Winter sports refer to a category of athletic activities that are primarily played on snow or ice. These sports typically take place during the winter season and include various events and competitions that require specific skills suited to cold weather conditions. Common winter sports include skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, ice hockey, bobsledding, luge, and figure skating. Participants in winter sports often utilize specialized equipment designed for performance on snow and ice, such as skis, snowboards, skates, and sleds. Winter sports are popular in regions with cold climates and are often featured in winter sporting events, including the Winter Olympics, where athletes compete at an international level.
Hakuba Village, a renowned ski resort in Nagano Prefecture, experiences a surge in international visitors each winter. Local taxi drivers capitalize on the ski season, with some earning over ¥1.5…