Independent snow and weather reporting from the Geto Kogen region of Iwate New snowfall at base 3cm Snowfall at base this season 1270cm Posted on Monday 27th February 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Geto Kogen Now report can be found here . Hello from Geto Kogen. We had snow and wind yesterday and this morning there is still a bit of wind around but not like yesterday. The sun is out too. 3cm of fresh snow at base and up to 10cm on the mountain. It is forecast to be a warming day - and tomorrow too. Not too much please! Snowfall statistics (as reported by the ski area): New snowfall (top): 10cm Current snow depth (top): 390cm Current snow depth (base): 265cm Total season snowfall so far at top: 1784cm Lifts: - Number 1 Gondola - Number 2 Gondola (closed today: usually open on weekends and holidays) - Number 1 pair lift - Number 2 pair lift - Quad lift Courses: - Normal runs open - Tree run courses will be checked and a decision on opening made after that Geto Kogen Now 2022-2023 season Data as of Monday 27th February 2023 Total snowfall at base so far 1270cm Number of days snowfall observed 73 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 100cm (on 16th December) November 2022 snowfall 0cm December 2022 snowfall 578cm observed on 25 days January 2023 snowfall 462cm observed on 26 days February 2023 snowfall 230cm observed on 22 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 5cm Snowfall at base this season 587cm Posted on Monday 27th February 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . The clear sky last night has translated into a beautiful bluebird morning. It is sunny, and the clear conditions are forecast to stay through the day. The temperature is currently a chilly -16c and the high is expected to shoot up to +1c early afternoon. Wind conditions are calm around base area. There was quite a snow blast before midday yesterday, and this provided a nice fresh top up for the mountain. Kitanomine Zone open Furano Zone open Furano Now 2022-2023 season Data as of Monday 27th February 2023 Total snowfall at base 587cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 70 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 31cm (15th and 18th December) November 2022 snowfall 2cm reported on 1 day December 2022 snowfall 256cm reported on 23 days January 2023 snowfall 150cm reported on 22 days February 2023 snowfall 179cm reported on 24 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 Zao region of Yamagata New snowfall at base 5cm Snowfall at base this season 398cm Posted on Monday 27th February 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Zao Now report can be found here . Anyone here just needs to look out the window to see that a sunny day is ahead of us so lenses for a very bright day. Fortunately, temperatures remain low so that the sunny day forecasted for tomorrow as well means that the snow should not be too affected. It snowed a bit more than anticipated last night so overall a great day ahead. Enjoy. Zao Now 2022-2023 season Data as of Monday 27th February 2023 Total snowfall at base 398cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 62 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 30cm (on 24th December) November 2022 snowfall 0cm December 2022 snowfall 162cm observed on 23 days January 2023 snowfall 137cm observed on 24 days February 2023 snowfall 99cm observed on 15 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 996cm Posted on Monday 27th February 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . The snow has stopped, with very little added overnight, and the sun is getting ready to come out today. It's already pretty clear to the north around Lotte Arai Resort, but a big shadow of clouds is still hanging around Mt. Myoko. This is supposed to break up through the day, but it's also nice in that it will keep the snow shaded and cool and fresh for a little longer. Warmer weather is ahead, then maybe some snow again around Thursday. March may be just about here, but it's not spring yet! Akakura Kanko: 290cm, -6° Akakura Onsen: 340cm, -4° Ikenotaira Onsen Alpen Blick Top 230cm, bottom 200cm; -3° Myoko Suginohara: Top 210cm, bottom 160cm; -7° Seki Onsen: 410cm, -4° Kyukamura RunRun: 330cm, -3° (no new report) Tangram Madarao Tokyu Resort: 200cm, -4° Madarao Mountain Resort: 260cm, -3° Lotte Arai Resort 455cm, 2.3° Kurohime Kogen Snow Park 150cm, -3° Myoko Now 2022-2023 season Data as of Monday 27th February 2023 Total snowfall at base so far 996cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 53 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 66cm (21st February) November 2022 snowfall 0cm December 2022 snowfall 134cm reported on 19 days January 2023 snowfall 491cm reported on 19 days February 2023 snowfall 371cm reported on 15 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Myoko. