Independent snow and weather reporting from the Madarao region of Nagano New snowfall at base 20cm Snowfall at base this season 614cm Weather overview Overcast Wind Moderate Temperature - Visibility Varied Posted on Saturday 9th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Madarao Now report can be found here . It's a good start to the weekend. Around 20cm or so of fresh snow overnight with more due through tomorrow. As of 8:30am it is not snowing and there is even a hint of the sun breaking through, so I wonder how the day will turn out. The brighter vibes might be temporary. Monday is currently forecast to be sunny. Sounds like it might be a good day to take a holiday! Madarao Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Saturday 9th March 2024 Total snowfall at base 614cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 50 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 56cm (on 8th January) November 2023 snowfall 33cm reported on 4 days December 2023 snowfall 95cm reported on 8 days January 2024 snowfall 227cm reported on 16 days February 2024 snowfall 139cm reported on 14 days March 2024 snowfall 120cm reported on 8 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Madarao. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Zao region of Yamagata New snowfall at base 6cm Snowfall at base this season 429cm Posted on Saturday 9th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Zao Now report can be found here . Good morning. White-out early on this morning. Not too much accumulation, but the winds are strong and blowing the little bit of snow around. It is also foggy and I can't see any runs at time of writing. Light snow might continue over the weekend with perhaps some sunshine due on Monday. Zao Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Saturday 9th March 2024 Total snowfall at base 429cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 58 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 39cm (on 25th January) November 2023 snowfall 32cm observed on 4 days December 2023 snowfall 66cm observed on 14 days January 2024 snowfall 176cm observed on 19 days February 2024 snowfall 92cm observed on 13 days March 2024 snowfall 63cm observed on 8 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Zao Onsen. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 18cm Snowfall at base this season 567cm Posted on Saturday 9th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . Good morning from Shiga Kogen as the mid-winter-like early March continues to deliver. It's cold. It's snowy. It's quite windy too. Kumanoyu: 15cm (7am) Yakebitaiyama: 10cm (3am...there will be lots more since then) I'm guessing there might be 30+cm out there on the slopes this morning. Perhaps even more. Whatever the number, there's some good fresh snow out there with more expected today and into tomorrow. Shiga Kogen Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Saturday 9th March 2024 Total snowfall at base 567cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 65 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 50cm (16th January) November 2023 snowfall 32cm reported on 8 days December 2023 snowfall 95cm reported on 13 days January 2024 snowfall 259cm reported on 21 days February 2024 snowfall 115cm reported on 15 days March 2024 snowfall 66cm reported on 8 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Shiga Kogen. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Myoko region of Niigata New snowfall at base 28cm Snowfall at base this season 933cm Posted on Saturday 9th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . Nice snow overnight, with some pretty strong winds overnight and at times this morning. Great snow, but be ready for some lift closures if it starts to blow again, and it looks like the wind will get increasingly strong midday. Once again, too, if you're going backcountry, really think twice about heading into steep, open terrain. High winds and lots of snow are big red flags; we've had enough accidents this year! We want you safe, so pick gentle terrain in the trees if you do go out. And, frankly, a lot of you "I never ski groomed" folks could really work on your turns! Carving a perfect arc is right up there with overhead powder in the feels-good category. The Yama no Kami mini-festival happens at the little shrine next to the Hotel No. 2 lift at 11 this morning. The hotel is giving away a whole bunch of wooden masu cups, with saké in it for the kampai! of course. Akakura Kanko: 250cm, -6° Akakura Onsen: 265cm, -4° Ikenotaira Onsen Alpen Blick: 200cm, -7° Myoko Suginohara: 180cm, -10° (yesterday's report) Kyukamura RunRun: 220cm, -2° Seki Onsen: 280cm, -5° Tangram Madarao Tokyu Resort: 150cm, -3° Madarao Mountain Resort: 200cm, -7° Lotte Arai Resort: 407cm, 2.8° Kurohime Kogen Snow Park: 100cm, -5° (up to a meter snowpack!) Myoko Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Saturday 9th March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 933cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 53 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 70cm (8th January) November 2023 snowfall 42cm reported on 1 day December 2023 snowfall 135cm reported on 9 days January 2024 snowfall 404cm reported on 19 days February 2024 snowfall 218 cm reported on 17 days March 2024 snowfall 134cm reported on 7 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Myoko. