Independent snow and weather reporting from the Myoko region of Niigata New snowfall at base 5cm Snowfall at base this season 905cm Posted on Thursday 7th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . We're still getting snowfall here in the first full week of March in Myoko (just like the way that sounds). Could even get blustery on Saturday, just in time for the little ceremony of Yama no Kami on Saturday at the little shrine just to the right of the Hotel No. 2 lift at Akakura Kanko. It's been fairly spring like the last few years, so this unusual season just keeps on surprising. It looked like the sun was thinking about coming out to the east on a quick trip down to the main road this morning, but low clouds were also drifting across and obscuring the low mountains on the east side of town. Not so bad here at base, but Mt. Myoko has disappeared somewhere up the hill there.... Colder overnight, and more ice chunks on stuff. Akakura Kanko: 230cm, -6° Akakura Onsen: 250cm, -3° Ikenotaira Onsen Alpen Blick: 170cm, -7° (new, but unchanged) Myoko Suginohara: 150cm, -7° Kyukamura RunRun: 200cm, -2° (yesterday's report) Seki Onsen: 280cm, -3° (continuing the same depth, with a new date!) Tangram Madarao Tokyu Resort: 130cm, -2° Madarao Mountain Resort: 195cm, -5° Lotte Arai Resort: 393cm, 2.6° Kurohime Kogen Snow Park: 90cm, -3° Myoko Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Thursday 7th March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 905cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 52 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 106cm 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 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 Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 4cm Snowfall at base this season 549cm Posted on Thursday 7th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . Morning from Shiga Kogen. There was some snow falling earlier on but it has eased now and there are some hints of blue sky appearing in places. A layer of fresh to enjoy, though. Okushiga Kogen is reporting 15cm of it and Kumanoyu is saying 0cm, so it's clearly varied across the region. More snow is still due, too, particularly around Saturday. A few friends have been saying the same thing over the last few days: February felt like March. March feels like February. Shiga Kogen Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Thursday 7th March 2024 Total snowfall at base 549cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 64 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 48cm 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 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 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 Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 7cm Snowfall at base this season 458cm Posted on Wednesday 6th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Good morning from Naeba. The somewhat surprising but very welcome fresh snow deliveries from late February continues this morning. There are some nice big flakes falling. And with more promised for over the weekend. Not much of a wind and it's not too cold (but importantly keeping cold enough). All sounds great. ------------------------- Official snow depth: Summit: 130cm Base: 60cm Scheduled lift operations & other info: Prince Number 2 Gondola Takenokoyama romance pair lift Takenokodaira romance pair lift Number 4 romance pair lift Number 3 high speed lift Number 4 high speed lift Number 5 high speed lift (open until 8:30pm) Hiuchi pair lift Dragondola 22 of 24 courses are open this morning. Naeba Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Wednesday 6th March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 458cm Number of days snowfall observed 33 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 39cm observed 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 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 Geto Kogen region of Iwate New snowfall at base 3cm Snowfall at base this season 1036cm Posted on Wednesday 6th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Geto Kogen Now report can be found here . The snow that had been falling until the morning stopped during the day, leaving only occasional snowflakes from time to time. Same for overnight too, giving us 3cm since yesterday. Cloud expected today and maybe some sun tomorrow. We should have more fresh snow by the weekend though and probably through Saturday at least. 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): 320cm (top) 240cm (base) Geto Kogen Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Wednesday 6th March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 1036cm Number of days snowfall observed 64 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 178cm 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 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 6cm Snowfall at base this season 416cm Posted on Wednesday 6th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Zao Now report can be found here . Snow started falling last night and there's another layer this morning. Visibility limited this morning due to fog down to lower regions. More snow still due around Friday/Saturday. The snow depth numbers (below) are the highest they have been all season! Ski area operations: Night skiing has now finished for the season Official snow depth (reported by ski area): Yokokura area: 80cm Uwanodai area: 70cm Utopia area: 165cm Chuo area: 165cm Paradise area: 165cm Summit area: 150cm Zao Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Wednesday 6th March 2024 Total snowfall at base 416cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 55 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 50cm observed 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 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 3cm Snowfall at base this season 900cm Posted on Wednesday 6th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . It snowed a little bit overnight, but it was in fact a little bit that made a lot of noise. I got the sound of snow slowly sliding off the roof around 4am, but in fact it wasn't much snow, but rather heavy, icy crystals that made a crunchy layer. Sounds big, delivers little (in the way of fresh new snow). Nice icy layer on the snow surface, ice on the car.... As a wise woman telemark skier once said, "Ice is for cocktails." It is something we don't get that often in Myoko (the ice, not the drinks), although it sure has been around this year. Hoping for more fluffy stuff later in the week. Akakura Kanko: 230cm, -1° Akakura Onsen: 250cm, -1° Ikenotaira Onsen Alpen Blick: 170cm, -7° (yesterday's report) Myoko Suginohara: 160cm, -2° Kyukamura RunRun: 200cm, -2° Seki Onsen: 280cm, -3° Tangram Madarao Tokyu Resort: 125cm, -2° Madarao Mountain Resort: 190cm, -1° Lotte Arai Resort: 395cm, 1.2° Kurohime Kogen Snow Park: 90cm, 0° Myoko Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Wednesday 6th March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 900cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 51 