Independent snow and weather reporting from the Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 2cm Snowfall at base this season 604cm Posted on Monday 11th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . Hello from Shiga Kogen. It was really cold early morning and while we will have sun today snow conditions should be keeping very nice this morning. Ski areas aren't reporting any snow this morning. The snow in my report is left overs from yesterday (post report yesterday). If the forecasts are correct, we might get more snow (and a decent amount of it) later tomorrow and into Wednesday. Shiga Kogen Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Monday 11th March 2024 Total snowfall at base 604cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 67 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 103cm 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 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 Niseko region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 13cm Snowfall at base this season 859cm Posted on Sunday 10th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Niseko Now report can be found here Well, it's always nice to be surprised (* with nice things) isn't it? And this morning we have a very nice new layer of fresh snow to play with! Down here near base I have measured 13cm. The ski areas are reporting 15-20cm of fresh snow on the mountain and the Avalanche Report is mentioning 25cm. Excellent! As I write this report it is kind of overcast but it is bright with hints of blue in places - and it's snowing lightly too. Pretty. Better still, it's not windy either and all lifts are scheduled to be open as normal. I imagine we will have some fun conditions this morning. ------------------ Niseko Avalanche Report Mountain Base 6am: -8°, 25cm new new snow to dawn, calm. Moiwa 800m: -8.2°, NNW4.8m/s, 25cm new snow, minor snowdrift development. Mikaeri 764m:-7°, NNW1.6m/s, 25cm new snow, good visibility. Annupuri 1100m: -11.6°, NNW5.7m/s, 30cm new snow, minor snowdrift development. Village 1000m: -9.9°, NNW6.7m/s. Hanazono 1000m: -11.4°, W8.3m/s. Hanazono 3 : -7.9°, N0.0m/s. Coastal data: Benkei Cape: NE2m/s. Kamui Cape: NNW7m/s, 1019hPa, wave 0.6m. We are currently in a high pressure zone with light winds, however cold air is continuing to flow in and has caused unexpected snowfall at all levels. The groomers are reset and the snow is good. There has been no significant snowdrift development and the general avalanche risk is low. All gates are expected to be open. Please follow the patrols directions. Do not traverse cornice slopes. Do not carelessly jump from knolls. Ride one by one, not at the same time. Do not ride the creek lines or stop in the valley bottoms. The sun is starting to form slabs in south facing Strictly Off Limits areas and there is the risk large avalanches by shocks propagating to deeper layers. Never enter these areas. Do not duck ropes. The mountains are never 100% safe. Areas outside the gates are not part of the ski area. Take your beacon. Have a good day. ------------------ Individual ski area information for Sunday 10th March 2024 The below snow depth and snowfall numbers are manually checked each morning from official sources. Lift information is the planned operations for the day at the time of writing and subject to change. Niseko Tokyu Grand Hirafu Official 24 hours snowfall (reported by the ski area): - Peak: 20cm - Base: 20cm Official snow depth (reported by the ski area): - Peak: 320cm (+20cm since yesterday) - Base: 100cm (no change since yesterday) Lifts (scheduled): - All lifts apart from King Number 1 pair and King Number 2 quad (normal operations) - The Ace Family quad, Ace Number 2 quad (Center Four), Hirafu Gondola and Holiday Number 1 pair lifts are scheduled to be open until 7:00pm ------------------ Niseko HANAZONO Resort Official 24 hours snowfall (reported by the ski area): - Peak: 15cm - Base: 5cm Official snow depth (reported by the ski area): - Peak: 265cm (+14cm since yesterday) - Base: 170cm (+4cm since yesterday) Lifts (scheduled): - All lifts - The Hanazono Symphony Gondola is scheduled to be open until 7:00pm ------------------ Niseko Annupuri Kokusai Official snow depth (reported by the ski area): - Peak: 220cm (no change since yesterday) - Base: 140cm (no change since yesterday) Lifts (scheduled): - All lifts - The Jumbo Number 1 quad lift is scheduled to be open until 7:30pm ------------------ Niseko Village Ski Resort Official snow depth (reported by the ski area): - Peak: 231cm (no change since yesterday) - Base: 138cm (+11cm since yesterday) Lifts (scheduled): - All lifts apart from Country Road - The Upper Village Gondola, Village Express and Banzai Chair are scheduled to be open until 7:00pm ------------------ Floodlit night skiing is planned daily until Wednesday 20th March 2024. Night skiing is usually until 7:00pm at Hirafu, Hanazono, Village and until 7:30pm at Annupuri. Niseko Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Sunday 10th March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 859cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 86 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 50cm 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 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. 