ASAHIKAWA, Hokkaido -- The 61st Asahikawa Winter Festival began Feb. 6 right on schedule despite snow shortage fears, but saw fewer foreign visitors on-hand for the opening than usual amid the new ...

Asahikawa Winter Festival. Date: February 6 – 11. Known as the second-largest winter festival in Japan, the Asahikawa Winter Festival captivates visitors with its grand snow sculptures and ice art.