Independent snow and weather reporting from the Madarao region of Nagano New snowfall at base 6cm Snowfall at base this season 911cm Weather overview Cloud, snow Wind NW Temperature - Visibility Varied Posted on Sunday 24th March 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Madarao Now report can be found here . Good morning from Madarao. Fresh snow as we enter the last week of the season here at Madarao? Yes, a nice layer of snow on the ground as the snow clouds continue to deposit some fresh, though it probably will not continue for much longer this morning. We might even get some sun. And almost definitely will get some tomorrow, along with warmer conditions. For now though, it's cold and it feels rather winter-like. Nighta is done for the season now and we have 8 days to go, including today. Just one more week. Madarao Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Sunday 24th March 2019 Total snowfall at base 911cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 59 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 60cm (on 9th December) November 2018 snowfall 3cm reported on 1 day December 2018 snowfall 249cm reported on 16 days January 2019 snowfall 395cm reported on a 22 days February 2019 snowfall 193cm reported on 13 days March 2019 snowfall 71cm 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 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 22cm Snowfall at base this season 1182cm Posted on Sunday 24th March 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Geto Kogen Now report can be found here . Good morning everyone - and there's excellent news. After a day of snowfall yesterday, there's 22cm of fresh snowfall at base! This morning it is snowing but it's snow>cloud forecast for the day and for tomorrow too. Bit of a strong wind at time so hopefully lifts will be able to take excited skiers and boarders up to enjoy this new snow. Geto Kogen Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Sunday 24th March 2019 Total snowfall at base so far 1182cm Number of days snowfall observed 65 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 75cm (on 13th February) November 2018 snowfall 29cm observed on 2 days December 2018 snowfall 393cm observed on 16 days January 2019 snowfall 375cm observed on 21 days February 2019 snowfall 321cm observed on 19 days March 2019 snowfall 64cm observed 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 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 Nozawa Onsen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 9cm Snowfall at base this season 854cm Posted on Sunday 24th March 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Nozawa Now report can be found here . Fresh snow! Nearly 10cm of it measured by myself, and more than that being reported up top by the resort. I don't need to say much more than that. It's still snowing - not due to continue for long - but there should be a bit more to add tomorrow. (Sun and milder temps are forecast for tomorrow). Great to have another mini blast of winter at this stage of the season. Fresh snowfall reported by the ski resort (since yesterday morning): - Yamabiko (1407m): 15cm - Uenotaira (1230m): 10cm - Hikage (660m): 10cm - Nagasaka (615m): 10cm - Karasawa (563m): 10cm Official snow depth numbers (reported by resort): - Yamabiko (1407m): 280cm - Uenotaira (1230m): 220cm - Hikage (660m): 95cm - Nagasaka (615m): 85cm - Karasawa (563m): 40cm All lifts apart from the following should be operating: ** Gondolas and top lifts on hold at the start of the day due to wind ** - Kandahar All courses should be open apart from the following: - Grand Prix - Hachiman - Kandahar Nozawa Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Sunday 24th March 2019 Total snowfall at base 854cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 55 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 48cm (9th January) November 2018 snowfall 2cm reported on 1 day December 2018 snowfall 202cm reported on 13 days January 2019 snowfall 425cm reported on 24 days February 2019 snowfall 170cm reported on 12 days March 2019 snowfall 55cm 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 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 Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 7cm Snowfall at base this season 670cm Posted on Sunday 24th March 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . Good morning from Shiga Kogen. Fresh snow overnight and now just cloudy. Yakebitaiyama are reporting 10cm of fresh snowfall. Kumanoyu are reporting 5cm of fresh snowfall. I have measured 7cm. So it's great to see that layer of fresh and it should be a good morning. Tomorrow clearer skies are likely along with milder conditions. There's just one more week left with 'all' of Shiga Kogen areas open. From April things will start to get more limited. Shiga Kogen Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Sunday 24th March 2019 Total snowfall at base 670cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 67 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 54cm (27th January) November 2018 snowfall 3cm reported on 2 days December 2018 snowfall 169cm reported on 16 days January 2019 snowfall 312cm reported on 23 days February 2019 snowfall 97cm reported on 13 days March 2019 snowfall 89cm 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 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 Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 10cm Snowfall at base this season 793cm Posted on Sunday 24th March 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Morning from Naeba. 