Independent snow and weather reporting from the Geto Kogen region of Iwate New snowfall at base 17cm Snowfall at base this season 24cm Posted on Tuesday 14th November 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Geto Kogen Now report can be found here . Good news this morning. The snow that started yesterday continued during the day and overnight. The result is a base of 21cm (and 30cm on upper areas of the mountain according to the ski area). That's not enough to open and it doesn't look like there's much chance of more before the planned opening date of 18th November, so expect a delay. Also, looking at different forecasts, it will surely getting somewhat milder over the next several days with rain due on Friday (even higher on the mountain). Geto Kogen Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Tuesday 14th November 2023 Total snowfall at base so far 24cm Number of days snowfall observed 2 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 17cm (on 14th November) November 2023 snowfall 24cm 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 Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 11cm Snowfall at base this season 25cm Posted on Tuesday 14th November 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . The winter conditions continue in Furano. It is snowing moderately and there is 11cm of new snow on the ground. The snow is expected to stop in the morning and the outlook is for cold but sunny conditions on Wednesday and Thursday. Furano Ski Resort has a target opening date of 25 November 2023 subject to snow condition. Furano Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Tuesday 14th November 2023 Total snowfall at base 25cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 3 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 11cm (14th November) November 2023 snowfall 25cm 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 Furano. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Niseko region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 19cm Snowfall at base this season 42cm Posted on Monday 13th November 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Niseko Now report can be found here Following yesterday's snow during the day and overnight, I have another 19cm of fresh snow to report this morning. For the record, JMA is reporting 10cm over the last 24 hours, so apparently less down at 176m and to the east of Kutchan station (as you would expect). Old-timers like me will remember that oftentimes, after the first snowfall of the season, it warms up a little before winter starts 'properly'. And this first layer can disappear. Things will be getting milder from Wednesday for at least a few days, but still, with me reporting around 40cm so far down at the base, it is a very encouraging start. I am enjoying this! And I think some celebratory toast is most definitely called for. ---------- Planned opening date:1st December 2023: Niseko Village Ski Resort Planned opening date: 2nd December 2023: Niseko Annupuri Kokusai Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort Niseko HANAZONO Resort Niseko Tokyu Grand Hirafu Planned opening date: unconfirmed (probably late December): Asahigaoka Niseko Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Monday 13th November 2023 Total snowfall at base so far 42cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 3 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 19cm (13th November) November 2023 snowfall 42cm 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 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 Geto Kogen region of Iwate New snowfall at base 7cm Snowfall at base this season 7cm Posted on Monday 13th November 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Geto Kogen Now report can be found here . Welcome back! A quick report to record the 5-10cm of snowfall we have received at base since yesterday. Geto Kogen is/was hoping to open on Saturday 18th November. We will of course need a lot more snow for that to happen. While we might get some more today, clearer skies are possible for the following few days. So an opening on Saturday seems very unlikely. Anyhow, we'll see how things shape up! Geto Kogen Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Monday 13th November 2023 Total snowfall at base so far 7cm Number of days snowfall observed 1 day Most snowfall observed on 1 day 7cm (on 13th November) November 2023 snowfall 7cm observed on 1 day 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 Madarao region of Nagano New snowfall at base 4cm Snowfall at base this season 4cm Weather overview Cloud with a bit of sun Wind Light Temperature - Visibility Good Posted on Monday 13th November 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Madarao Now report can be found here . Good morning from Madarao. It's a good Monday morning as we have had some snowfall. :) The sun is even peeping through some clouds at the moment too, so everywhere looks lovely and white/silver-y and there's some (just a little) blue sky starting to appear as I write this. I wouldn't expect this current layer of snow to last. Think of it as a pre-season burst of excitement. Tomorrow and the day after are going to bring us more sun and milder temps with more precipitation due Friday. Might be rain (especially lower), might be snow if we are lucky. We are still more than a month away from the ski lifts opening at both Madarao and Tangram. Both plan to open on Saturday, 16th December. Plenty of time for the build-up. Madarao Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Monday 13th November 2023 Total snowfall at base 4cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 1 day Most snowfall