to appreciate the vibrant shades of these colourful trees.
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March’s main draw is undoubtedly the tradition of hanami, which literally means to look at flowers. It won’t take you long to see what all the fuss is about, with the sakura trees popping up in parks, along streets and riversides. The cherry blossom colours begin to peek through at the beginning of March as the reddish hues spread from south to north, but expect a full-on pink parade as the month draws to a close. It's worth checking the cherry blossom forecasts ahead of time if you want to see the country at its most colourful. These will be available between January and February and will be updated weekly throughout the season.
Anime is a big deal in Japan, so if you’re in Tokyo at this time, it’s worth checking out AnimeJapan – the world’s largest festival devoted to this popular animation style. Daytime temperatures average out at an agreeable 13°C, meaning it’s one of the most enjoyable times to visit the country. If you’re going to be out the whole day, you should pack a relatively warm coat or jumper to wrap up in during the evenings when it gets a bit fresher.
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A surge of warmer weather throughout the country means April is the ideal time to visit any part of Japan. Cherry blossom season hits its stride in cities like Tokyo and Kyoto, and southern Okinawa’s beach resorts are open for business. While temperatures average out to 19°C during the day, you’ll still want to wear something warmer in the evening when it can get quite chilly.
Die-hard winter sports enthusiasts can still hit the slopes in some resorts, like Niseko which caters for spring skiing. If you’re keen to appreciate the beauty of cherry blossom season in full swing, Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto offer some of the best hanami (blossom viewing) as flushes of pink cover streets, parks and shrines. However, there are thousands of spots across the country to observe sakura (cherry trees) in bloom. Beware that crowds will swell during Golden Week (29th April to early May) when a number of Japanese holidays take place.
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As Golden Week festivities spill over into the first week of May, cherry blossoms are at their pinkish peak in the northern region of Hokkaido and average temperatures creep up to a pleasant 23°C. Many Japanese people take the week off work so expect public transport and parks to be busy.
Once the crowds have dispersed, you can enjoy a relatively roomy exploration around main cities like Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto and enjoy the t-shirt worthy weather. With ski season officially over, hiking is the best way to keep active, with Hokkaido’s mountains and various national parks the best spots for a scenic stroll. Tokyo is filled with festivals during May, including the wild weekend-long Sanja Matsuri where around 100 portable shrines are paraded through the streets. The tail end of the month sees the hugely popular Roppongi Art Night put on its weekend of outdoor installations and live performances, turning the area into one big open-air gallery.
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By late June, the rainy season (‘tsuyu’) affects most of Japan so packing a waterproof coat and umbrella is strongly advised. The northernmost islands of Hokkaido are the one part of Japan which escape the showers, enjoying sunny weather for most of the month. Down south it will be fairly hot and humid, with rain falling in sporadic tropical downpours and temperatures around 26°C.
Despite the wet weather in central and southern Japan, there’s still plenty to see and do in the big cities. It’s an ideal time to make use of the traditional hot springs known as onsen, where you can soak in geothermally heated waters rich in minerals. There are also plenty of free festivals going on across the country, such as Hyakumangoku Matsuri in Kanazawa where you can observe traditional 16th-century costumes and folk dancing.
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By July, sunny days are frequent in the north and south, making it perfect for mountain excursions or snorkelling around the Okinawa Islands. Honshu and central Japan are a soggier affair as the rainy season continues. Although it can get very hot and humid in most parts of the country, you can find cooler weather in the northern regions like Hokkaido where temperatures average out to 21°C.
Climbing season officially begins in July, when adventurous types tackle Mount Fuji – the country’s highest peak at 3,776 metres. If you’re around on the last weekend of July, you can catch some of the biggest music acts at Fuji Rock Festival. It’s also the time for popular summer festivals like Gion Matsuri in Kyoto, Tenjin Matsuri in Osaka and hundreds of ‘hanabi taikai’ (fireworks shows) held across the country.
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A combination of hot, humid weather, school holidays and the start of typhoon season means a visit in August can be quite hectic and overcrowded. Temperatures range between 35°C and 23°C, so be sure to pack plenty of breathable lightweight clothing. The beaches in Ishikari, just outside Sapporo, are very popular this time of year and experience lower humidity than other parts of Japan thanks to the island’s higher altitude.
