Independent snow and weather reporting from the Madarao region of Nagano New snowfall at base 7cm Snowfall at base this season 913cm Weather overview Cloud, light snow Wind Light Temperature - Visibility Fair to limited Posted on Monday 24th February 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Madarao Now report can be found here . Morning from Madarao. It is a grey and kind of dull early start to the day with up to around 10cm of snow since yesterday in places. We expect cloud with light snow at times today, perhaps some breaks in the cloud at times. Maybe like yesterday. Tomorrow should be clearer from the start as we look set to enter a period of calm, sunny and mild conditions. I might not be able to report until later in the day tomorrow. Madarao Now 2024-2025 season Data as of Monday 24th February 2025 Total snowfall at base 913cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 64 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 42cm (on 18th February) November 2024 snowfall 19cm reported on 4 days December 2024 snowfall 320cm reported on 18 days January 2025 snowfall 243cm reported on 22 days February 2025 snowfall 331cm reported on 20 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 Geto Kogen region of Iwate New snowfall at base 30cm Snowfall at base this season 1251cm Posted on Monday 24th February 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Geto Kogen Now report can be found here . Another 30cm of snow since yesterday after it coming gown all day yesterday. And this morning we are treated to some sunshine, blue sky with some white cloud. A fine morning and no doubt many people will be rushing for first lifts to enjoy the conditions. Less snow now on the forecasts across the coming week. Rather, quite a lot of sun and warmer conditions especially later in the week. Scheduled ski area operations: All courses should be available except B2 and a few other restrictions Tree run courses open: All should be open apart from Rookie 1, Rookie 2 and Extreme Official snow depth (reported by the ski area): 445cm (top) 340cm (base) Cumulative snowfall this season (reported by the ski area): 2212cm Other information: Night skiing is scheduled for weekends and holidays through 24th February 2025. The Number 2 Gondola is scheduled to normally only operate on weekends and holidays. Geto Kogen Now 2024-2025 season Data as of Monday 24th February 2025 Total snowfall at base so far 1251cm Number of days snowfall observed 73 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 66cm (on 16th January) November 2024 snowfall 48cm observed on 5 days December 2024 snowfall 351cm observed on 22 days January 2025 snowfall 392cm observed on 24 days February 2025 snowfall 460cm observed on 22 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 7cm Snowfall at base this season 567cm Posted on Monday 24th February 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Zao Now report can be found here . On and off snowfall throughout the day yesterday and overnight. And this morning we have some sun shining bright and a mix of blue sky and cloud up there. It's a lovely cold morning and a good way to end the long weekend. More sun expected tomorrow. As we head into March some milder conditions are due too. Official snow depth (reported by ski area): Yokokura area: 115cm Uwanodai area: 160cm Utopia area: 280cm Chuo area: 250cm Paradise area: 250cm Summit area: 265cm Night skiing: Night skiing is planned in the Uwanodai area daily until 24th February (and then 1st/2nd March). Zao Now 2024-2025 season Data as of Monday 24th February 2025 Total snowfall at base 567cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 63 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 34cm (on 6th February) November 2024 snowfall 18cm observed on 4 days December 2024 snowfall 162cm observed on 20 days January 2025 snowfall 191cm observed on 19 days February 2025 snowfall 196cm observed on 20 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 6cm Snowfall at base this season 759cm Posted on Monday 24th February 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . Snow from early this morning but it is not expected to last into tomorrow. Indeed, we do expect the start of a run of generally clearer skies and warmer temperatures from tomorrow. For now, cold and beautiful snow conditions (and lots of it) as we continue to enjoy a dose of mid-winter. Looks like some trouble with the Number 2 high speed lift at Yakebitaiyama - it will be closed for the day. Shiga Kogen Now 2024-2025 season Data as of Monday 24th February 2025 Total snowfall at base 759cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 68 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 60cm (21st February) November 2024 snowfall 24cm reported on 8 days December 2024 snowfall 207cm reported on 22 days January 2025 snowfall 138cm reported on 19 days February 2025 snowfall 390cm reported 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 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 10cm Snowfall at base this season 1441cm Posted on Monday 24th February 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . There wasn’t much fresh snow early this morning, but it has really picked up since about 6:30. Let’s say 10cm and counting... Not much to say except heavy snow as usual; can’t see anything outside my windows, and I’ll need to dig those out pretty soon as well. Sounds like that’s been a problem for ski areas all over Niigata. I think that’s why we saw, for example, Lotte Arai only running the bottom lifts just before this three-day weekend; they were probably digging out the important upper lifts for the crowds that are definitely here. Long lift lines yesterday in many of the resorts, and packed parking lots. Going to head up the hill in a minute, unfortunately not to go skiing but to help others get dug out (and protect windows and roofs). Akakura Kanko: 400cm, -7° Akakura Onsen: 430cm, -5° Ikenotaira Onsen Alpen Blick: 350cm, -10° Myoko Suginohara: 