Independent snow and weather reporting from the Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 5cm Snowfall at base this season 5cm Posted on Monday 20th November 2017 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Hello and welcome back to Naeba Now. Here were are in the second half of November, and after a somewhat wet summer period things have got colder quite quickly this year, and I must say things are looking and feeling rather good for the run up to the coming snow season. Are we in for a bumper season? We shall see. 5cm of first snow to get us going. Naeba itself this season plans to open from Saturday 9th December, so we are just over three weeks away from that opening. Before then, Kagura is planning on starting the season next Thursday, 23rd November. Just one week away! Some seasons they only can manage to open a small part of the upper part with complicated bus services taking folk up there, while others things get off to a good start right from the beginning. This season we have already seen snowfall up on the mountains and all areas of Kagura are looking covered in white as I write this. And it's actually snowing lightly down to base of Naeba early this morning... it's not sticking just yet, but there's a thin dusting of snow on the ski runs down to base. The forecast is good too, with snow planned even down to Yuzawa town level Saturday into Sunday. Here's to a very snowy season. Official planned opening dates Thursday 23rd November 2017 Kagura, via the Mitsumata Ropeway. Saturday 9th December 2017 Naeba The Tashiro area of Kagura Naeba Now 2017-2018 season Data as of Monday 20th November 2017 Total snowfall at base so far 5cm Number of days snowfall observed 1 day Most snowfall observed on 1 day 5cm (20th November) November 2017 snowfall 5cm observed on 1 day 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 Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 10cm Snowfall at base this season 1130cm Posted on Tuesday 28th March 2017 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Good morning from Naeba everybody. If this season had a name we would call it the season that just keeps giving. Even at this late point in the season we have received 10 cm of fresh snow since yesterday's report. It's not premium quality powder for sure however still a lot of fun to be had! The weather today looks like it could either rain or snow a little later on. Stay tuned to find out what happened. Looking on we are expecting mostly clear weather tomorrow with a little rain on Thursday during the day; this rain should then turn to snow though and that snow is expected to continue all the way through until Sunday 2nd April. Please note that Sunday 2nd April will be the last day of regular opening in Naeba. Naeba Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Tuesday 28th March 2017 Total snowfall at base so far 1130cm Number of days snowfall observed 78 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 80cm (15th January) November 2016 snowfall 17cm observed on 4 days December 2016 snowfall 150cm observed on 14 days January 2017 snowfall 550cm observed on 23 days February 2017 snowfall 280cm observed on 19 days March 2017 snowfall 133cm observed on 18 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 Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 15cm Snowfall at base this season 1120cm Posted on Monday 27th March 2017 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Good morning from Naeba everybody. Today we have a lot of fresh powder on the ground. 15cm to be precise with even more higher up. The snow also looks as though it is going to carry on for the rest of the day so conditions should be pretty soft all day. As the end of the season is rapidly approaching lift operation is dramatically reduced in Naeba. Night skiing will no longer run and neither will the Dragondola so if you want to head over to Kagura you will have to catch the bus! This snow is meant to continue until Tuesday afternoon with Wednesday expected to be clear weather. We are then expecting a little rain on Thursday before it turns back into snow all the way through until Saturday. Yay! Lifts running today are: -Beginner lift No.4 08:00-17:00 -High-Speed lift No.5 08:30-17:00 -Prince Gondola No.2 08:30-16:00 (last ride up 15:30) -Takenokodaira Romance Lift 08:45-15:45 -High-Speed Lift No.3 08:00-17:00 Naeba Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Monday 27th March 2017 Total snowfall at base so far 1120cm Number of days snowfall observed 77 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 80cm (15th January) November 2016 snowfall 17cm observed on 4 days December 2016 snowfall 150cm observed on 14 days January 2017 snowfall 550cm observed on 23 days February 2017 snowfall 280cm observed on 19 days March 2017 snowfall 123cm observed on 17 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 Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 4cm Snowfall at base this season 994cm Posted on Sunday 26th February 2017 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Good morning from Naeba everybody. We have snow again! Not an awful lot of it but it is still snowing even now. Temperatures