Due to the sticky and unpleasant weather, it's best to avoid central cities like Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto, but they still host some spectacular fireworks festivals which are worth checking out if you’re in town. Climbing season is still in full swing, so excursions up to Mount Fuji are still very popular at this time, but expect busy trails during Obon week – one of Japan’s three main holiday seasons.
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Harsh weather conditions and limited travel options make September a month to avoid for travellers visiting Japan. Although the weather is generally less hot and humid, peak typhoon season will be occurring and usually hits the coasts of Okinawa, Kyushu and Shikoku with hard rain and high winds. With this in mind, always carry an umbrella and check weather forecasts before you head out.
In the north you can experience the first signs of autumn creeping through in Hokkaido’s National Parks, as the leaves turn beautiful shades of red and orange. If you’re in Osaka in the third weekend of September then you’ll witness one of its most energetic festivals – Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri, while full moon gatherings known as ‘tsukimi’ take place all over the country.
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October is one of the best times to visit Japan as typhoon season and rainy weather make way for pretty autumn scenery, warm days and mild evenings. Head to Hokkaido’s National Parks to make the most of the season’s glorious shades of red, orange and gold, with O-numa Quasi National Park offering some of the most colourful foliage. Average temperatures range between 22°C and 14°C across all regions, so there’s no need to layer up while you’re exploring.
The pleasant weather brings a big haul of festivities to all corners of the country, including the Matsue Suitōro festival of water and light, Tokyo’s annual performing arts festival (Festival/Tokyo) and Yokohama Oktoberfest. Halloween is also a big deal in Japan, so expect to see thousands of creative costumes around squares and parks come 31 October. Events include flash mobs, street parties and even zombie runs.
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The sunny weather and wonderfully photogenic autumnal scenery make November one of the best months to visit Japan. Things start to get a little cooler at this time of year, so be sure to pack some extra layers to cope with cooler evenings, particularly if you’re visiting the northernmost island of Hokkaido which drops to around 8°C. The warmest weather can be found in the southern Okinawa Islands, with an average temperature of 22°C.
Mid-November sees the traditional festival of Shichi-Go-San (‘7-5-3’) take place where girls aged seven and three and boys aged five don colourful kimonos and receive blessings at Shinto shrines. You can also catch the last sumo wrestling tournament of the year at Fukuoka as the Kyushu Basho event wows crowds at the Fukuoka Kokusai Center. Kyoto is also worth a visit around this time as its temples and gardens are filled with postcard-perfect scenery.
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The winter chill is well underway by this time of the year, ushering in the first snowfall, festive illuminations and the start of the ski season in Hokkaido. Average temperatures range between 12°C and 4°C and days are shorter with sunset in Tokyo taking place around 16:30. On the southwest islands, you can still enjoy mild weather reaching 20°C and beaches will be all but empty, but the water may be too cold for more than dipping your toe in.
Many shrines hold New Year’s Eve events on 31 December, and eating buckwheat noodles is a tasty tradition known as ‘toshikoshi soba’ – said to bring luck and longevity to those with the longest noodles. At midnight, temple bells around the country ring out 108 times as part of Joya-no-kane, an annual purifying ritual. Despite the fun festivities, it’s worth bearing in mind that this period is one of the three major travel seasons in Japan, so many businesses may be closed or open for limited hours. Expect transport to be more crowded as well.
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Although Japan’s climates and weather patterns vary a lot across its regions, the spring season between March and May is always a safe bet to explore this enchanting country. To give you an idea of how the season pans out weather-wise, Tokyo’s average temperature is around 13°C in March, steadily climbing up to 18.5°C in April and 23°C in May. If you’re visiting at the start of the season, it’s best to pack something a bit warmer for the cooler evenings.
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| Osaka | High | 9°C | 9°C | 14°C | 19°C | 25°C | 27°C | 31°C | 33°C | 28°C | 23°C | 17°C | 11°C |
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| Kyoto | High | 8°C | 8°C | 14°C | 19°C | 25°C | 27°C | 32°C | 33°C | 28°C | 23°C | 16°C | 10°C |
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| Sapporo | High | -2°C | -1°C | 4°C | 11°C | 17°C | 21°C | 26°C | 26°C | 23°C | 15°C | 9°C | 2°C |
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Niseko is a great place to ski and felt magical over Christmas.
