Independent snow and weather reporting from the Geto Kogen region of Iwate New snowfall at base 52cm Snowfall at base this season 970cm Posted on Sunday 3rd March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Geto Kogen Now report can be found here . The excellent start to March continues with another 0.5m of snow and 80cm of it being reported by the ski area in upper areas. Peak season style Geto Kogen! And it is still snowing with more due through tomorrow. Not much more to say. Might have been good to have more of this about a month ago, but the people here this week should be very pleased. Lifts operating (planned): All scheduled lifts operating. 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) 260cm (base) Geto Kogen Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Sunday 3rd March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 970cm Number of days snowfall observed 61 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 112cm 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 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 9cm Snowfall at base this season 401cm Posted on Sunday 3rd March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Zao Now report can be found here . Today is another foggy start to the day with light snow falling... can't see the top of the mountain from base. Light flakes are falling and wind is light with some slight gusts early on. There's more snow on the forecasts which is very pleasing to see! Zao Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Sunday 3rd March 2024 Total snowfall at base 401cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 53 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 35cm 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 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 1cm Snowfall at base this season 524cm Posted on Sunday 3rd March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . It was a very cold early morning and there is sunshine with some blue this morning. More snow due by tomorrow. It almost feels like what we have now is the real early February weather. And the weather we got last month was the March weather. Weather seems.... confused! But it's good to be here just at the moment. Shiga Kogen Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Sunday 3rd March 2024 Total snowfall at base 524cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 60 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 23cm reported 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 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 Nozawa Onsen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 2cm Snowfall at base this season 496cm Posted on Sunday 3rd March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Nozawa Now report can be found here . It is a lovely morning, though signs of some cloud starting to gather/appear. Fun conditions to enjoy thanks to that recent snow and lots of people around to enjoy it. And, all being well, there will be more fresh snow to report tomorrow morning. :) Fresh snowfall since yesterday afternoon (reported by the ski area): Yamabiko: 10cm Uenotaira: 16cm Hikage: 0cm Nagasaka: 0cm Karasawa: 0cm Official snow depth numbers (reported by the ski area): Yamabiko: 220cm Uenotaira: 190cm Hikage: 65cm Nagasaka: 65cm Karasawa: 35cm All courses apart from the following are now open: Hachiman Kandahar Nozawa Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Sunday 3rd March 2024 Total snowfall at base 496cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 45 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 64cm (23rd December) November 2023 snowfall 21cm reported on 2 days December 2023 snowfall 93cm reported on 10 days January 2024 snowfall 219cm reported on 14 days February 2024 snowfall 135cm reported on 16 days March 2024 snowfall 28cm reported 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 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 Myoko region of Niigata New snowfall at base 13cm Snowfall at base this season 863cm Posted on Sunday 3rd March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . Sunny with a bit of wind today in Myoko. Looks pretty nice out there, with lots of fresh snow and some blue skies. Hopefully it will stay cold so we don't get rain before the next round of snow (which has been the pattern this year). The season is definitely not over yet! Akakura Kanko: 200cm, -5° Akakura Onsen: 235cm, -5° Ikenotaira Onsen Alpen Blick: 150cm, -7° Myoko Suginohara: 120cm, -10° Kyukamura RunRun: 170cm, -4° Seki Onsen: 280cm, -3° Tangram Madarao Tokyu Resort: 120cm, -4° Madarao Mountain Resort: 190cm, -5° Lotte Arai Resort: 368cm, -3.3° Kurohime Kogen Snow Park: 90cm, -6° Myoko Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Sunday 3rd March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 863cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 48 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 64cm reported on 2 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 Niseko region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 14cm Snowfall at base this season 823cm Posted on Saturday 2nd March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Niseko Now report can be found here Well, the snow did arrive and this morning I have just measured 14cm of it. Ski areas reporting up to 20cm and the Avalanche Report mentions 30cm. Very nice. Unfortunately, strong winds are causing issues, with only lower to mid lifts open at the start of the day. All top lifts and a bunch more (including all lifts at the Hanazono area) are closed. After what I said yesterday, it seems like quite a few places have had some good snowfall. Of course, that is great to hear and may it continue! Nature, hey?! ------------------ Niseko Avalanche Report Mountain Base 7am: -10°, 30cm new snow, snowdrift development. Moiwa 800m: -12.9°, WNW9.3m/s , blizzard, poor visibility, cornice and snowdrift development. Mikaeri 764m: -12°, W8.9m/s, blizzard. Annupuri 1100m: -16.3°, W12.8m/s, strong winds, cornice and snowdrift development. Village 1000: -14.8°, WSW12.2m/s. Hanazono 1000m: -15.7°, NNW6.4m/s. Hanazono 3 : -13.1°, NNE4.4m/s. Coastal data: Benkei Cape: NW22m/s. Kamui Cape SW23m/s, 998hPa, wave 2.2m. A winter-like atmospheric pressure pattern is strengthening with blizzard conditions from the base to the peak of the mountain. The snowdrifts can exceed 50 cm at lower elevations and above 700m expect to see depths 150-200 cm. Above 1000m westerly gusts are running 25-30 m/s with continued snowdrift development. The avalanche risk today is VERY HIGH. Even if the lifts run, do not duck ropes to enter the valleys. Main gates will be closed. Please follow patrol instructions. The avalanche risk on surrounding mountains are similarly very high. The snow in the trees is good, however, be careful on steep slopes. Do wait under gully side walls or at the bottom of valleys. This are where the avalanche will run. If you're not there, you won't have an accident. Again, do not duck ropes. If a brave beginner follows someone's tracks under a rope on a day like this, it could easily lead to an accident. Please take care of yourself. Niseko Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Saturday 2nd March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 823cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 80 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 14cm reported 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 Kutchan/Niseko. