Independent snow and weather reporting from the Hakuba region of Nagano New snowfall at base 1cm Snowfall at base this season 439cm Posted on Tuesday 14th January 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Hakuba Now report can be found here . Golly, it has been a busy morning. There was a bit of a neighbourhood emergency that I had to be involved with. So I'm a bit late this morning. Gomen! A bank of cloud and a little light snow earlier on. Some blue sky too. Less of the blue sky now and it is due to be snowing before the end of the day. It feels a bit mild at the moment and I am looking forward to the heavy snow that we are due by tomorrow and through the day tomorrow. Once again, it looks like there is a good chance that Hakuba is going to receive the goods. Sunshine on Thursday. Should be a good one! As the auto translated (I presume) Facebook from Tsugaike says this morning: 'Enjoy the tightened barn!'. Well, I'll try! By the way, I very much recommend checking out the Niseko Now report this morning. My colleague up in Hokkaido has made a few comments and I know exactly where our toast-loving friend is coming from. Let's be nice. -------------------------------- ABLE Hakuba Goryu New snowfall (as reported by the ski area): Top: 1cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): Top: 360cm Top: 145cm ------------ Hakuba 47 Winter Sports Park New snowfall (reported as 'todays snowfall' by the ski area): Top: 0cm Base: 0cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): Top: 365cm Base: 175cm ------------ Hakuba Cortina New snowfall (reported by the ski area): 0cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): 315cm ------------ Hakuba Happo-one New snowfall (as reported by the ski area): Kurobushi (1680m): 5cm Usagidaira (1400m): 0cm Nakiyama (800m): 0cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): Kurobushi (1680m): 355cm Usagidaira (1400m): 250cm Nakiyama (800m): 140cm ------------ 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: 240cm Village Side: 130cm ------------ Hakuba Norikura Onsen Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): 320cm ------------ Jigatake New snowfall (reported by the ski area): 5cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): 200cm ------------ Kashimayari Skijo Family Park Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): 225cm ------------ Tsugaike Mountain Resort New snowfall (reported by the ski area): ? Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): Upper: 279cm Base: 98cm ------------ White Resort Hakuba Sanosaka Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): 230cm Hakuba Now 2024-2025 season Data as Tuesday 14th January 2025 Total snowfall at base so far 439cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 35 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 119cm reported on 11 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 Nozawa Onsen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 1cm Snowfall at base this season 379cm Posted on Monday 13th January 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Nozawa Now report can be found here . Snow has started falling this morning amounting what isn't much more than just a sprinkling so far. But as I write this, it's coming down quite nicely. Not sure how long that might last! Limited visibility up at Yamabiko early morning. Expect some sun tomorrow and then some nice heavy snow (possibly) around Wednesday/Wednesday night. Get that fresh new layer in! Yesterday was a busy day and while today is Monday it is a national holiday and so will be busier than a normal Monday. Official snow depth numbers (reported by the ski area): Yamabiko: 250cm Uenotaira: 215cm Hikage: 165cm Nagasaka: 150cm Karasawa: 120cm Lifts: All scheduled lifts are operating as planned The Utopia pair lift and Challenge pair lift are normally closed on weekdays Courses: All courses are available apart Mukobayashi and Grand Prix Night skiing: Scheduled for every Saturday until 22nd March 2025 on the Nagasaka area (and also on 23rd February 2025) Nozawa Now 2024-2025 season Data as of Monday 13th January 2025 Total snowfall at base 379cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 32 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 41cm (29th December) November 2024 snowfall 3cm reported on 1 day December 2024 snowfall 291cm reported on 21 days January 2025 snowfall 85cm reported 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 Nozawa 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 Hakuba region of Nagano New snowfall at base 4cm Snowfall at base this season 438cm Posted on Monday 13th January 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Hakuba Now report can be found here . Greetings from Hakuba on this last day of the long weekend. We have some fresh snow on the ground this morning. I have just measured 4cm. It is still snowing at higher elevations; less so around base, where the sun is trying to appear from behind the clouds. We aren't expect the snow to last during the day. The sun might win