observed in 1 day 4cm (on 13th November) November 2023 snowfall 4cm 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 Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 4cm Snowfall at base this season 5cm Posted on Monday 13th November 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . Good morning from Shiga Kogen. There's snow on the roads this morning and the slopes are white again. Perhaps 3-4cm in places around my place, and probably more higher up. Tomorrow through Friday is expected to be somewhat milder with a good chance of clearer skies and sunshine. Don't be too surprised if some slopes go green once again. Or maybe not. Let's see what nature brings us. No word yet from Yokoteyama on their plans for opening (basically as soon as they can) and Kumanoyu has a planned opening date of 18th November. That's this coming weekend, of course. I'll keep you posted on happenings before then. The section of Route 292 connecting Shiga Kogen with Kusatsu (Gunma Prefecture) officially closes for the winter from 1pm on 15th November. However, it may be closed at times before then depending on weather conditions. Various bits of information filtering through! The 'early season' is defined as 2nd December through 22nd December. Looks like the Shiga Kogen Powder Express (park and ride service) is scheduled as operating between 2nd December 2023 and 1st April 2024. Shiga Kogen Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Monday 13th November 2023 Total snowfall at base 5cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 2 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 4cm (13th November) November 2023 snowfall 5cm 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 Myoko region of Niigata New snowfall at base 0cm Snowfall at base this season 0cm Posted on Monday 13th November 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . The snow made it all the way down to base level at Akakan this morning, and again in the afternoon, so it seems like a good time to give a little preview of the coming season. It’s always fun to see the first November snow. We don’t expect it to last, but it has that smell, that look…. The fun is coming soon. One thing we haven’t had in a few years are the November falls that come down heavy and wet and pretty deep, taking down a lot of tree branches and catching people off-guard and without snow tires. Which I guess I should miss, apart from the free tree trimming. Not a lot going on in pre-season Myoko, to be honest. Looks like a small increase in lift ticket prices (but, especially for people coming into the country with currency that’s much stronger this year against the yen, the price is probably the same or even lower than last year). Akakura Kanko has done a lot of cosmetic work around the gondola house, including a new artificial waterfall area just to the right of the lift entry, although I don’t know if the water will be flowing during winter. This being Myoko, it would probably be buried even if the water were flowing (please see most local streams and rivers). There has been a lot of talk about the new IC-card-based lift ticket system. Instead of rumors, I’ll report back after the area meeting on December 1, when the two Akakura resorts go over the coming season. Now, just for some practical information. I get a lot of mail from people who are coming in early-mid December; there are others who are looking to go for a backcountry trip before the start of the new year. Here’s my advice after, let’s just say, multiple decades here. I’m happy if we get a white Christmas; so many times it seems like the snow just won’t fall, but it almost always falls in time for the lifts to open just in time for that Yuletide joy. The resorts usually schedule the opening for mid-December, and they often make it, but be ready for a bit of a wait. Maybe do a little smelt fishing on Lake Nojiri. For backcountry, I wish everyone could visit during summer and see what a jungle we actually are here. There is no treeline here; the giant Ermon’s birches that grow at the higher altitudes reach all the way up to the peak of Mt. Myoko. Until enough snow falls to cover the vines and bend down the saplings, it’s almost impossible to ski through the forests. And it’s all forest. So that’s where we are now. I will write again once the official information about operations come out in a few weeks. So until then, wax the skis, watch some movies, get some exercise and get ready for the time when the snow actually comes in quantity. Myoko Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Monday 13th November 2023 Total snowfall at base so far 0cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 0 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 0cm November 2023 snowfall 0cm 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 18cm Snowfall at base this season 23cm Posted on Sunday 12th November 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Niseko Now report can be found here I am very happy to be able to report a decent amount of fresh snow on the ground this morning. I have just measured a further 18cm since my report yesterday and it is still snowing. At 8am, the JMA (Japan Meteorological Agency) was reporting 27cm of snow since yesterday at their measuring point in Kutchan. That is located east of the ski areas. The snow might ease off at times, but there should be more to come over the next few days before it starts to get a little warmer from around Wednesday. This is all very encouraging and exciting, of course. Yey! ---------- It is very curious how many ski areas wait so long to refresh their own information about the season that is about to start. The guys working on