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Shizuko's Japan Travel Blog February 2006 Archive

By Shizuko Mishima, About.com Guide to Japan Travel since 1998

Visit Sapporo

Monday February 27, 2006
Sapporo is the capital city of Hokkaido which has over 1.7 million population. It attracts many travelers through the year. Visit Sapporo

Hokkaido in April

Friday February 24, 2006
"Has anyone ever been to Hokkaido in April? Is it a good time to visit? Is the scenery still beautiful? Will it be dangerous to drive? Please share your thoughts ... Read More

When Do Cherry Blossoms Flower?

Wednesday February 22, 2006
Cherry blossoms usually begin blooming in Janurary in Okinawa, and they are at their peak in late March to April in Honshu region. But, cherry blossom flowering dates change every ... Read More

Ume - Plum Blossoms

Monday February 20, 2006
February is the best time for viewing plum blossoms in the Honshu region. There are many parks and gardens to visit. Enjoy the beginning of the spring in Japan. Plum ... Read More

Homestay Gifts

Friday February 17, 2006
"I will be staying in Japan for only one week and am staying with a friend who stayed with me...What kind of gifts should I bring them? I need ideas ... Read More

Japan Travel Deals

Wednesday February 15, 2006
Are you planning to visit Japan soon? Here is a list of Japan tours and air ticket deals to Japan. Japan Travel Deals Cheap Flights in Japan

Japanese Valentine's Day Picture

Monday February 13, 2006
Japanese women buy/make lots of chocolates to give to men on Valentine's Day. Men who received chocolates or gifts on Valentine's day are supposed to give gifts back to the ... Read More

Live Houses?

Friday February 10, 2006
"I'm going to Tokyo, Osaka and Kobe in February. Anyone know of any live houses (clubs) in those areas?" Post your suggestions here

Valentine's Day and Romantic Getaways in Japan

Wednesday February 8, 2006
Many stores in Japan sell lots of chocolates before Valentine's Day. Japanese Valentine's Day is for women to give men chocolates or gifts. Do you want to know more about ... Read More

Nagano - After the Winter Olympics

Monday February 6, 2006
The 2006 Winter Olympics will begin soon. Do you remember the 1998 Winter Olympics held in Nagano? It's cold in Nagano, but there are interesting places to visit there. Nagano ... Read More

Photo Gallery: Sapporo Snow Festival

Saturday February 4, 2006
The annual Sapporo Snow Festival is held from Feb. 6 in Japan. More than 300 large snow statues are exhibited in three sites in Sapporo-city. Visit Sapporo in Hokkaido. ... Read More

Bean Throwing Festival

Friday February 3, 2006
February 3rd, which is one day before risshun (the first day of spring on the lunar calendar), is called Setsubun in Japan. Mame maki, bean throwing ceremonies, are held ... Read More

Sapporo in February

Wednesday February 1, 2006
"I am spending 3 days in Sapporo in February for the snow festival. I am expecting that I will be able to see the snow festival in 1 day. What ... Read More

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