Hokkaido's Winter is simply superb! May it be the world-famous powder snow, ice sculptures, fun winter sports, or simply the mesmerizing white landscape that catches everybody's attention. Imagine yourself gliding down the slopes of Niseko or Furano, experiencing the thrill of skiing or snowboarding in some of the finest powder snow conditions in the world. Join us on an exciting trip through Japan’s snow paradise and explore the unique Christmas markets, ice festivals, and mystic culture of the native inhabitants of Hokkaido; the Ainu. Don't miss the Sapporo Snow Festival, where you can marvel at intricate ice sculptures and enjoy delicious local cuisine amidst the winter wonderland.
This course is specifically created for our Hokkaido campus to give you full cultural exposure paired with many fun outdoor activities to make the coming Winter an unforgettable journey of a lifetime. From traditional Ainu dance performances to hot spring baths (Onsen) nestled in snowy landscapes, immerse yourself in Hokkaido's rich cultural tapestry while enjoying exhilarating activities like snowshoeing or dog sledding through pristine forests.
We have made sure to keep start and finish dates flexible for the most part to ensure you can plan your Japan adventure with us according to your schedule.
Available during January and February
Flexible Start Dates
Study from 2 weeks to 8 weeks
We can imagine you are as excited as us to start your Winter trip in the Far East. Before filling out our non-binding Study Estimate, have a look at the information below to help you plan your trip.
Decide on a start date (Mondays only)
Choose your end date (Fridays only)
Would you like to book any additional modules or classes?
Do you need an accommodation?
Transformez-vous en une vision d'élégance avec un Kimono et découvrez la beauté des vêtements traditionnels japonais.
Découvrez la paix intérieure à travers la méditation du temple et trouvez l'harmonie dans les environnements calmes.
Ressentez le pouls du Japon avec le Tambour Taiko, canalisant l'énergie et le rythme dans des rythmes puissants d'il y a des siècles.
Plongez dans l'art ancien de la calligraphie japonaise, où les coups de pinceau deviennent des expressions de beauté et de profonde signification philosophique.
Libérez le guerrier Bushido qui sommeille en vous avec « Iaido » ou « Tate », en maîtrisant la discipline et la précision des anciens samouraïs.
Profitez de la beauté et de la magie des festivals d'hiver d'Hokkaido. Rejoignez-nous pour vous amuser entre amis dans la neige blanche de Dreamland.
Régalez vos papilles avec un atelier de cuisine japonaise, maîtrisant les secrets de la cuisine authentique.
Trouvez la tranquillité dans les mouvements gracieux d'une cérémonie du thé, en savourant chaque moment d'immersion culturelle.
Yes, of course! However, total beginners can only start on the first Monday of each month.
Meiji's Winter course takes place during January and February. You can take this course between 2-8 weeks.
They are indeed similar, yet have different components, e.g. special activities and excursions we only offer for the Winter period. There might be some overlapping activities with other modules, but we will ensure you have fun activities for the whole Winter season :)
You will study 20 lessons of Japanese per week, and take 3 cultural or outdoor activities, such as tea ceremony, nearby mountain hiking, park visits, Taiko drumming, Soba making, Katana Sword Training, and many more! Some specific activities will take place on Saturdays depending on the season and availability.
No, some excursions to far away destinations, e.g. Ainu Cultural Center, Otaru Snow Hiking, Asahikawa Snow Festival, Jozankei Hot Spring or Hakodate are separately charged and optional. We will inform you about the exact prices of these trips and you can sign up for them a week in advance.