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Nozawa Onsen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 11cm Snowfall at base this season 814cm Posted on Monday 27th February 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Nozawa Now report can be found here . Well, we got another 20+cm of snow since yesterday on the mountain, according to the ski area, and around 10-15cm around base areas. This morning starts with a mix of cloud and blue sky but forecasts all point to clear and sunny weather for the day today, so we should probably expect the cloud to go away. It is a chilly start but the day will be fairly mild... and warmer still tomorrow and Wednesday. We shouldn't be surprised if it gets to +10C in the village. Yes, friends, we are soon going to have to start talking about spring. But March is always interesting and can bring various surprises. Hopefully snowy ones. And the ski area is open until early May, so there's a long way to go! Fresh snowfall reported by the ski area at 8am (since yesterday morning): - Yamabiko: 19cm - Uenotaira: 25cm - Hikage: 10cm (possibly not updated this morning by ski area at time of my report) - Nagasaka: 15cm - Karasawa: 10cm (possibly not updated this morning by ski area at time of my report) Official snow depth numbers (reported by the ski area): - Yamabiko: 315cm - Uenotaira: 265cm - Hikage: 195cm - Nagasaka: 190cm - Karasawa: 125cm All lifts now normally operating except these lifts: - Mizunashi triple - Yunomine pair - Karasawa pair - Challenge pair (usually closed on weekdays) - Utopia pair (usually closed on weekdays) All courses are now open except the following: - Yunomine A - Kandahar (restrictions) Planned night skiing (Nagasaka quad): - Every Saturday until 25th March 2023 Nozawa Now 2022-2023 season Data as of Monday 27th February 2023 Total snowfall at base 814cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 51 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 62cm (25th January) November 2022 snowfall 0cm December 2022 snowfall 101cm reported on 13 days January 2023 snowfall 388cm reported on 21 days February 2023 snowfall 325cm reported on 17 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 Geto Kogen region of Iwate New snowfall at base 15cm Snowfall at base this season 1267cm Posted on Sunday 26th February 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Geto Kogen Now report can be found here . Good morning from Geto Kogen. This morning an interesting set of numbers. About 15cm down at base, but the ski area is reporting 37cm higher up. This kind of difference, I feel, happens more and more as the spring season approaches (hopefully not 'here' yet!) The snow stopped in the evening yesterday but started up again overnight. The forecast for the day is snow and just cloudy at times. Early on very limited visibility; hopefully that will improve. Clearer skies are due from tomorrow for a few days. Snowfall statistics (as reported by the ski area): New snowfall (top): 40cm Current snow depth (top): 400cm Current snow depth (base): 270cm Total season snowfall so far at top: 1781cm Lifts: - Number 1 Gondola - Number 2 Gondola (open today: usually open on weekends and holidays) - Number 1 pair lift - Number 2 pair lift - Quad lift Courses: - Normal runs open - Tree run courses will be checked and a decision on opening made after that Geto Kogen Now 2022-2023 season Data as of Sunday 26th February 2023 Total snowfall at base so far 1267cm Number of days snowfall observed 72 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 100cm (on 16th December) November 2022 snowfall 0cm December 2022 snowfall 578cm observed on 25 days January 2023 snowfall 462cm observed on 26 days February 2023 snowfall 227cm observed on 21 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 7cm Snowfall at base this season 582cm Posted on Sunday 26th February 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Light snow is falling at a moderate rate and there is 7cm of fresh on the ground. The cloud is low, and this combined with the snowfall means visibility is poor at the moment, but may improve during the morning. Wind conditions are calm at base with a light breeze higher up. The temperature