Independent snow and weather reporting from the Niseko region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 3cm Snowfall at base this season 55cm Posted on Tuesday 26th November 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Niseko Now report can be found here I bring fresh snowfall news. 3cm of it down to my base point, so it is just a thin layer but certainly better than rain. It was coming down quite nicely at one point yesterday afternoon and I am hearing from a resort working friend that around 10cm or so had fallen higher on the mountain. So that is good news. There is quite a lot of cloud around this morning but we are still expecting some sunshine during the day. --- Planned opening dates: Niseko Annupuri As soon as there is enough snow Niseko Grand Hirafu As soon as there is enough snow Niseko Village Sunday 1st December 2019 Niseko HANAZONO Resort Saturday 7th December 2019 ---- Night time operations will be available at the Niseko Grand Hirafu, Niseko Village and Niseko Annupuri resorts. That is planned daily between Wednesday 11th December 2019 and Sunday 22nd March 2020. Niseko Now 2019-2020 season Data as of Tuesday 26th November 2019 Total snowfall at base so far 55cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 7 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 18cm (16th November) November 2019 snowfall 55cm 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. 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 1cm Snowfall at base this season 4cm Posted on Thursday 21st November 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Morning, just a quick one to add 1cm of snow since my report yesterday. Alas, Kagura will not be opening on Saturday - they have announced a delay. As always keep an eye on Yuzawa Now reports for daily updates before Naeba opens. Naeba Now 2019-2020 season Data as of Thursday 21st November 2019 Total snowfall at base so far 4cm Number of days snowfall observed 2 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 3cm (reported on 20th November) November 2019 snowfall 4cm 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 Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 5cm Snowfall at base this season 65cm Posted on Thursday 21st November 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Yesterday strong winds and snow hit Furano, depositing a little more snow on the ground. It is a nice morning and the snow flurries have stopped for now. The sun is forecast to move to cloudy conditions during the day. Some rain is on the forecast to high elevations over the weekend. Furano Ski Area will open 23 November. Furano Now 2019-2020 season Data as of Thursday 21st November 2019 Total snowfall at base 65cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 3 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 40cm (19th November) November 2019 snowfall 65cm 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 Zao region of Yamagata New snowfall at base 2cm Snowfall at base this season 5cm Posted on Thursday 21st November 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Zao Now report can be found here . Quick update with a bit of snow to report this morning but clearer skies now and a warmer weekend lined up. Not much likelihood of snow early week either. I will back with you next week. The resort is on stand-by, waiting for snow. Zao Now 2019-2020 season Data as of Thursday 21st November 2019 Total snowfall at base 5cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 2 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 3cm (on 20th November) November 2019 snowfall 5cm 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 Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 3cm Snowfall at base this season 3cm Posted on Wednesday 20th November 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Hello and good morning from Naeba. It may well be raining down in the central area of Yuzawa town, but down here in Naeba it is snowing and I have the first 3cm of the season to report from base. Those mounds of man-made snow are now surrounded and topped off by some of the real stuff. There's not quite enough to give the lower slopes a complete white cover but things are definitely looking winter-like this morning. It is allowed to get really excited about the snow this morning but the forecast isn't showing much more of it through into early next week and a bit of a warmer weekend. (Sorry, just being real!) But hopefully there is a chance that Kagura will be able to open this coming Saturday, and Naeba is heading for an opening on 7th December. Fingers crossed! Naeba Now 2019-2020 season Data as of Wednesday 20th November 2019 Total snowfall at base so far 3cm Number of days snowfall observed 1 day Most snowfall observed on 1 day 3cm (reported on 20th November) November 2019 snowfall 3cm observed 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 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 Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 20cm Snowfall at base this season 60cm Posted on Wednesday 20th November 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . With just a few days to go to opening the situation just