340cm top, 260cm base, -11° Kyukamura RunRun: 420cm, -6° Seki Onsen: 590cm, -10° Tangram Madarao Tokyu Resort: 250cm, -6° Madarao Mountain Resort: 350cm, -7° Lotte Arai Resort: 679cm, -1° Kokenashi lift not running; others “in preparation” at the moment Kurohime Kogen Snow Park: 290cm top, 240cm base; -6° Myoko Now 2024-2025 season Data as of Monday 24th February 2025 Total snowfall at base so far 1441cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 59 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 87cm (16th January) November 2024 snowfall 8cm reported on 1 day December 2024 snowfall 513cm reported on 19 days January 2025 snowfall 415cm reported on 19 days February 2025 snowfall 505cm reported on 20 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 Hakuba region of Nagano New snowfall at base 2cm Snowfall at base this season 732cm Posted on Monday 24th February 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Hakuba Now report can be found here . Good morning from Hakuba. Not much snow being reported from around the ski areas this morning, but I have observed a little that has now gone from roads. We have some blue sky and sun amongst the clouds down in the village and base areas, less visibility still up on the mountains. Perhaps it will clear up there too later? Whatever, come tomorrow generally clearer skies, calm wind and gradually increasing temperatures seems to be what to expect over the coming week. Heads up, I will post a report each day but my posting times might be rather irregular this week. -------------------------------- ABLE Hakuba Goryu New snowfall (as reported by the ski area): Top: 1cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): Top: 490cm Top: 240cm ------------ Hakuba 47 Winter Sports Park New snowfall (reported by the ski area): Top: 0cm Base: 0cm overnight Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): Top: 520cm Base: 250cm ------------ Hakuba Cortina New snowfall (reported by the ski area): 1cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): 450cm ------------ Hakuba Happo-one New snowfall (as reported by the ski area): Kurobushi (1680m): 0cm Usagidaira (1400m): 0cm Nakiyama (800m): 0cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): Kurobushi (1680m): 650cm Usagidaira (1400m): 335cm Nakiyama (800m): 210cm ------------ Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field New snowfall (reported by the ski area): Mountain Side: 0cm Village Side: 0cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): Mountain Side: 360cm Village Side: 170cm ------------ Hakuba Norikura Onsen Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): 455cm ------------ Jigatake New snowfall (reported by the ski area): 0cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): 210cm ------------ Kashimayari Skijo Family Park Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): 250cm ------------ Tsugaike Mountain Resort Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): Upper: 376cm Base: 185cm ------------ White Resort Hakuba Sanosaka Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): 240cm Hakuba Now 2024-2025 season Data as Monday 24th February 2025 Total snowfall at base so far 732cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 62 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 38cm (28th December) November 2024 snowfall 42cm reported on 3 days December 2024 snowfall 278cm reported on 21 days January 2025 snowfall 235cm reported on 19 days February 2025 snowfall 177cm reported 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 Hakuba. 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 Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 1cm Snowfall at base this season 457cm Posted on Monday 24th February 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Good Morning Skiers & Boarders, Pretty much the same as yesterday, except cloudier. However, it's a thin, benevolent overcast with lots of sunlight coming through. Temps will remain below freezing, so all in all, a good day for fun. I'll be monitoring this closely, but it looks like a WARMING EVENT is forecast for Friday, with forecasted highs of +8 C!!! Mama mia, spring is coming sure, but not that fast. Think snow. Think cold. Furano Now 2024-2025 season Data as of Monday 24th February 2025 Total snowfall at base 457cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 62 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 20cm (1st December) November 2024 snowfall 37cm reported on 6 days December 2024 snowfall 173cm reported on 21 days January 2025 snowfall 138cm reported on 19 days February 2025 snowfall 109cm reported on 16 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 Furano. 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 24cm Snowfall at base this season 906cm Weather overview Cloud Wind Light Temperature - Visibility Fair Posted on Sunday 23rd February 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Madarao Now report can be found here . Good morning from Madarao. Cloudy at the moment but some forecasts do indicate the chance of breaks in the cloudy during the day. It is one of those days when I disagree with the official data on snowfall. Madarao is this morning reporting 9cm (or 10cm). My measurement is 24cm. So, a good new layer of fine snow to enjoy again on a cold morning. We still expect quite a lot of clearer skies and milder weather in the coming week. All that still looks like it will start from Tuesday. Today is the last planned night skiing as far as I can tell. Madarao Mountain Resort - Fresh snowfall reported by the ski area: 9cm - Official snow depth: 350cm - All scheduled lifts should be operating - Tree run courses open: All open - Night skiing tonight Tangram Ski Circus - Official snow depth: 250cm - All scheduled lifts should be operating Madarao Now 2024-2025 season Data as of Sunday 23rd February 2025 Total snowfall at base 906cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 63 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 