Makuhari Messe and surrounds Easy to/from airports
We went to Kanazawa during New Year's, and everything was closed. Luckily the hotel staff was very helpful in finding alternative ways to enjoy our stay.
Myoko is a traditional place famous for onsen. Snow is much enough for skiing, but the resorts are relatively small. Not many restaurants in the slopes. Small town and hotel price is a little higher if there is onsen on site.
Kyoto has numerous beautiful temples, shrines and gardens. Most important and beautiful ones that we liked were Kiyomizudera, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kinkakuji temple and Tenryu-ji temple, apart from the Arashiyama bamboo groove. Sannen-zaka and Ninnen-zaka were beautiful too (near Kiyomizudera) and felt like old world charm of Kyoto.
A relaxed, vibrant, peaceful central area, I really enjoyed walking around and seeing the sights and stopping at cafes
Ishigaki island has a lot to offer - beaches, culture, hiking, mangroves, and even monkeys. It is conveniently located to go to other nearby islands by ferry too. Definitely coming back!
I liked that you can get around in short time and still have a big variety of things you can do. I was there in Feb and no watersports was possible for me as it was too cold. Went to Karibe for a walk and to Iriomote for a bike ride.
I love Shirakawago in all seasons. Winter was amazing. Gassho-zukuri houses in the snow was just breathtaking. Just walking around the town, so many postcard views. Staying in Gassho-zukuri minshuku was also a special experience. Traditional Japanese meals were nostalgic and heart-warming.
kyoto has concentration of Japanese old architecture and culture. There are so many to see.
Easy access to the mountain as we were there for the snow. Eating out wasn't the easiest to get a booking. Cafes were great and coffee was really good.
I like the food choices best. Osaka is way cheaper than Tokyo so you'll get more value for your money
There is lots to do around the Okuhida Onsen region. There are several different Onsen towns. We were only able to visit Fukui Onsen and Hirayu Onsen and they were both great. You do have to catch the public bus around so make sure that you know the bus timetables. Apart from the baths you can also go to places like the Shinhotaka Ropeway and several nature walks. We went to the Hirayu waterfall which was beautiful even after the snow started melting.
Great place to visit. Easy to walk round & see the Atomic Bomb Dome, Peace Park, museum, castle etc. Tram stop outside hotel & easy to get to Miyajima Island. Went for the day & did Rickshaw ride & Cultural Experience. Both were great & loved the dear wandering freely.
We enjoyed the whole from Tokyo-Mt. Fuji-Kyoto-Osaka. It's snowing on the first day arrived at Mt. Fuji. We're so lucky that the next day morning's weather is clear and able to see the atmospheric views of Mt. Fuji just right beside our room. We loved the food in Osaka, but I realized so much rubbish along the street compared to a few years ago.
Environment was clean and friendly. Love this place in Cherry blossom season. Many nice eating places around the city.
Awesome city, its big and a little daunting at first, but you'll be amazed at the sheer amount of things, and variety of things you can do. You have to visit. I recommend Kikanbo ramen near Akihabara, its a spicy ramen that will change your life. Team lab Planets and the other attractions in Odaiba are amazing. Of course, visiting Asakusa, shibuya, shinjuku and anything along the Yamanote line will have its own unique experience so its recommended to see everything.
Lots of good local izakayas and bars. The area is more laid back and residential than Lake Kawaguchiko proper. A car is necessary due to bus lines only making a few stops and service ending early. Be warned that restaurants may also close early at 7 or 8pm. Though there are some that stay open until 11pm.
Lovely beaches and best for relaxing. A few nice attractions too. Not convenient to travel around without a car, which is applicable to the whole island.
Amazing stay at Osaka, very well connected by public transport. Great food. Stitenno-ji Temple, Sumiyoshi Taisha was amazing so was just roaming around Dotomburi, Shinsekai, Osaka Castle.
Brilliant traditional hotel on the way up the Kotohira path to the shrine up the hill We enjoyed the hot onsen. The futon beds were fine and the bedroom was large and spacious,
Couldn’t recommend Tokyo enough! There’s so much to do within the city and lots of day trips that can be taken if you want to explore a little farther. Getting around is really convenient and easy, lots of food options to suit your budget, and the people are wonderful.