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 19cm Snowfall at base this season 479cm Posted on Saturday 9th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Good morning from Naeba. 19cm of snowfall overnight and a cold morning. We actually had some blue sky early morning. It has been clouding over since then with a return to light snow. It is a bit windy with the Tashiro Area of Kagura closed, so the Dragondola is too. The Number 1 gondola was scheduled to be open today but is not at the moment. More snow due into tomorrow! Very nice conditions. Naeba Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Saturday 9th March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 479cm Number of days snowfall observed 35 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 50cm (23rd December) * total over the days before 23rd December 2023 snowfall 58cm observed on 3 days January 2024 snowfall 260cm observed on 14 days February 2024 snowfall 101cm observed on 11 days March 2024 snowfall 60cm observed on 7 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Naeba. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Niseko region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 1cm Snowfall at base this season 846cm Posted on Friday 8th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Niseko Now report can be found here Just 1cm to report this morning, but that was from yesterday morning post-report. This Friday morning is starting largely clear and sunny. It's a beautiful morning. If it keeps cold, conditions should remain pretty decent. And it's always a treat to get these blue skies and sun. We might be back to some fresh snow tomorrow, though I wouldn't expect much. ------------------ Niseko Avalanche Report Mountain Base 6am: -10°, no new snow, sunny. Moiwa 800m: -9°, SE2.5m/s , calm. Mikaeri 764m: -10°, SSE1.3m/s, sunny. Annupuri 1100m: -12.7°, WNW0.0m/s, sunny. Village 1000: -11.0°, SSE2.5m/s. Hanazono 1000m: -12.2°, ENE6.1m/s. Hanazono 3 : -9.2°, S0.0m/s, sunny. Coastal data: Benkei Cape: S4m/s. Kamui Cape S4m/s, 1015hPa, wave 0.8m. There is no atmospheric pressure gradient, and both the sea and the mountains are calm. The mountains are covered in fresh snow from yesterday's snowfall. Winds moderate and there is no significant snowdrift development above 1000m. The general avalanche risk is low. Each gate is expected to be open. Moiwa Gate 10 is currently under consideration to be permanently closed due to the frequent number of accidents caused by beginners in the Anbetsu area. In order to keep Gate 10 open, we need the cooperation of locals and enthusiasts. For now, we ask that you respect the Niseko rules and cooperate with the patrol. If everyone works together we can keep Gate 10 open. Outside of the gates is not part of the ski area and there is always great dangers lurking there. A strong awareness is required for those who ride out of bounds. This is a ski resort and if you want to ride the lifts you are obligated to follow the rules. The snow is still miraculously good. Did you have a beacon? Have a nice day. Niseko Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Friday 8th March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 846cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 85 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 62cm (8th January) November 2023 snowfall 120cm reported on 11 days December 2023 snowfall 247cm reported on 24 days January 2024 snowfall 298cm reported on 24 days February 2024 snowfall 144cm reported on 20 days March 2024 snowfall 37cm reported on 6 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Kutchan/Niseko. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Geto Kogen region of Iwate New snowfall at base 3cm Snowfall at base this season 1039cm Posted on Friday 8th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Geto Kogen Now report can be found here . Morning from Geto Kogen. Some light snow falling this morning and a few cm to report. Snow is still forecast for tomorrow. Let's have another Geto Kogen like dump, please! Lifts operating (planned): All scheduled lifts operating. The Number 2 Gondola and Number 2 pair lift do not normally operate on weekdays in March. Runs open (planned): Main ski runs open. Available tree run courses: All except Extreme and Cascade. Subject to change after inspection. Official snow depth (reported by the ski area): 310cm (top) 230cm (base) Geto Kogen Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Friday 8th March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 1039cm Number of days snowfall observed 65 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 73cm (on 30th November) November 2023 snowfall 138cm observed on 5 days December 2023 snowfall 243cm observed on 16 days January 2024 snowfall 382cm observed on 21 days February 2024 snowfall 95cm observed on 16 days March 2024 snowfall 181cm observed on 7 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Geto Kogen. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Zao region of Yamagata New snowfall at base 5cm Snowfall at base this season 423cm Posted on Friday 8th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Zao Now report can be found here . There are cloudy skies and fog at Zao this morning, but just look at the photos below, taken yesterday. Nice surprise! And... more snow due over the coming several days. Zao Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Friday 8th March 2024 Total snowfall at base 423cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 57 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 39cm (on 25th January) November 2023 snowfall 32cm observed on 4 days December 2023 snowfall 66cm observed on 14 days January 2024 snowfall 176cm observed on 19 days February 2024 snowfall 92cm observed on 13 days March 2024 snowfall 57cm observed on 7 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Zao Onsen. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Niseko region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 4cm Snowfall at base this season 845cm Posted on Thursday 7th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Niseko Now report can be found here Good morning from Niseko. I feel this is an unexpected surprise, but as I put this report together there are some very nice big flakes of snow falling and coming down at quite the rate too. Very nice, though it doesn't seem likely to continue... if forecasts are correct. ------------------ Someone cheekily asked if I spend all my free time watching TV - no doubt after all my recent comments about TV reports on inbound tourism (like yesterday). In that respect, it's a fair question I am happy to answer. In terms of normal TV (as opposed to streaming or other media), I don't watch much at all, really. I usually have the news on in the early morning as I prepare my coffee and toast, and then again flick through the channels in the evening. There is actually one Japanese TV show that I do enjoy watching, but I will refrain from naming it out of mild embarrassment. I suppose with my limited TV watching, there are probably more of these reports that I probably miss! ------------------ Niseko Avalanche Report Mountain base: -8℃, trace new snow, good visibility. Moiwa800m: -7.8℃, NNW7.3m/s, small snowdrift development. Mikaeri 764m: -8℃, NW0.9m/s, 5cm new snow. Annupuri1100m: -11℃, WNW6.6m/s, small snowdrift development. Village 1000m: -9.7℃, WSW4.5m/s. Hirafu Hanazono1000m: -10.9℃, WSW5.0m/s. Coastal data: Benkei cape NW6m/s, Kamui cape ENE2m/s, 1015hPa, 0.6m waves. The atmospheric pressure gradient is flat and the weather is calm over the mountains and the sea. Weak snowfall continues as cold air is flowing in. According to observations and tests, snowdrift development is small, the avalanche risk on the slopes under 1000m elevation is low. All the gates are scheduled to open. Please follow the ski patrol’s instructions. Have the beacon with you, it may save you as well as your friends. Outside of the gates are not ski resorts. Do not casually follow someone else to go outside of the gates. Repeat, it is not a ski resort once you step out of the gates. Do not ride simultaneously. Do not traverse across knoll and cornice slopes. Some parts of those slopes are prone to shallow surface slab avalanches. Cracks are slowly formed this year due to low snowfall. However there are signs of cracks so be careful of falling into them and into creeks. Some cracks are caused by geothermal heat. It is dangerous if you fall from head first. Avoid going out of the gates alone. The number of people who do not know the rules is increasing again. Persistently make sure everyone is aware of the Niseko Rules. Do not duck ropes. Do not stay in the gully bottoms at any time. Snow is still good. ------------------ Individual ski area information for Thursday 7th March 2024 The below snow depth and snowfall numbers are manually checked each morning from official sources. Lift information is the planned operations for the day at the time of writing and subject to change. Niseko Tokyu Grand Hirafu Official 24 hours snowfall (reported by the ski area): - Peak: 5cm - Base: 0cm Official snow depth (reported by the ski area): - Peak: 305cm (-5cm since yesterday) - Base: 100cm (no change since yesterday) Lifts (scheduled): - All lifts apart from King Number 1 pair and King Number 2 quad (normal operations) - The Ace Family quad, Ace Number 2 quad (Center Four), Hirafu Gondola and Holiday Number 1 pair lifts are scheduled to be open until 7:00pm ------------------ Niseko HANAZONO Resort Official 24 hours snowfall (reported by the ski area): - Peak: 5cm - Base: 3cm Official snow depth (reported by the ski area): - Peak: 257cm (-1cm since yesterday) - Base: 175cm (no change since yesterday) Lifts (scheduled): - All lifts - The Hanazono Symphony Gondola is scheduled to be open until 7:00pm ------------------ Niseko Annupuri Kokusai Official