Cross Country Ski Festival in Itsukamachi - 25 Feb

Not everyone skis or snowboards but that doesn't mean that you can't head out into the snow and enjoy the beauty of Snow Country. Cross country skiing is one of those sports that can be enjoyed by anyone. At its simplest it is not much different from walking. If you fancy giving it a shot and surrounding yourself with some like minded people, then the Cross Country Ski Festival in Itsukamachi on 25th February could be one for you.

Itsukamachi Ski Resort is one of the few resorts in the area that doesn't allow snowboarding and it is also one of the best places in the area to cross country ski. Their yearly Cross Country Ski Festival (this is the 23rd time it has been held) has a bunch of different events for all categories and ability levels. It is also part of the weekend long Ski Carnival so there will be lots going on in and around the resort on that weekend.