Tokyo is one of the most fascinating cities in the world. Where tradition and ancient arts meets modernity and tech. I love everything about this city. I could wander it for weeks. Highly recommend the frenzy of Shinjiku, the fun of Shibuya, the coolness of Shimokitazawa, the wanderings of Harajuku, the food, the temples, the gardens and the options... all the options. I absolutely love Tokyo.
Osaka is well supported by it's public transport system. It takes a while to work out the shopping in Osaka but there is plenty on offer. Lots of easy day trips from Osaka and the streets are not too crowded.
Walking the streets and morning market along riverbank was lovely. Hida Folk village (700y pp) a must, Sarubobo bus to village (100y each ride). Lovely little city in general. Look into bus travel around city, very cheap.
Tokyo is nice for its food and shopping and mount Fuji
Nice city , hope next time can stay longer and visit more places
I arrived with zero expectations but left with a goal to return permanently in the near future. The people are so polite and respectful, the streets clean, and the train services were extremely reliable. Goes without saying that the food was incredible too, and great value for money in most cases. My only regret is not spending more time in the city to explore more of its districts.
Interesting place with some nice museums, gardens and temples. There were lots of interesting shops near where we stayed in Motomachi. We could have spent more time exploring the shops and we will go back.
Lots to see in city, as well as an ideal location to day trip to Osaka and Nara.
fabulous tokyo, everything is so beautiful and delicious. will come back
There is a lot to see in Tokyo So I would pace yourself. Don’t feel you can’t just eat at those small 5 bench seat restaurants, they are terrific. Studio Ghibli is a must so book early. Generally, we had a terrific time but suica and jr pass situations got me confused! Buses are direct and east to use.
Matsuyama is such a friendly city. Everyone was so kind. I love the feeling of being in the city.
Best city in the world to fit everything you need and desire for traveller
It is a very nice city sounded by rich cultural places and a lot of restaurants.
Tokyo is simply amazing, so many sights to see, things to do and the food is excellent.
Furano is a magical land full of beautiful flower fields and stunning landscapes, the most famous of which is Farm Tomita and its Lavender Ice-cream. Flowerland Kamifurano is just as nice. Not to be outdone is nearby Biei with its picturesque Blue Pond and breathtaking Shirahige Falls. The whole area is a photo bug's dream come true with beautiful shots everywhere you turn.
Hakone is a peaceful outstation 85km from Tokyo. we drove there by car and also when to Gotemba from there. The place itself was beautiful and had good eateries and the shopping outlets were exquisite and well priced making the experience remarkable!
A great place indeed, neat and lovely! The view is superb! The hosts/owners are very friendly and accommodating. I will definitely comeback here :)
You could spent an infinite amount of time in Tokyo and never run out of things to do. However, the absolute musts would be exploring Asakusa, Shinjuku, and Shibuya. Personally, I'd also add visiting a teamlab exhibit and doing some sort of quirky Tokyo activity to the must-do list.
Kyoto is absolutely gorgeous. I could have spent days there just savoring the atmosphere. I went in summer, and the weather was the nicest out of Tokyo and Osaka, and in my opinion, the people were the friendliest out of every where in Japan. There is so much to see that you could write different itineraries for days after days and not run out of things to do, however, I would allocate at least 3 full days in Kyoto (not including day trips).
Osaka is Spectacular. Beautiful clean city. Locals are friendly and polite
It's a real Japan, very calm and interesting place
It's a city that's beyond my expectation. You can find beautiful garden, castle, old district, museum and lively market in the city. People here are super friendly. Wish i could stay here longer.
Lovely village with plenty of eateries, convenience stores and amazing scenery. Lovely position at the edge of the lake, train station, close to Fuji and Fuji Q Highland. Even has a well stocked toy shop and a delicious pizza restaurant. Would definitely recommend a few days up here in the mountains.
It was too hot this time but a a good place to chill out in the evening.
Ueno and Musashi-Koyama. Disney Land and Sea for kids. Google maps to get around. Renting mobile WiFi was a lot of help.
Naha is a beautiful place, filled with warm and friendly people - everyone was super helpful and nice! Fun stuff to do, good shopping.
Brilliant and true Japan. A must see for any visitor, with great people, food and things to do both in the city and surrounding areas.
Amazing city, great food, shopping and lots to do!
