Dreaming in Hokkaido’s diamond dust

Step into Japan’s icy wonderland, where the crisp chill of winter meets the magical call of fairies. This is not just a trip — it’s an experience that stirs the soul.

If China is often seen as a mysterious enchantress, then Japan is the shy yet graceful muse of the East. When spring arrives, the country bursts into life with countless festivals to welcome the new year.

Beyond traditions that have been cherished for centuries, Japan also offers modern marvels — like the mesmerizing diamond dust phenomenon in Hokkaido, where sparkling ice crystals dance in the sunlight, creating a scene straight out of a fairytale.

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According to Hokkaido legend, diamond dust is the footprints of fairies. During the freezing winter days, they are sent down to earth to help wanderers and travelers who have not yet returned home in the snow.
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Diamond dust is formed when falling snow crystals or condensed water vapor in the air falls on the ground at the right moment when the sunlight reflects.
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The water vapor in the atmosphere creates a mist that sparkles like real diamonds.
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The Japanese believe that Mother Nature created this natural wonder to compensate for the country’s lack of national resources.
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This is just a simple phenomenon that has been scientifically explained, but it is a spiritual asset of immense value to the people of Hokkaido.

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Young people created the diamond dust “wave” and introduced this extraordinary beauty beyond the borders of Japan only about 30 years ago.
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The first “Fairy Whispering Gathering” was held in 1987. Since then, Japanese and foreign tourists have tried to schedule their trips to Hokkaido around this time to enjoy this natural wonder.

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As the sparkling diamond dust slowly fades into the crisp winter air, what lingers is not only the breathtaking beauty of Hokkaido’s mountains, but also the quiet serenity it leaves in your heart. Here, nature doesn’t just reveal itself — it whispers, it glimmers, and it invites you to pause, to breathe, and to dream. For those who seek both wonder and tranquility, Hokkaido is not just a destination, but a gentle reminder that magic still exists in the world.

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