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 101cm 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 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 Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 4cm Snowfall at base this season 545cm Posted on Wednesday 6th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . Just a little snow this morning and it is snowing quite nicely in some places (Okushiga Kogen) right now. Yakebitaiyama were reporting 10cm and Kumanoyu are reporting 5cm this morning. Visibility is limited though it doesn't feel that windy out there. It is also a relatively mild feeling morning. More snow from through the weekend is still showing on forecasts, so we are due for more. Shiga Kogen Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Wednesday 6th March 2024 Total snowfall at base 545cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 63 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 44cm 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 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 Madarao region of Nagano New snowfall at base 12cm Snowfall at base this season 588cm Weather overview Fog, light snow Wind Light Temperature - Visibility Poor Posted on Wednesday 6th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Madarao Now report can be found here . Good morning from Madarao. Very limited visibility early on this morning, but another 10-15cm of fresh snow on the ground. A bit wet, perhaps, but any and all snow is welcome. There's more snow due Friday-Saturday too. The pleasing wintery start to March continues. Long may it last! Extra care needed this morning as you literally can't see much in front of you. Madarao Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Wednesday 6th March 2024 Total snowfall at base 588cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 48 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 94cm 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 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 Niseko region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 0cm Snowfall at base this season 841cm Posted on Wednesday 6th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Niseko Now report can be found here Good morning. It's a lovely morning here. No fresh snow, but lots of blue sky, some wispy thin cloud and beautiful scenery to enjoy. And, of course, the snow. Thankfully it is keeping cold and should be over the coming days too, which is important as there isn't much fresh snow expected. There was yet another (!) 'inbound ski' feature on one of the Japanese evening news shows last night, featuring lots of foreigners saying the things you'd expect. This time the subject destination was Hakuba*. One of the Japanese business types interviewed even used the phrase 'Hakuba bubble', and Niseko also got a few mentions in there. I'm getting quite bored of these things now, they can surely only regurgitate this stuff so much. (I can imagine lots of Japanese viewers thinking 'not again!' too). If only they would concentrate more on reporting the latest about Shohei Ohtani! OK I need to get myself out there to enjoy this beautiful morning. * A little-known upcoming place in Nagano Prefecture. ;) ------------------ Niseko Avalanche Report Mountain base 6am: -10℃, no snowfall, good visibility and radiative cooling. Moiwa800m: -12℃, E1.1m/s, no snowfall and good visibility. Mikaeri 764m: -8.8℃, NNE0.9m/s, good visibility. Annupuri1100m: -12.2℃, NNW4.1m/s. Village 1000m: -11.0℃, WSW0.7m/s. Hirafu Hanazono: -12.2℃, SSE4.5m/s. Hanazono 800m: -9.5℃, SSE0.0m/s. Coastal data: Benkei cape SSW2m/s, Kamui cape S2m/s, 1017hPa, 0.7m waves. The atmospheric pressure gradient is flat and the weather is calm over the mountains and the sea. There might not be snow falling, but cold air is still flowing in. According to observations, the snowdrifts that developed in leeward slopes are now mostly stable. The general avalanche risk is low and all gates are scheduled to open. Please follow the ski patrol’s instructions. This avalanche information evaluates the hazards based on weather and snowfall transition. The wind generates snowdrifts and builds cornices. The snow brought by the wind has broken crystals and accumulates in leeward slopes. Those snowdrifts consolidate and stabilise with time, however if these snowdrifts are being stimulated before sinter-consolidation, their structures ruptures and cause an avalanche. The fracture is transmitted throughout the slope in a matter of a split second. Most avalanche accidents, not only in Niseko, occur in these circumstances. Extra caution is required during and just after storms, no matter the slope aspect. The snow particles are equally wind-affected whether on windward or leeward slopes. Accident prevention measures in Niseko are based on this approach. Snow crystal types, surface hoar, south-coast cyclones, storms slabs… Many terms are being used these days, but just knowing those terms will not save you from accidents. The snow above 800m elevation is in epic condition, however a little mediocre in the trees. Is your beacon turned on? Winter sports will never be 100% safe. Niseko Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Wednesday 6th March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 841cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 83 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 32cm reported 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 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 Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 2cm Snowfall at base this season 451cm Posted on Tuesday 5th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Good morning. It is a cloudy morning across the region. 3cm of snow since yesterday. The Mens Riesen run has re-opened which is good to see. (The official website is down this morning so difficult to confirm details this morning). Naeba Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Tuesday 5th March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 451cm Number of days snowfall observed 32 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 32cm 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 Geto Kogen region of Iwate New snowfall at base 12cm Snowfall at base this season 1033cm Posted on Tuesday 5th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Geto Kogen Now report can be found here . Good morning. The snow continued yesterday and we have another 12cm of it by base, though the ski area reports an additional 37cm. Sounds great! It had eased off but it is snowing once again now. We're not expecting much today though, just cloudy skies. More snow due by just before the weekend. 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): 340cm (top) 250cm (base) Geto Kogen Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Tuesday 5th March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 1033cm Number of days snowfall observed 63 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 175cm observed 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 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