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Madarao region of Nagano New snowfall at base 37cm Snowfall at base this season 556cm Weather overview Cloud, light snow Wind NW Temperature - Visibility Limited Posted on Saturday 2nd March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Madarao Now report can be found here . Good morning from Madarao. I am back after having to be away for a few days. (Feeling better, though not 100%). What is really great to see, though, is the large amounts of snow we have received over the last couple of days. With another 30+cm since yesterday, it feels like we're back in the middle of a normal season. And that is a good thing. The official snow depth of Madarao is up to 200cm. (I think that might be the first time this season? Forgive me if I am wrong). There might be some sunshine tomorrow. Should be a top quality Sunday! Before that, it should be an excellent Saturday too. Take care out there. Madarao Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Saturday 2nd March 2024 Total snowfall at base 556cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 44 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 62cm reported on 2 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 6cm Snowfall at base this season 438cm Posted on Saturday 2nd March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Morning from Naeba. There has been more fresh snow and it is still snowing lightly this morning. Wind is still an issue too, with the Number 1 gondola scheduled to be up and running today but not starting yet, along with the top Takenokoyama pair lift. Still, this recent snow has really freshened conditions up and it almost feels like mid-season. And interestingly there is snow likely over the coming week from time to time. My main wish after fresh snow is for temperatures to remain low. That would be a big help. There will be fireworks tonight after night skiing. ------------------------- Official snow depth: Summit: 110cm Base: 50cm Scheduled lift operations & other info: Prince Number 1 Gondola ** ON HOLD Prince Number 2 Gondola Takenokoyama romance pair lift ** ON HOLD Takenokodaira romance pair lift Number 4 romance pair lift (open until 8:30pm) Number 3 high speed lift (open until 8:30pm) Number 4 high speed lift Number 5 high speed lift (open until 8:30pm) Number 8 high speed lift Hiuchi pair lift Dragondola 15 of 24 courses are open this morning. Naeba Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Saturday 2nd March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 438cm Number of days snowfall observed 30 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 19cm observed on 2 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 50cm Snowfall at base this season 918cm Posted on Saturday 2nd March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Geto Kogen Now report can be found here . Good morning from Geto Kogen. After a milder kind of day it got colder overnight... and the snow continued. And this March Saturday has to be one of the better mornings of the whole season (in terms of snowfall to report)! The ski area reports 62cm of new snow on the mountain, and there is 0.5m down around base too. What's even better is that more is expected through Monday. Excellent. It's just great to see large amounts of fresh again. It has felt kind of lonely at times without much of that this season. Lifts operating (planned): All scheduled lifts operating. 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): 290cm (top) 230cm (base) Geto Kogen Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Saturday 2nd March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 918cm Number of days snowfall observed 60 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 60cm observed on 2 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 9cm Snowfall at base this season 392cm Posted on Saturday 2nd March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Zao Now report can be found here . Morning from Zao. Last night appears to have been a windy night. The new snowfall is inconsistent with drifts all around. The good thing there, of course, is that means there is more fresh snow again! It's good to see the snow depth numbers going up, too. The sky is cloudy/overcast early on with some openings showcasing a bit of blue sky in places. There might be more snow over the weekend, though. Zao Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Saturday 2nd March 2024 Total snowfall at base 392cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 52 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 26cm observed on 2 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 523cm Posted on Saturday 2nd March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . My first thought this morning was... it's cold! It was quite windy overnight but doesn't seem to be so much at the moment. And while the snow clouds are still over our region, I can see a few patches of blue sky at times peeking through from behind the clouds. It should be a fine morning. Looking ahead, more snow is there on the forecasts across the coming week - though perhaps just modest amounts. If it keeps cold, these renewed conditions should remain very good. Shiga Kogen Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Saturday 2nd March 2024 Total snowfall at base 523cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 59 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 22cm reported on 2 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 Nozawa Onsen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 14cm Snowfall at base this season 494cm Posted on Saturday 2nd March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Nozawa Now report can be found here . Good morning from Nozawa. It's a very pleasingly cold, wintery and snowy Saturday morning! Yesterday in the afternoon the ski area was reporting 4-14cm of new snowfall on the upper areas of the mountain and this morning there's another 10-20cm. Visibility is limited, particularly higher up, at the start of the day, but there's a lot of people around eager to get up there to enjoy the good conditions. If forecasts are right, we might get some clearer skies later in the day. Early March visitors probably feel like they are being rewarded for their decision to visit at this time. (Very pleased for you!) There's a festival type event thingy ('Winter Lantern Festival') going on over at the Nagasaka area this evening at 7pm. Should be fun. Fresh snowfall since yesterday morning (reported by the ski area): Yamabiko: 29cm (14cm + 15cm) Uenotaira: 24cm (4cm + 20cm) Hikage: 10cm Nagasaka: 10cm Karasawa: 10cm Official snow depth numbers (reported by the ski area): Yamabiko: 225cm Uenotaira: 195cm Hikage: 75cm Nagasaka: 75cm Karasawa: 50cm All courses apart from the following are now open: Hachiman Utopia B Kandahar Nozawa Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Saturday 2nd March 2024 Total snowfall at base 494cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 44 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 64cm (23rd December) November 2023 snowfall 21cm reported on 2 days December 2023 snowfall 93cm reported on 10 days January 2024 snowfall 219cm reported on 14 days February 2024 snowfall 135cm reported on 16 days March 2024 snowfall 26cm reported on 2 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