Just when winter felt like it was getting ready to leave, along comes several hours of snow.

We had a bit of snow yesterday. We can only claim 3 cm down at the base, but the resort is reporting 7 cm on top.

Welcome to the last day of operations for the Kitanomine Zone for this season.

A very gray start to spring here in Furano. Not a hint of blue.

A strong spring storm is inhabiting Hokkaido.

Had some snow overnight. Yippee! Again fairly heavy, when compared to the nearly impossible standards here in Furano.

Awoke to see my car covered in snow after three days of fairly warm temps.

Great day for spring skiing in Furano. Just below freezing currently.

We had a bit of snow last night, 9 cm to be precise. Semi-heavy, very packable.

Down to -16 C last night, so there is no danger of any snow melting any time soon.

Certainly cooler today, and the lovely sunshine has just popped out after being in hiding all morning.