is -9c and the high for the day will be -4c. Kitanomine Zone open Furano Zone open Furano Now 2022-2023 season Data as of Sunday 26th February 2023 Total snowfall at base 582cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 69 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 31cm (15th and 18th December) November 2022 snowfall 2cm reported on 1 day December 2022 snowfall 256cm reported on 23 days January 2023 snowfall 150cm reported on 22 days February 2023 snowfall 174cm reported on 23 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 Zao region of Yamagata New snowfall at base 2cm Snowfall at base this season 393cm Posted on Sunday 26th February 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Zao Now report can be found here . A small amount last night but together with yesterday's keeps the higher slopes softer. It is brightening earlier than expected but the tops are still in fog albeit not that bad to see the terrain as you go. Expect high winds today so look out for potential closures. Those still here tomorrow, don't forget that the Ryuzan slopes (far left) are only open on the weekend/long weekends and are worth going to. Light snow showers may be prevalent throughout the day which will add but not a lot. We need it as temperatures and blue skies are expected early in the week. Official snow depth: - Summit: 185cm - Paradise: 200cm - Chuo: 200cm - Utopia: 195cm - Uwanodai: 130cm - Yokokura: 125cm Zao Now 2022-2023 season Data as of Sunday 26th February 2023 Total snowfall at base 393cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 61 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 30cm (on 24th December) November 2022 snowfall 0cm December 2022 snowfall 162cm observed on 23 days January 2023 snowfall 137cm observed on 24 days February 2023 snowfall 94cm observed on 14 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 33cm Snowfall at base this season 993cm Posted on Sunday 26th February 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . An interesting weather day in Myoko on this Sunday. Wind, blowing snow, drifts, then some sun, rinse and repeat. It's quieted down at the moment I'm typing this, but I don't want to repeat yesterday (when I said things have quieted down, and then they didn't). Not that I feel guilty; hey, it's winter mountain weather and consistency is not to be excepted. Or wanted. Anyway, this means nice fresh snow this morning and some pretty good conditions on the hill. Go forth and slide. Akakura Kanko: 290cm, -7° Akakura Onsen: 345cm, -4° Ikenotaira Onsen Alpen Blick Top 230cm, bottom 200cm; -4° Myoko Suginohara: Top 220cm, bottom 160cm; -7° Seki Onsen: 410cm, -6° Kyukamura RunRun: 330cm, -3° Tangram Madarao Tokyu Resort: 200cm, -5° Madarao Mountain Resort: 270cm, -6° Lotte Arai Resort 473cm, 2° Kurohime Kogen Snow Park 150cm, -7° Myoko Now 2022-2023 season Data as of Sunday 26th February 2023 Total snowfall at base so far 993cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 52 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 66cm (21st February) November 2022 snowfall 0cm December 2022 snowfall 134cm reported on 19 days January 2023 snowfall 491cm reported on 19 days February 2023 snowfall 368cm reported on 14 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Myoko. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Nozawa Onsen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 34cm Snowfall at base this season 803cm Posted on Sunday 26th February 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Nozawa Now report can be found here . We did get some snow yesterday, but it didn't amount to that much in terms of cm (3-5cm reported by the ski area yesterday afternoon). The taps were turned on more overnight with the ski area reporting an additional 25-35cm overnight. Excellent. There's some really good snow out there this morning. It is still snowing and we might get some more, but the snow clouds are due to clear by tomorrow. Sunny skies are forecast for tomorrow and Tuesday along with some warmth, particularly on Tuesday. And then it will be March. Yikes. Where did the season go? Nozawa plans to open until early May, so there is a long way to go. Fresh snowfall becomes more and more precious as time goes on... let's appreciating. Fresh snowfall reported by the ski area at 8am (since yesterday morning): - Yamabiko: 40cm - Uenotaira: 39cm - Hikage: 38cm - Nagasaka: 38cm - Karasawa: 28cm Official snow depth numbers (reported by the ski area): - Yamabiko: 320cm - Uenotaira: 265cm - Hikage: 