the day. The prospect of 'heavy snow' on Wednesday sounds good. -------------------------------- ABLE Hakuba Goryu New snowfall (as reported by the ski area): Top: 4cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): Top: 360cm Top: 145cm ------------ Hakuba 47 Winter Sports Park New snowfall (reported as 'todays snowfall' by the ski area): Top: 5cm Base: 3cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): Top: 370cm Base: 175cm ------------ Hakuba Cortina New snowfall (reported by the ski area): 3cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): 325cm ------------ Hakuba Happo-one New snowfall (as reported by the ski area): Kurobushi (1680m): 15cm Usagidaira (1400m): 5cm Nakiyama (800m): 0cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): Kurobushi (1680m): 355cm Usagidaira (1400m): 259cm Nakiyama (800m): 140cm ------------ Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field New snowfall (reported by the ski area): Mountain Side: 5cm Village Side: 0cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): Mountain Side: 240cm Village Side: 130cm ------------ Hakuba Norikura Onsen Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): 330cm ------------ Jigatake New snowfall (reported by the ski area): 5cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): 200cm ------------ Kashimayari Skijo Family Park Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): 225cm ------------ Tsugaike Mountain Resort New snowfall (reported by the ski area): About 30cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): Upper: 293cm Base: 109cm ------------ White Resort Hakuba Sanosaka Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): 235cm Hakuba Now 2024-2025 season Data as Monday 13th January 2025 Total snowfall at base so far 438cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 34 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 118cm reported 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 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 Geto Kogen region of Iwate New snowfall at base 1cm Snowfall at base this season 521cm Posted on Sunday 12th January 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Geto Kogen Now report can be found here . Nice weather yesterday. We did get a bit of snow in the evening, but it didn't amount to much. It's a fine start to this Sunday morning with some thin cloud but blue sky and sunshine. Nice and bright. It may get more cloudy later on, but generally fine weather expected. I am hearing that more tree run courses might (possibly) open this morning, but that will be after safety checks --- not confirmed. Feels like we could do with a fresh delivery of Geto-like snowfall. Forecasts point to that happening from the middle of the week. Scheduled ski area operations: All main courses are open, apart from B2 5 tree run courses open: Heart, Shooter, Alta, Garden, Summit, Beech, Stream and Rabbit Official snow depth (reported by the ski area): 270cm (top) 180cm (base) Cumulative snowfall this season (reported by the ski area): 1030cm 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 12th January 2025 Total snowfall at base so far 521cm Number of days snowfall observed 38 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 48cm (on 16th December) November 2024 snowfall 48cm observed on 5 days December 2024 snowfall 351cm observed on 22 days January 2025 snowfall 122cm observed on 11 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 2cm Snowfall at base this season 265cm Posted on Sunday 12th January 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Zao Now report can be found here . Hello! We have sunshine on this middle-of-the-long-weekend Sunday. It is a very pleasant day and there are a lot of people around to enjoy it. We should be back to fresh snow from later tomorrow with a fair amount currently forecast for most of the week. Official snow depth (reported by ski area): Yokokura area: 90cm Uwanodai area: 80cm Utopia area: 190cm Chuo area: 190cm Paradise area: 190cm Summit area: 145cm Lifts & courses: The ski area is open as planned Zao Now 2024-2025 season Data as of Sunday 12th January 2025 Total snowfall at base 265cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 34 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 28cm (on 10th January) November 2024 snowfall 18cm observed on 4 days December 2024 snowfall 162cm observed on 20 days January 2025 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 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 Geto Kogen region of Iwate New snowfall at base 5cm Snowfall at base this season 520cm Posted on Saturday 11th January 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Geto Kogen Now report can be found here . Yesterday it was a cloudy > snow > cloudy kind of pattern, with some more snow overnight though nothing major. Some nice blue sky on show this morning amongst remaining cloud. Perhaps it might clear up more during the day. It's due to remain cold, though. It should be a busy (three day) weekend! Next snowfall due from