Morning from Niseko.

Yesterday most of the top areas of the resorts remained closed because of the strong winds so access was limited - and untouched.

This morning I have 4cm of fresh snow to report. If I didn't have to go to Sapporo today, I think I'd by trying to head up to those upper areas first thing.

It is colder once again and for the moment just mostly cloudy. There is a bit of blue sky showing away from the mountain though and some sunshine breaking through at times.

I need to post my report earlier than usual and so no 'at time of opening' status confirmation but I would expect the top areas today to be open.

The next snowfall due perhaps tomorrow night into Thursday.

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Niseko Avalanche Report:

There is no report today.

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Resort specific opening news at time of writing (subject to change during the day):

Niseko Grand Hirafu
Niseko HANAZONO Resort
Niseko Village
Niseko Annupuri
All resort areas appear to be planning to open as normal. Check with resorts!

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Official resort snow depths as of Tuesday 17th January 2017:

Niseko Grand Hirafu & Hanazono
Top - 260cm
Base - 100cm

Niseko Village
Top - 200cm
Base - 120cm

Niseko Annupuri
Top - 210cm
Base - 120cm

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Night skiing is planned until Monday 20th March 2017 at the Niseko Annupuri, Niseko Grand Hirafu and Niseko Village resort areas. There is no nighta in the Hanazono area.