190cm - Nagasaka: 185cm - Karasawa: 125cm All lifts now normally operating except these lifts: - Mizunashi triple - Yunomine pair - Karasawa pair All courses are now open except the following: - Yunomine A - Kandahar (restrictions) Planned night skiing (Nagasaka quad): - Every Saturday until 25th March 2023 Nozawa Now 2022-2023 season Data as of Sunday 26th February 2023 Total snowfall at base 803cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 50 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 62cm (25th January) November 2022 snowfall 0cm December 2022 snowfall 101cm reported on 13 days January 2023 snowfall 388cm reported on 21 days February 2023 snowfall 314cm reported on 16 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Nozawa Onsen. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Hakuba region of Nagano New snowfall at base 4cm Snowfall at base this season 430cm Posted on Sunday 26th February 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Hakuba Now report can be found here . Hello from Hakuba on this Sunday morning. Hakuba Cortina is once again reporting the most fresh snow, with 20-25cm at the top. Others are, as you can see below, reporting just a few cm. The sun is out in places this morning, with blue sky away from the mountains and higher elevations generally remaining in cloud. Expect sun for the day tomorrow and Tuesday, along with calm conditions and warmer conditions (Tuesday more than tomorrow on that last point). --------------- Total snowfall accumulation this season so far (in upper areas) [The information below is manually checked with official sources and updated every morning] ABLE Hakuba Goryu: 620cm Hakuba 47: 562cm Hakuba Happo-one: 528cm Hakuba Cortina: 765cm Tsugaike Mountain Resort: 643cm --------------- ABLE Hakuba Goryu Reported snowfall: Upper: 5cm (Alps Daira) Official snow depth: Upper: 290cm Toomi: 105cm Hakuba 47 Reported snowfall since last night: Upper: 5cm Base: 0cm Official snow depth: Top: 290cm Base: 150cm Hakuba Cortina Top: 20-25cm Official snow depth: 270cm Hakuba Happo-one Reported snowfall: Kurobishi: 0cm Usagidaira: 3cm Top of Riesen quad: 5cm (social media) Nakiyama: 1cm Official snow depth: Kurobishi: 290cm Usagidaira: 176cm Nakiyama: 82cm Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field Reported snowfall: Mountain Side: 5cm Village Side: 5cm Official snow depth: Mountain Side: 190cm Village Side: 70cm Hakuba Norikura Onsen Official snow depth: 275cm Jigatake Official snow depth: 80cm Kashimayari Official snow depth: 200cm Tsugaike Mountain Resort Official snow depth: Upper: 226cm Lower: 121cm White Resort Hakuba Sanosaka Official snow depth: 125cm Hakuba Now 2022-2023 season Data as Sunday 26th February 2023 Total snowfall at base so far 430cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 47 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 31cm (25th December) November 2022 snowfall 0cm December 2022 snowfall 164cm reported on 17 days January 2023 snowfall 178cm reported on 17 days February 2023 snowfall 88cm reported on 13 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Hakuba. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Geto Kogen region of Iwate New snowfall at base 4cm Snowfall at base this season 1252cm Posted on Saturday 25th February 2023 This is an archived report. The latest Geto Kogen Now report can be found here . We ended up having generally fine weather yesterday. It started snowing overnight and it is snowing this morning. Up to 12cm is reported by the ski area and I have 4cm to report from base. Hopefully there will be more during the day today and into tomorrow too. All lifts are go! Snowfall statistics (as reported by the ski area): New snowfall (top): 12cm Current snow depth (top): 360cm Current snow depth (base): 255cm Total season snowfall so far at top: 1741cm Lifts: - Number 1 Gondola - Number 2 Gondola (open today: usually open on weekends and holidays) - Number 1 pair lift - Number 2 pair lift - Quad lift Courses: - Normal runs open - Tree run courses will be checked and a decision on opening made after that Geto Kogen Now 2022-2023 season Data as of Saturday 25th February 2023 Total snowfall at base so far 1252cm Number of days snowfall observed 71 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 100cm (on 16th December) November 2022 snowfall 0cm December 2022 snowfall 578cm observed on 25 days January 2023 snowfall 462cm observed on 26 days February 2023 snowfall 212cm observed on 20 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