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The bus pulled out of Shinjuku a little after 10am, and with clouds parting for peeks of sunlight, it looked to be a fine day for a snow romp. But although I say "romp", think of it as more of a fun play in the snow for kids, or a gentle introduction to snow for adults. With a Thomas the Tank Engine train ride, a genuinely delicious lunch and pretty lights, the whole family can enjoy this modest day out.
Stop 1: Fujiten Snow Resort
The sun was shining rather brightly by the time we arrived at Fujiten Snow Resort around 11:30am, allowing for a magnificent view of the Minami Alps and Mt. Fuji itself. We were given instructions to return to the bus at 1pm before being led straight to 'Chibikko (kids) Island', a section of the snow resort with gentle and safe slopes for children to play in. The staff handed the groups a light plastic sled, one for each pair, and were left to our devices for the next one and a half hours. I watched the kids screaming in delight as they rode their sleds down the slippery slopes, sometimes rolling, s...