Hotels in Nozawa Onsen Ski, Japan
Nozawa Onsen is a ski village in Nagano, Japan, famous for its 20+ free public hot springs (onsen) and the steep slopes of Mount Kenashi. Winters bring heavy snowfall and temperatures averaging 20°F to 30°F (-6°C to -1°C), perfect for skiing and soaking in the outdoor baths like the O-yu. In summer, the climate warms to 70°F to 80°F (21°C to 27°C), ideal for hiking through cedar forests to the 1,200-year-old Yomogi shrine, or joining the fire festival Dōsojin in January.