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Independent snow and weather reporting from the Madarao region of Nagano New snowfall at base 26cm Snowfall at base this season 640cm Weather overview Light snow Wind NW Temperature - Visibility Varied Posted on Sunday 10th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Madarao Now report can be found here . Good morning from Madarao. More snow. Another 20+cm of it. The ski area is reporting 20cm. There was 26cm at my measuring point. Lots. Good times. I have now reported more snowfall in March than I did for the whole of February. Wild. (Check out the Season archives tab at the top of this report). Sunshine is expected tomorrow morning. Madarao Mountain Resort - Fresh snowfall reported by the ski area: 20cm - All lifts operating apart from Number 5 - Tree runs that are open: All appear to be planning on opening - Official snow depth: 220cm Tangram Ski Circus - All five lifts are operating - Official snow depth: 155cm Madarao Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Sunday 10th March 2024 Total snowfall at base 640cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 51 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 146cm 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 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 10cm Snowfall at base this season 1049cm Posted on Sunday 10th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Geto Kogen Now report can be found here . Morning from Geto Kogen. 10cm of fresh this morning with some more due into tomorrow. Some nice conditions to enjoy. 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): 312cm (top) 232cm (base) Geto Kogen Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Sunday 10th March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 1049cm Number of days snowfall observed 66 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 191cm 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 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 4cm Snowfall at base this season 433cm Posted on Sunday 10th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Zao Now report can be found here . It's a foggy morning and not much of the lower runs even can be seen. We might have some blue sky later and a good chance that tomorrow will start off clear with some sun. 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: 170cm Paradise area: 170cm Summit area: 150cm Zao Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Sunday 10th March 2024 Total snowfall at base 433cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 59 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 67cm 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 Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 35cm Snowfall at base this season 602cm Posted on Sunday 10th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . Full-on winter continues with another 30-40cm (and more) of fresh snow. There's a bit of wind about and varied amounts in different places, but it's going to be good numbers wherever you look. I wouldn't be surprised if there wasn't over 50cm in places. Here's what ski areas are reporting. Kumanoyu: 30cm (7am) Yakebitaiyama: 25cm (3am... it has been snowing a lot since then). Snow is still coming down at quite the rate though it will likely ease off as the day progresses.\ We will get a break from the snow tomorrow with a good chance of sunshine, but there's more snow incoming around late Tuesday/Wednesday. (* Just ignore the official snow depths. Often they don't move even when there's a very large amount of fresh snow!) Shiga Kogen Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Sunday 10th March 2024 Total snowfall at base 602cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 66 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 101cm 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 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 31cm Snowfall at base this season 964cm Posted on Sunday 10th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . March madness continues!! (I wish I had suitable theme music for this kind of thing). Almost the same snowfall as yesterday, meaning some of the best snow of the season. I will smugly say I predicted this: most of our international friends have departed, and the snow has finally started to fall for more than one day in a row. It could be sunny tomorrow, the forecast says, then back to snow on Tuesday and Wednesday. (OK, maybe some rain in there, but let's hope). Akakura Kanko: 280cm, -6° Akakura Onsen: 290cm, -3° Ikenotaira Onsen Alpen Blick: 230cm, -7° Myoko Suginohara: 200cm, -8° Kyukamura RunRun: 220cm, -2° Seki Onsen: 280cm, -5° Tangram Madarao Tokyu Resort: 155cm, -4° Madarao Mountain Resort: 220cm, -2° Lotte Arai Resort: 423cm, 2.1° Kurohime Kogen Snow Park: 120cm, -3° Myoko Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Sunday 10th March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 964cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 54 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 165cm 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 Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 16cm Snowfall at base this season 495cm Posted on Sunday 10th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Good