snow depth (reported by the ski area): - Peak: 220cm (no change since yesterday) - Base: 140cm (no change since yesterday) Lifts (scheduled): - All lifts - The Jumbo Number 1 quad lift is scheduled to be open until 7:30pm ------------------ Niseko Village Ski Resort Official snow depth (reported by the ski area): - Peak: 231cm (-5cm since yesterday) - Base: 140cm (-3cm since yesterday) Lifts (scheduled): - All lifts apart from Country Road - The Upper Village Gondola, Village Express and Banzai Chair are scheduled to be open until 7:00pm Niseko Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Thursday 7th March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 845cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 84 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 62cm (8th January) November 2023 snowfall 120cm reported on 11 days December 2023 snowfall 247cm reported on 24 days January 2024 snowfall 298cm reported on 24 days February 2024 snowfall 144cm reported on 20 days March 2024 snowfall 36cm reported on 5 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Kutchan/Niseko. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Madarao region of Nagano New snowfall at base 6cm Snowfall at base this season 594cm Weather overview Light snow Wind Light Temperature - Visibility Varied Posted on Thursday 7th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Madarao Now report can be found here . Morning. Mostly cloudy and foggy early morning and perhaps some sun during the day, and maybe tomorrow too. Snow is still due around Saturday. In the meantime, around 5+cm since yesterday so it should be a good morning. Madarao Mountain Resort - Fresh snowfall reported by the ski area: 5cm - All lifts operating apart from Number 3 and Number 5 - Tree runs that are open: All appear to be planning on opening - Official snow depth: 195cm Tangram Ski Circus - All five lifts are operating - Official snow depth: 130cm Madarao Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Thursday 7th March 2024 Total snowfall at base 594cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 49 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 56cm (on 8th January) November 2023 snowfall 33cm reported on 4 days December 2023 snowfall 95cm reported on 8 days January 2024 snowfall 227cm reported on 16 days February 2024 snowfall 139cm reported on 14 days March 2024 snowfall 100cm reported on 7 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Madarao. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Madarao region of Nagano New snowfall at base 6cm Snowfall at base this season 594cm Weather overview Light snow Wind Light Temperature - Visibility Varied Posted on Thursday 7th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Madarao Now report can be found here . Morning. Mostly cloudy and foggy early morning and perhaps some sun during the day, and maybe tomorrow too. Snow is still due around Saturday. In the meantime, around 5+cm since yesterday so it should be a good morning. Madarao Mountain Resort - Fresh snowfall reported by the ski area: 5cm - All lifts operating apart from Number 3 and Number 5 - Tree runs that are open: All appear to be planning on opening - Official snow depth: 195cm Tangram Ski Circus - All five lifts are operating - Official snow depth: 130cm Madarao Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Thursday 7th March 2024 Total snowfall at base 594cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 49 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 56cm (on 8th January) November 2023 snowfall 33cm reported on 4 days December 2023 snowfall 95cm reported on 8 days January 2024 snowfall 227cm reported on 16 days February 2024 snowfall 139cm reported on 14 days March 2024 snowfall 100cm reported on 7 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Madarao. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Zao region of Yamagata New snowfall at base 2cm Snowfall at base this season 418cm Posted on Thursday 7th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Zao Now report can be found here . Good morning from Zao. Some fast moving cloud at the moment and some blue sky too and good visibility. It should be a good morning. With the recent snow and weather conditions, something of a return to winter, the snow/ice 'monsters' have been enjoying a bit of a revival up on the top area of the ski-jo! Check out the photo below. And if forecasts are right there should be some more snow coming tomorrow and in particular on Saturday. Zao Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Thursday 7th March 2024 Total snowfall at base 418cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 56 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 39cm (on 25th January) November 2023 snowfall 32cm observed on 4 days December 2023 snowfall 66cm observed on 14 days January 2024 snowfall 176cm observed on 19 days February 2024 snowfall 92cm observed on 13 days March 2024 snowfall 52cm observed on 6 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Zao Onsen. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com