keeps getting better. The 40cm of new snow last week has just had a boost with another 20cm overnight. It was pretty windy until about half an hour ago but is much calmer now. Current weather is a thin layer of cloud with the bright sun beaming through and a rather chilly -3c in the village. Furano Now 2019-2020 season Data as of Wednesday 20th November 2019 Total snowfall at base 60cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 2 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 40cm (19th November) November 2019 snowfall 60cm 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 Zao region of Yamagata New snowfall at base 3cm Snowfall at base this season 3cm Posted on Wednesday 20th November 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Zao Now report can be found here . Welcome back and a very good morning to you from Zao. And this morning we celebrate the first snow on the ground down here in the village areas. I have just been out and measured 3cm. I wonder how much there is up on the top of the mountain. It feels cold out. Conditions look set to calm down from tomorrow and then warm up somewhat over the coming weekend so this snow will very likely be disappearing and there won't be any ski lifts able to move this weekend. The resort is on stand-by, waiting for snow. Zao Now 2019-2020 season Data as of Wednesday 20th November 2019 Total snowfall at base 3cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 1 day Most snowfall observed in 1 day 3cm (on 20th November) November 2019 snowfall 3cm 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 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 Geto Kogen region of Iwate New snowfall at base 53cm Snowfall at base this season 58cm Posted on Wednesday 20th November 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Geto Kogen Now report can be found here . Quick report. Tons of fresh snow. Apologies for the brief report, things aren't totally in place yet but... 'Pre-open' happening.... tomorrow! Yes, Geto is opening tomorrow. I will be back with you with more details then. And hopefully reports will be able to get into gear fairly quickly. Geto Kogen Now 2019-2020 season Data as of Wednesday 20th November 2019 Total snowfall at base so far 58cm Number of days snowfall observed 2 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 53cm (on 20th November) November 2019 snowfall 58cm 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 Madarao region of Nagano New snowfall at base 4cm Snowfall at base this season 4cm Weather overview - Wind - Temperature - Visibility - Posted on Wednesday 20th November 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Madarao Now report can be found here . Good morning. Wednesday 20th November --- mark it down! The first snowfall of the season here in Madarao with a thin layer of snow covering the mountain and down to base (though not down to the valleys below). Don't get overly excited just yet though as from tomorrow there will probably be sunshine and warmer conditions over the weekend. Oh heck, let's get excited anyway! :) Madarao Now 2019-2020 season Data as of Wednesday 20th November 2019 Total snowfall at base 4cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 1 day Most snowfall observed in 1 day 4cm (on 20th November) November 2019 snowfall 4cm 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 Madarao. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Niseko region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 18cm Snowfall at base this season 52cm Posted on Wednesday 20th November 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Niseko Now report can be found here It's cold and there is more snow. And a fair good amount of snow too here at base - I am measuring 18cm of it, there's more and less in surrounding areas. (I'll conveniently sort-of ignore pesky winds). It looks like after today we might have clearer weather conditions as the weekend approaches (and warmer again over the weekend), but I am pretty confident we'll be able to enjoy the goods to some extent this coming Saturday. I have no kind of details to share yet from the ski resorts themselves on the subject - no doubt Friday will be the day of such 'news'. I just want to point out that this very early season snow is light good quality stuff too. Exciting times indeed. I can't wait to get back out there. --- I posted this yesterday, but as the audience is not all present and at their seats for the season, I'll post again today for those just joining us today. :) On 7th December, a new 'Mountain Center Annex' facility is planned to open by the base of Niseko Grand Hirafu. The resort says: "Our aim is that visitors will easily be able to enjoy Niseko’s quality of snow while also experiencing a winter resort that is even more satisfying than before. The new Mountain Center Annex is situated in the perfect location, both adjacent to the HIRAFU Gondola Sanroku Station and right in front of the beginner-friendly Holiday Pair Lift, allowing for direct access to the slopes. The Mountain Center Annex features a public area, snow school reception desk, changing rooms and locker rooms on the first floor, with a large-scale ski