around Tuesday. Scheduled ski area operations: All main courses are open, apart from B2 5 tree run courses open: Heart, Shooter, Alta, Garden, Summit, Beech, Stream and Rabbit Official snow depth (reported by the ski area): 280cm (top) 190cm (base) Cumulative snowfall this season (reported by the ski area): 1025cm 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 Saturday 11th January 2025 Total snowfall at base so far 520cm Number of days snowfall observed 37 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 48cm (on 16th December) November 2024 snowfall 48cm observed on 5 days December 2024 snowfall 351cm observed on 22 days January 2025 snowfall 121cm 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 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 2cm Snowfall at base this season 263cm Posted on Saturday 11th January 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Zao Now report can be found here . This morning is partly cloudy with some blue sky and some sun shining through. We had some flurries with a drop in temperature last night. Expecting some pleasant weather over this long weekend, nothing extreme, so there will surely be a lot of people around. Official snow depth (reported by ski area): Yokokura area: 90cm Uwanodai area: 80cm Utopia area: 200cm Chuo area: 190cm Paradise area: 190cm Summit area: 145cm Lifts & courses: The ski area is open as planned Zao Now 2024-2025 season Data as of Saturday 11th January 2025 Total snowfall at base 263cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 33 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 28cm (on 10th January) November 2024 snowfall 18cm observed on 4 days December 2024 snowfall 162cm observed on 20 days January 2025 snowfall 83cm observed on 9 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 Myoko region of Niigata New snowfall at base 12cm Snowfall at base this season 667cm Posted on Saturday 11th January 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . The weather continues to baffle. No snow, then a heavy fall; looked like it was going to be sunny today then the clouds started to move in from the north. It’s not snowing at the moment, and the weather forecasts don’t predict snow...wait a minute, it is snowing now. Nice big flakes, in fact. Not much snow overnight in fact, not much wind down here but a quick scoping of the mountain shoes a lot of wind-affected slopes up high. All this keeps us armchair meteorologists from getting complacent.... Akakura Kanko: 270cm, -5° Akakura Onsen: 270cm, -4° Ikenotaira Onsen Alpen Blick: 220cm, -°9 (yesterday’s report) Myoko Suginohara: 240cm top, 195cm base, -8° Kyukamura RunRun: 280cm, -3° Seki Onsen: 350cm, -5° Tangram Madarao Tokyu Resort: 150cm, -4° Madarao Mountain Resort: 200cm, -7° Lotte Arai Resort: 440cm, 1° Kurohime Kogen Snow Park: 190cm top, 140cm base; -6° Myoko Now 2024-2025 season Data as of Saturday 11th January 2025 Total snowfall at base so far 667cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 28 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 45cm (29th December) November 2024 snowfall 8cm reported on 1 day December 2024 snowfall 513cm reported on 19 days January 2025 snowfall 146cm 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 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 Nozawa Onsen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 21cm Snowfall at base this season 378cm Posted on Saturday 11th January 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Nozawa Now report can be found here . Cloud with light snowfall this morning. I'm a bit confused by of the official snowfall numbers from yesterday and this morning (a total of 77cm since yesterday morning on the top area?!), but that is not to say they are incorrect. Just surprised. And I was not able to get out on the mountain yesterday. Anyway, you can see those numbers below, the first number being daytime yesterday numbers and the second being overnight numbers). JMA recorded 18cm of snowfall over the last 24 hours and my own reading is 21cm. Anyway, taking off the nerd hat, we have fresh snow and conditions should be good and fun! That's the most important thing. We will probably get clearer skies and sun tomorrow from early on. Today is the first day of a 3-day weekend here in Japan and usually pretty busy for ski areas! Fresh snowfall since morning afternoon (as reported by the ski area): Yamabiko: 30cm + 47cm Uenotaira: 15cm + 40cm Hikage: 15cm + 25cm Nagasaka: 15cm + 25cm Karasawa: 10cm + 20cm Official snow depth numbers (reported by the ski area): Yamabiko: 250cm Uenotaira: 230cm Hikage: 170cm Nagasaka: 160cm Karasawa: 130cm Lifts: All scheduled lifts are operating as planned The Utopia pair lift and Challenge pair lift are normally closed on weekdays Courses: All courses are available apart Challenge 39 Wall, Mukobayashi and Grand Prix Nozawa Now 2024-2025 season Data as of Saturday 11th January 2025 Total snowfall at base 378cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 31 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 