are a little cooler today and thanks to this morning and yesterday's snow conditions should be fairly fresh on the piste. Definitely not a powder day but some good turns to be had still. Looking on, the weather forecast is predicting snow every day except for Tuesday and Wednesday which are predicted to be clear. A little rain is predicted for Thursday, however, this is followed by snow so shouldn't be a big issue. Magical! Naeba Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Sunday 26th February 2017 Total snowfall at base so far 994cm Number of days snowfall observed 59 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 80cm (15th January) November 2016 snowfall 17cm observed on 4 days December 2016 snowfall 150cm observed on 14 days January 2017 snowfall 550cm observed on 23 days February 2017 snowfall 277cm observed on 18 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 Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 30cm Snowfall at base this season 621cm Posted on Tuesday 24th January 2017 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Hello there from another snowy day in Naeba! The heavens have once again opened for us and we have had another 24 hours of constant snowfall. The conditions out on the mountain are excellent with plenty of fresh powder to be had. It is pretty chilly out there so wrap up warm and come hit the slopes. FLUFFY! If you are looking for clearer conditions to enjoy all this snow, look to Thursday and perhaps Friday... looks like things are going to be clearer and not be as cold too. Naeba Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Tuesday 24th January 2017 Total snowfall at base so far 621cm Number of days snowfall observed 37 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 80cm (15th January) November 2016 snowfall 17cm observed on 4 days December 2016 snowfall 150cm observed on 14 days January 2017 snowfall 454cm observed on 19 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 Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 30cm Snowfall at base this season 498cm Posted on Tuesday 17th January 2017 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Yet another very good morning from Naeba everybody. I truly believe that there is no way that someone can fully appreciate the sheer volume of snow that we have experienced this last week without actually being here. With another 30 cm of snow accumulation over night we have yet another perfect powder day. We are expecting a short break in the weather with potentially even some sun tomorrow. This will make a nice change before once again a storm rolls in on Friday and pummels us again! Be safe out there kids. We have had over 2 and a half meters of snow over the last 7 days and there is some significant avalanche danger in certain parts of the mountain. Lifts running today are: -Beginner lift No.4 08:00-17:00 -High Speed lift No.5 08:30-20:30 -Prince Gondola No.2 08:30-16:00 (last ride up 15:30) -Takenokodaira Romance Lift ????-15:45 (this lift will open at ski patrol's discretion today) -High Speed Lift No.4 09:00-16:30 -High Speed Lift No.3 08:00-17:00 -Huichi Pair Lift No.1 09:00-16:00 -The Dragondola 09:00-15:30 (last ascending lift 15:00) Lifts not running today include: -Takenokoyama Romance Lift 09:30-15:00 Naeba Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Tuesday 17th January 2017 Total snowfall at base so far 498cm Number of days snowfall observed 31 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 80cm (15th January) November 2016 snowfall 17cm observed on 4 days December 2016 snowfall 150cm observed on 14 days January 2017 snowfall 331cm observed on 13 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 Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 55cm Snowfall at base this season 358cm Posted on Saturday 14th January 2017 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . There is snow everywhere! As of 6AM this morning we had 20cm of fresh snow on the ground and this has built up to over 55cm as of 10AM! That is a severe amount of snow an it has no signs of abating just yet! Conditions are super powdery and I predict that it should be possible to find good powder on the mountain most if not all of the day. Caution is advised as it is absolutely storming out there. It will be pretty hard to see where you are going most of the time. Right now the weather forecast is predicting heavy snow until Tuesday at which point we should get a brief respite before more snow again on Thursday. Strap on the biggest plank of wood you can find and go shred! NICE! Naeba Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Saturday 14th January 2017 Total snowfall at base so far 358cm Number of days snowfall observed 28 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 55cm (14th January) November 2016 snowfall 17cm observed on 4 days December 2016 snowfall 150cm observed on 14 days January 2017 snowfall 191cm observed on 10 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 Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 19cm Snowfall at base this season 102cm Posted on Saturday 24th December 2016 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Good news