42cm (on 18th February) November 2024 snowfall 19cm reported on 4 days December 2024 snowfall 320cm reported on 18 days January 2025 snowfall 243cm reported on 22 days February 2025 snowfall 324cm reported 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 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 Geto Kogen region of Iwate New snowfall at base 28cm Snowfall at base this season 1221cm Posted on Sunday 23rd February 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Geto Kogen Now report can be found here . Morning from Geto Kogen. After a day of mostly snow, it's still snowing this morning. Around 30cm to report. A cold morning and really good snow, should be very nice conditions out on the slopes. Maybe the snow will ease off from tomorrow with a fair share of sunshine and mildness over the coming week. Scheduled ski area operations: All courses should be available except B2 and a few other restrictions Tree run courses open: All should be open apart from Rookie 1, Rookie 2, Extreme and Cascade (to be confirmed) Official snow depth (reported by the ski area): 430cm (top) 320cm (base) Cumulative snowfall this season (reported by the ski area): 2152cm Other information: Night skiing is scheduled for weekends and holidays through 24th February 2025. The Number 2 Gondola is scheduled to normally only operate on weekends and holidays. Geto Kogen Now 2024-2025 season Data as of Sunday 23rd February 2025 Total snowfall at base so far 1221cm Number of days snowfall observed 72 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 66cm (on 16th January) November 2024 snowfall 48cm observed on 5 days December 2024 snowfall 351cm observed on 22 days January 2025 snowfall 392cm observed on 24 days February 2025 snowfall 430cm observed on 21 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 560cm Posted on Sunday 23rd February 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Zao Now report can be found here . Morning from Zao. Light snow at time of report with a fresh layer (10cm being reported by the ski area). Seems that much of Japan is generally going to be warmer this coming week with less snow and more of a chance of clearer skies. It should keep respectfully cold up here in Zao. Official snow depth (reported by ski area): Yokokura area: 115cm Uwanodai area: 160cm Utopia area: 280cm Chuo area: 250cm Paradise area: 250cm Summit area: 265cm Night skiing: Night skiing is planned in the Uwanodai area daily until 24th February (and then 1st/2nd March). Zao Now 2024-2025 season Data as of Sunday 23rd February 2025 Total snowfall at base 560cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 62 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 34cm (on 6th February) November 2024 snowfall 18cm observed on 4 days December 2024 snowfall 162cm observed on 20 days January 2025 snowfall 191cm observed on 19 days February 2025 snowfall 189cm 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 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 8cm Snowfall at base this season 753cm Posted on Sunday 23rd February 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . There was some sun earlier on, but as I write this it's back to cloud cover and snow coming down. Locals I have spoken to are wondering if the predicted warmer conditions from Tuesday onwards will be the point where things start to get more spring-like. It might be too early for that, but it does look like there's at least several days of clear skies and much milder temperatures coming. Shiga Kogen Now 2024-2025 season Data as of Sunday 23rd February 2025 Total snowfall at base 753cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 67 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 60cm (21st February) November 2024 snowfall 24cm reported on 8 days December 2024 snowfall 207cm reported on 22 days January 2025 snowfall 138cm reported on 19 days February 2025 snowfall 384cm reported 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 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 23cm Snowfall at base this season 1431cm Posted on Sunday 23rd February 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . An early start today, since I have business on the hill (ah, the morning commute on the chairlift... it’s a hard life). Nice snowfall overnight, and light, too with cold temperatures. Not a huge amount once again; some people are reporting more snow was falling along the coast, in Joetsu City and other areas. That happens if we get a west wind, or really the diversion of northwest winds to the west and up the coast (maybe being deflected by the Noto Peninsula? Meteorologist, please weigh in). Lots of people have noticed the good snow, though; the Akakan parking lot was full just after 8 today. Looks like all the lifts are ready to go, although Lotte Arai doesn’t have any confirmed lifts yet. They were busy digging them out earlier for this three-day weekend, so I’d expect the gondola and upper Zendana lift should be going. The Kokenashi lift is marked as not running, though. Akakura Kanko: 400cm, -7° Akakura Onsen: 430cm, -6° Ikenotaira Onsen Alpen Blick: 340cm, -10° (yesterday’s report) Myoko Suginohara: 320cm top, 240cm base, -10° (yesterday’s report) Kyukamura RunRun: 400cm, -6° Seki Onsen: 590cm, -10° Tangram Madarao Tokyu Resort: 250cm, -6° Madarao Mountain Resort: 350cm, -9° Lotte Arai Resort: 661cm, -1° Kokenashi lift not running; others “in preparation” at the moment Kurohime Kogen Snow Park: 290cm top, 240cm base; -7° Myoko Now 2024-2025 season Data as of Sunday 23rd February 2025 Total snowfall at base so far 1431cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 58 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 87cm (16th January) November 2024 snowfall 8cm reported on 1 day December 2024 snowfall 513cm reported on 19 days January 2025 snowfall 415cm reported on 19 days February 2025 snowfall 495cm reported 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 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