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A few hours traveling by train and car from Osaka brings you to the world's leading snow resort of Hakuba. Winters in Nagano are the best for snow activities as it was the stage for the 1998 Winter Olympics and nearby Okushiga Kogen Ski Resort boasts one of the best powder snow base in Japan. Other popular activities are watching snow monkeys cavort in the many hot springs and a visit to Yudanaka Onsen Town which has a historic open-air bath. After exploring urban Osaka, you shouldn't miss the chance to experience Nagano, the sacred place of Japan for the finest in winter sporting activities.。