41cm (29th December) November 2024 snowfall 3cm reported on 1 day December 2024 snowfall 291cm reported on 21 days January 2025 snowfall 84cm reported on 9 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 Nozawa 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 Hakuba region of Nagano New snowfall at base 3cm Snowfall at base this season 434cm Posted on Saturday 11th January 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Hakuba Now report can be found here . I have just a few cm to add to this report from yesterday. And this morning we have some blue sky and sunshine. There is still a lot of cloud around the mountains but it feels like they might make way for more clear sky. It is a truly fine morning to be out there and with lots of excellent snow to enjoy. -------------------------------- ABLE Hakuba Goryu New snowfall (as reported by the ski area): Top: 3cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): Top: 380cm Top: 145cm ------------ Hakuba 47 Winter Sports Park New snowfall (reported as 'todays snowfall' by the ski area): Top: 0cm Base: 0cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): Top: 380cm Base: 190cm ------------ Hakuba Cortina New snowfall (reported by the ski area): 5cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): 355cm ------------ 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): 345cm Usagidaira (1400m): 276cm Nakiyama (800m): 150cm ------------ 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: 220cm Village Side: 130cm ------------ Hakuba Norikura Onsen Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): 370cm ------------ Jigatake New snowfall (reported by the ski area): 10cm Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): 200cm ------------ Kashimayari Skijo Family Park Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): 225cm ------------ Tsugaike Mountain Resort Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): Upper: 314cm Base: 113cm ------------ White Resort Hakuba Sanosaka Official snow depth (as reported by the ski area): 250cm Hakuba Now 2024-2025 season Data as Saturday 11th January 2025 Total snowfall at base so far 434cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 33 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 114cm reported on 9 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 Geto Kogen region of Iwate New snowfall at base 19cm Snowfall at base this season 515cm Posted on Friday 10th January 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Geto Kogen Now report can be found here . Morning from Geto Kogen. Snow yesterday and another 10cm or so overnight, giving us about 20cm since yesterday morning. We expect cloud today with snow at times, and it is snowing lightly at the moment. Alta and Garden tree runs back open, though B2 course remains unavailable. For the long weekend ahead of us a generally calm mix of cloud, light snow and clearer skies is forecast. Perhaps with the most sun due on Monday, a national holiday. Scheduled ski area operations: All main courses are open, apart from B2 5 tree run courses open: Heart, Shooter, Alta, Garden, Summit and Rabbit Official snow depth (reported by the ski area): 280cm (top) 195cm (base) Cumulative snowfall this season (reported by the ski area): 1015cm 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 Friday 10th January 2025 Total snowfall at base so far 515cm Number of days snowfall observed 36 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 48cm (on 16th December) November 2024 snowfall 48cm observed on 5 days December 2024 snowfall 351cm observed on 22 days January 2025 snowfall 116cm observed on 9 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 28cm Snowfall at base this season 261cm Posted on Friday 10th January 2025 This is an archived report. The latest Zao Now report can be found here . A big day yesterday with lots of wind and a nice delivery of powder snow. The ski area itself is reporting up to 50cm of fresh snowfall and the official snow depth numbers have seen some large increases today. There are varying amounts around depending on where you look and how wind affected it is. Today has started overcast, but there are some gaps in the cloudy appearing. Feels like we might get some sun! Moderate wind but lifts are moving as planned. Monday is a national holiday. It will be a busy weekend, and there looks set to be some sun forecast, particularly around Sunday and Monday. Official snow depth (reported by ski area): Yokokura area: 90cm Uwanodai area: 80cm Utopia area: 190cm Chuo area: 170cm Paradise area: 190cm Summit area: 145cm Lifts & courses: The ski area is open as planned Zao Now 2024-2025 season Data as of Friday 10th January 2025 Total snowfall at base 261cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 32 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 28cm (on 10th January) November 2024 snowfall 18cm observed on 4 days December 2024 snowfall 162cm observed on 20 days January 2025 snowfall 81cm 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