Biggest city on earth with something for everyone. Super clean, great food everywhere, always something delightful around the corner if you go exploring. I have stumbled across so many amazing art galleries, shows, restaurants, festivals, incredibly unique shops simply from walking around, no advanced internet sleuthing required. One of the best cities to just get lost in (make sure you have mobile internet to find your way back home though!)
Most fun city in Japan, 249 years running. Perhaps the fact that I don’t live there helps keep it special, but I have a blast every time I go.
Beautiful ancient city. For transportation they use bus mostly. I like all the shrine and beautiful natures.
It is a nice town, I travelled here in the summer even though it is famous for skiing in the winter I found that there were still a lot of things to do around town. Just walking around and taking in the scenery is fun. It is rather easy to get around town as the distances are not too long. I highly recommend Yuzawa to anyone, for skiing in the winter and for escaping the heat in the muggy summer months.
Shinjuku is easy to navigate around and central to visit other parts of Tokyo easily on the Yamamote train line. Trains are a cheap and reliable way to move around.
It is very pleasant city and super friendly peoplr
Depends what you like - it's a big city. It's easy to get around on excellent buses, trains and metro. There's water to be found and there's gardens to be found so it needn't all be hustle and bustle. Get stuck into the food variations.
Ashi lake was so nice and had many nice things to do, taking the cruise to Togendai-ko, then taking the Ropways to Owakudani to the mountain, and eating the BLACK eggs.
Very nice nature, breathtaking views. Renting a car is recommended.
Great food, nice scenery, interesting history, all in all a great place to visit.
The town of Mihara is the starting point of Seto Inland Sea cruise on the "Sea Spica" fast tourist craft, visiting various attractive locations along the coast before arriving at Hiroshima port: the "Rabbit island" of Okunoshima, historic town of Itarai and Kure naval base. The port of Mihara is but a 5 minute walk from the Shinkansen station, and there are various shopping and dining options close by.
We were advised to get to Narita the day before our early morning flight the next day. Glad we did it. Narita is a charming little town with a street that has historic value and good restaurants (Sushi Edokko and Kikuya restaurant deserve mention!). We even went to an onsen (Yamato-no-yu public bath) in the afternoon to soothe our aching bodies. The next morning we took the hotel shuttle bus to the airport and got there well before 7am in time for our 9am flight.
The buffet breakfast was very nice. There is a laundry area.free flow of green tea at lobby which I love. Check in is fast. Enough parking space.
Osaka is a slower paced city compared to Tokyo with people talking to each-other in the trains. I like that people are warmer than in the capital. I also felt like overall, the city needed to start hosting travelers and promote the tourism. Signs at the train stations are much better than 10 years ago for sure. Stayed 1.5 days in USJ and stopped by the Aquarium on my way out. My visit to Osaka cannot miss the okonomiyaki at Fugetsu.
My favorite city. It is not country but not too crowded like Tokyo. Kobe is the gourmet city and so many delicious food all over. There is the Rokko mountain and ocean in the city. You can access both places very easy and quick. Both has the beautiful view. So many things to do in Kobe.
Food and shopping are what I enjoyed most in Osaka. And that I refer especially to Japanese products.
Easy stopover before going to Shirakawago. I went to Nagoya castle, Christmas market which was quite nice. The 🐥 pudding is super cute. Unfortunately Museum Meiji-Mura is closed during our visit. Easy access to Inyuma and there is another castle to visit.
Central location to visit Kobe, Nara and Kyoto for day tours. Osaka has its own charms which can be explored. Best to spend 1-2 days per prefecture. If you’re doing USJ, add another day.
Impressed by the powder snow! My family and I enjoyed our first ski experience at the ichinose family ski resort. It’s recommended to sign up for the ski lesson if you’re first-timer.
Month of December (mid) are excellent for those that like illumination. Ashikaga Flower Park, Tokyo Mega illumination and Nabana No Sato are the top 3. Plenty to see and do in Tokyo. Food variety are a lot to choose from. You can get to almost anywhere in Tokyo (99%) with public transport (train+Bus). Google map works very well and the information provided are very accurate
It is our most favorite place to visit in Japan. Enchanted always!
Looked like a winter wonderland. Loads of snow, village atmosphere, lots of restaurants. Variety of different ski resorts, with free shuttle bus. My pension had an onset bath which was great after a day on the slopes. 7-eleven was well stocked if wanted to eat well on a budget. Loved every minute.
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