and snowboard rental shop, boasting a floor area of 802 sqm, on the second floor." So now you know! Over at Niseko Hanazono, the new 'Hanazono EDGE' ski center will also be opening. And then early next year the Park Hyatt Niseko HANAZONO. Loads of investment over the last however many years, mostly down at base (rather than things like lifts... but that is perhaps another talking point!) The area sure looks rather different than it did ten and twenty years ago. As I munch on some morning toast, I often wonder how things will shape up ten and twenty years into the future... --- Planned season dates: Niseko Annupuri Saturday 23rd November 2019 until Wednesday 6th May 2020 Niseko Grand Hirafu Saturday 23rd November 2019 until Wednesday 6th May 2020 Niseko Village Sunday 1st December 2019 until Wednesday 6th May 2020 Niseko HANAZONO Resort Saturday 7th December 2019 until early April 2020 ---- Night time operations will be available at the Niseko Grand Hirafu, Niseko Village and Niseko Annupuri resorts. That is planned daily between Wednesday 11th December 2019 and Sunday 22nd March 2020. Niseko Now 2019-2020 season Data as of Wednesday 20th November 2019 Total snowfall at base so far 52cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 6 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 18cm (16th November) November 2019 snowfall 52cm reported on 6 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in 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 40cm Snowfall at base this season 40cm Posted on Tuesday 19th November 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Furano Ski Area is expected to open for the 2019/2020 winter season on 23 November. With the skiing nearly upon us it was pleasing to see some heavy snowfalls last week deposit 40cm of snow in the village. The slopes are now completely covered and there is a solid base on the upper mountain. It has been snowing moderately today and further snowfall is forecast for tomorrow and Thursday. Furano Now 2019-2020 season Data as of Tuesday 19th November 2019 Total snowfall at base 40cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 1 day Most snowfall observed in 1 day 40cm (19th November) November 2019 snowfall 40cm 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

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Niseko region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 2cm Snowfall at base this season 34cm Posted on Tuesday 19th November 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Niseko Now report can be found here Good morning from my top secret Hirafu base. It is a bit colder again this morning after being noticeably warmer yesterday with some spots of rain as well. The 2cm of snow I am posting in this report appeared since my last report and before the rain (which meant it quickly disappeared from my measuring point). It is cloudy right now as I look out the window but snow is due today and into tomorrow. Come on!! --- No fresh opening related news from the ski resorts as yet regarding the upcoming weekend. On 7th December, a new 'Mountain Center Annex' facility is planned to open by the base of Niseko Grand Hirafu. The resort says: "Our aim is that visitors will easily be able to enjoy Niseko’s quality of snow while also experiencing a winter resort that is even more satisfying than before. The new Mountain Center Annex is situated in the perfect location, both adjacent to the HIRAFU Gondola Sanroku Station and right in front of the beginner-friendly Holiday Pair Lift, allowing for direct access to the slopes. The Mountain Center Annex features a public area, snow school reception desk, changing rooms and locker rooms on the first floor, with a large-scale ski and snowboard rental shop, boasting a floor area of 802 sqm, on the second floor." So now you know! Over at Niseko Hanazono, the new 'Hanazono EDGE' ski center will also be opening. And then early next year the Park Hyatt Niseko HANAZONO. Loads of investment over the last however many years, mostly down at base (rather than things like lifts... but that is perhaps another talking point!) The area sure looks rather different than it did ten and twenty years ago. As I munch on some morning toast, I often wonder how things will shape up ten and twenty years into the future... --- Planned season dates: Niseko Annupuri Saturday 23rd November 2019 until Wednesday 6th May 2020 Niseko Grand Hirafu Saturday 23rd November 2019 until Wednesday 6th May 2020 Niseko Village Sunday 1st December 2019 until Wednesday 6th May 2020 Niseko HANAZONO Resort Saturday 7th December 2019 until early April 2020 ---- Night time operations will be available at the Niseko Grand Hirafu, Niseko Village and Niseko Annupuri resorts. That is planned daily between Wednesday 11th December 2019 and Sunday 22nd March 2020. Niseko Now 2019-2020 season Data as of Tuesday 19th November 2019 Total snowfall at base so far 34cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 5 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 18cm (16th November) November 2019 snowfall 34cm reported on 5 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in 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