everybody! As of around 1300 yesterday we have received almost non stop snow. Over night this has built up to a total of 19cm. Conditions are fairly fierce out there with fairly strong wind and low visibility due to fog. Caution is definitely advised today as although we have a fair amount of snow on the ground we don't really have all that much base in certain places. The areas which do have a good amount of base are all clearly marked with poles. Looking at the weather forecast things generally look pretty good. Some rain is predicted on Monday but this should turn to snow by Tuesday so shouldn't pose too much of a problem. Today's lift operations are once again slightly limited. The following lifts are operating: -High Speed Lift No. 5 08:30-20:30 -Beginner lift No. 4 08:00-20:00 -Prince Gondola No.2 08:30-16:00 (Note that you must download on the gondola due to bad conditions on the runs down from the gondola) -Takenokodaira Pair Lift 08:45-15:45 -High Speed Lift No. 3 10:00-17:00 Naeba Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Saturday 24th December 2016 Total snowfall at base so far 102cm Number of days snowfall observed 14 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 19cm (24th December) November 2016 snowfall 17cm observed on 4 days December 2016 snowfall 85cm observed on 10 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 Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 7cm Snowfall at base this season 24cm Posted on Thursday 8th December 2016 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Ohayo! Well winter is most definitely upon us! We have been experiencing good snowfall for the last 36 hours which has transformed the village again following the melt of our previous snow. With more looking likely the 7cm we have already had looks set to have some heavy company! With the opening coming up this Saturday things are again looking very promising for a great start to the season. We are looking forward to seeing you all hitting the mountain over the season and watching you rip the powder. Naeba will be opening on the 10th December Naeba Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Thursday 8th December 2016 Total snowfall at base so far 24cm Number of days snowfall observed 5 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 7cm (8th December) November 2016 snowfall 17cm observed on 4 days December 2016 snowfall 7cm observed on 1 day 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 Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 2cm Snowfall at base this season 13cm Posted on Monday 28th November 2016 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Hello from Naeba everybody. Once again the snow gods have blessed us with a reasonable amount of early season snow. Whilst there was not too much snow build up in Naeba today, up in Kagura did far better with a decent amount of heavy snow constantly throughout the day. Naeba once again has a good coverage of snow on the ski field and things look pretty positive for the start of season in just under two weeks time. Naeba Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Monday 28th November 2016 Total snowfall at base so far 13cm Number of days snowfall observed 3 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 6cm (9th November) November 2016 snowfall 13cm observed on 3 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 Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 4cm Snowfall at base this season 17cm Posted on Tuesday 29th November 2016 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Good morning from Naeba everybody! Overnight we have been treated to a fair snowfall and today there is constant light to moderate snow in the village with good build up. There is still a few weeks to go but things are looking good for the season opening on the 10th of December. Keep going with the snow dances as they are paying off! Naeba Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Tuesday 29th November 2016 Total snowfall at base so far 17cm Number of days snowfall observed 4 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 6cm (9th November) November 2016 snowfall 17cm observed on 4 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 Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 6cm Snowfall at base this season 6cm Posted on Saturday 9th November 2016 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Good evening from Naeba everybody. Well today has been a super exciting day for us all here as we have had had the first real snow of the season falling in Naeba today! As of 1700 this afternoon a total of 6cm of snow had fallen at the base level of Naeba. Whilst we are still quite a way away from opening day this is excellent news and a really good foreboding for the coming season. Everyone please keep you fingers crossed and keep doing your snow dance, it's obviously working! Naeba Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Saturday 9th November 2016 Total snowfall at base so far 6cm Number of days snowfall observed 1 day Most snowfall observed on 1 day 6cm (9th November) November 2016 snowfall 6cm observed on 1 day 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