When Does It Start Snowing In Japan -

Let’s break it down by region and month.

But if you are planning a snow holiday—or just hoping to see those iconic postcard scenes of snowy temples in Kyoto—you need to nail the timing. So, when does it actually start snowing in Japan?

If you are chasing the first tracks of the season, look north.

Kyoto gets snow maybe twice a winter. When it happens (usually mid-January to early February), it is a national news event. If you want a snowy temple photo, you have to be flexible and chase the single snow day.