updating SnowJapan talk about (and get frustrated by) this every year. Apparently, well over half of the 450+ ski areas around Japan still have their websites in 2022-2023 mode with zero mention of the upcoming season. Even some quite big ski areas are still stuck in last season. They don't even post a quick message saying that info for the new season will be up soon! At the same time, some of those ski areas have already got printed leaflets made. (A fair amount of which will no doubt end up in a store room, not to be seen by any human eyes). It does seem very odd and I wonder why this situation hasn't changed much in recent years. (And, is it a Japan thing?) The ski area behind Kutchan Station, Asahigaoka, is a small local one, not an international giant, and is one example. At least they say that information for the new season is forthcoming. ---------- More information on the ski areas in Niseko and Kutchan Planned opening date:1st December 2023: Niseko Village Ski Resort Planned opening date: 2nd December 2023: Niseko Annupuri Kokusai Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort Niseko HANAZONO Resort Niseko Tokyu Grand Hirafu Planned opening date: unconfirmed (probably late December): Asahigaoka Niseko Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Sunday 12th November 2023 Total snowfall at base so far 23cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 2 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 18cm (12th November) November 2023 snowfall 23cm 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 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 Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 9cm Snowfall at base this season 14cm Posted on Sunday 12th November 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Just a quick update. After yesterday's report was posted the front continued to dump snow and a further 9cm fell during the day. Temperatures have remained cold throughout today and the ski area is a light coating of white from top to base. Tomorrow 's temperature is expected to be -2c/min and +1c/max. Furano Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Sunday 12th November 2023 Total snowfall at base 14cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 2 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 9cm (12th November) November 2023 snowfall 14cm 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 Furano. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Niseko region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 5cm Snowfall at base this season 5cm Posted on Saturday 11th November 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Niseko Now report can be found here Hurray! First snow on the ground to report this morning... around 5cm of it too in places. Annupuri looks like it might have more than that. Exciting. Some webcams seem to be freaking out about this excite event and shut down (doh), so what I am showing you below is from Annupuri and from lower down than the ski areas (hence less snow). Hopefully there will be more snow to report over the next several days too. Niseko Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Saturday 11th November 2023 Total snowfall at base so far 5cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 1 day Most snowfall observed in 1 day 5cm (11th November) November 2023 snowfall 5cm 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 Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 1cm Snowfall at base this season 1cm Posted on Saturday 11th November 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . Welcome back to the Shiga Kogen Now reports. Snow news this Saturday morning. Yes, there's just over 12cm of snow 'piled up' outside my place this morning. Just a sprinkling in some areas (Hasuike roads) and perhaps a bit more than that in others. Yokoteyama has turned on the snow machines too and busy making more. There is no news on a planned opening date for Yokoteyama just yet, but it's exciting to get this first snow on the ground. And the promise that there might be some more through Monday. I'll keep you posted. The section of Route 292 connecting Shiga Kogen with Gunma Prefecture will close for the winter at 1pm on Wednesday 15th November. The minor roads connecting Shiga Kogen with Nozawa Onsen and with Takayama Village have already closed. Shiga Kogen Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Saturday 11th November 2023 Total snowfall at base 1cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 1 day Most snowfall observed in 1 day 1cm (11th November) November 2023 snowfall 1cm reported on 1 day 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 Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 5cm Snowfall at base this season 5cm Posted on Saturday 11th November 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Hello and welcome back. Suddenly it is all white across the region. This morning has brought the first proper winter blast of the season. It is currently -1c which is a total contrast to the +16c of yesterday. It is snowing moderately and there is 5cm of fresh snow on the ground at base level. Furano Ski Resort has a target opening date of 25 November 2023 subject to snow conditions. The week ahead has more snow forecast so the countdown to having the first runs of the season is on. Furano Now 2023-2024 season Data as of Saturday 11th November 2023 Total snowfall at base 5cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 1 day Most snowfall observed in 1 day 5cm (11th November) November 2023 snowfall 5cm reported on 1 day Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Furano. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com