morning from Naeba. More fresh snow since yesterday, with 16cm measured. There might be a few more before the snow finishes up. Clearer skies are expected tomorrow morning with some more snow due Tuesday. Nice conditions that make us feel it's February rather than approaching the middle of March... ------------------------- Official snow depth: Summit: 150cm Base: 70cm Scheduled lift operations & other info: Prince Number 1 Gondola 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) Number 8 high speed lift Hiuchi pair lift Dragondola 23 of 24 courses are open this morning. Naeba Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Sunday 10th March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 495cm Number of days snowfall observed 36 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 76cm 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 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 Madarao region of Nagano New snowfall at base 20cm Snowfall at base this season 614cm Weather overview Overcast Wind Moderate Temperature - Visibility Varied Posted on Saturday 9th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Madarao Now report can be found here . It's a good start to the weekend. Around 20cm or so of fresh snow overnight with more due through tomorrow. As of 8:30am it is not snowing and there is even a hint of the sun breaking through, so I wonder how the day will turn out. The brighter vibes might be temporary. Monday is currently forecast to be sunny. Sounds like it might be a good day to take a holiday! Madarao Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Saturday 9th March 2024 Total snowfall at base 614cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 50 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 120cm 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 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 Zao region of Yamagata New snowfall at base 6cm Snowfall at base this season 429cm Posted on Saturday 9th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Zao Now report can be found here . Good morning. White-out early on this morning. Not too much accumulation, but the winds are strong and blowing the little bit of snow around. It is also foggy and I can't see any runs at time of writing. Light snow might continue over the weekend with perhaps some sunshine due on Monday. Zao Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Saturday 9th March 2024 Total snowfall at base 429cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 58 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 63cm 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

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 18cm Snowfall at base this season 567cm Posted on Saturday 9th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . Good morning from Shiga Kogen as the mid-winter-like early March continues to deliver. It's cold. It's snowy. It's quite windy too. Kumanoyu: 15cm (7am) Yakebitaiyama: 10cm (3am...there will be lots more since then) I'm guessing there might be 30+cm out there on the slopes this morning. Perhaps even more. Whatever the number, there's some good fresh snow out there with more expected today and into tomorrow. Shiga Kogen Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Saturday 9th March 2024 Total snowfall at base 567cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 65 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 66cm 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 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 28cm Snowfall at base this season 933cm Posted on Saturday 9th March 2024 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . Nice snow overnight, with some pretty strong winds overnight and at times this morning. Great snow, but be ready for some lift closures if it starts to blow again, and it looks like the wind will get increasingly strong midday. Once again, too, if you're going backcountry, really think twice about heading into steep, open terrain. High winds and lots of snow are big red flags; we've had enough accidents this year! We want you safe, so pick gentle terrain in the trees if you do go out. And, frankly, a lot of you "I never ski groomed" folks could really work on your turns! Carving a perfect arc is right up there with overhead powder in the feels-good category. The Yama no Kami mini-festival happens at the little shrine next to the Hotel No. 2 lift at 11 this morning. The hotel is giving away a whole bunch of wooden masu cups, with saké in it for the kampai! of course. Akakura Kanko: 250cm, -6° Akakura Onsen: 265cm, -4° Ikenotaira Onsen Alpen Blick: 200cm, -7° Myoko Suginohara: 180cm, -10° (yesterday's report) Kyukamura RunRun: 220cm, -2° Seki Onsen: 280cm, -5° Tangram Madarao Tokyu Resort: 150cm, -3° Madarao Mountain Resort: 200cm, -7° Lotte Arai Resort: 407cm, 2.8° Kurohime Kogen Snow Park: 100cm, -5° (up to a meter snowpack!) Myoko Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Saturday 9th March 2024 Total snowfall at base so far 933cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 53 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 134cm 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 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