10cm of fresh snow on the ground this morning and snow falling this morning but it probably will not last long. The last night skiing of the season is planned for tonight. And after that we have just one more week left to go at Naeba. Tomorrow clearer skies and mild temperatures are forecast to be back. Official snow depth: - 150cm All lifts plan to be operating apart from the following: - Number 4 high speed lift - Number 8 high speed lift - Daishamen romance pair lift All courses generally now open apart from the following: - Splash Bowl - Men's Slalom Planned season: - Naeba plans to be open daily until Sunday 31st March Naeba Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Sunday 24th March 2019 Total snowfall at base so far 793cm Number of days snowfall observed 61 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 51cm (reported on 9th January) November 2018 snowfall 1cm observed on 1 day December 2018 snowfall 223cm observed on 15 days January 2019 snowfall 399cm observed on 22 days February 2019 snowfall 111cm observed on 15 days March 2019 snowfall 59cm 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 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 Niseko region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 18cm Snowfall at base this season 937cm Posted on Sunday 24th March 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Niseko Now report can be found here Good morning. And what excellent news I have for you this morning. 18cm of fresh snow to be measured on the ground here at base (total from measurement taken yesterday evening and this morning), with probably more higher up. Can't say I was totally expecting that! But conditions should be great for anyone lucky enough to be here just now. And that includes me. Lifts appear to be opening as planned. I've had my early toast and I'm going to get out there. I would never utter words like 'Powder Paradise' (complete with capital letters) myself, but it does feel like winter again and I am jolly excited. Late March is trying to make up and give us a nice last taste of winter. --- Niseko Avalanche Report: Mountain Base 6.00am: -6°, 25cm new snow, cornice and snowdrift development. Moiwa 800m: -8.2°, NNW6.18m/s, 30cm new snow. Annupuri 1100m: -11.1°, W5.90m/s, snow depth 250cm. Hirafu 1000m: -10.6°, ESE3.50m/s. Kutchan Weather Station: -4.9°, snow depth 101cm, SSW0.4m/s. Coastal data: Benkei Cape:NNW14m/s. Kamui Cape: W9m/s, pressure 1005hPa, wave 0.9m. Following the passing of a low pressure system there has been snowdrift and cornice development above 800m due to the wind and snowfall. From observation, cornices are collapsing and snowdrifts fracturing easily. The morning avalanche risk is a little high. There is the possibility of surface avalanches, depth up to 45cm, around 1000m elev in Osawa, Kozan no sawa on SE facing steep slopes and knolls. Take care. Gate openings not yet decided. Please respect the patrol's decisions. Do not duck ropes. Snow in the forest is good but is also light so you are still hitting the bottom. Cracks are hidden by the new snow. Be careful. Avalanches follow the valley bottoms, do not spend time in them. Niseko is back to Powder Paradise. Have a good day. --- Ski resort operation information: Sunday 24th March 2019 Subject to change due to weather conditions Niseko Grand Hirafu Plans to be open until Monday 6th May 2019 Official snow depth (reported by resort): - Peak: 330cm - Base: 120cm Ski lifts operation news: - Ace Number 1 pair, King Number 2 quad and Ace Number 4 pair lift closed - Plans to be open until Monday 6th May ----- Niseko HANAZONO Resort Plans to be open until Sunday 31st March 2019 Official snow depth (reported by resort): - Peak: 229cm - Base: 170cm Ski lifts operation news: - All lifts open - Plans to be open until Sunday 7th April ----- Niseko Annupuri Plans to be open until Monday 6th May 2019 Official snow depth (reported by resort): - Peak: 280cm - Base: 100cm Ski lifts operation news: - Jumbo Number 3 pair lift closed - Plans to be open until Monday 6th May ----- Niseko Village Plans to be open until Sunday 7th April 2019 Official snow depth (reported by resort): - Peak: 280cm - Base: 100cm Ski lifts operation news: - Community Chair and Morino Chair closed - Country Road Chair open - Plans to be open until Sunday 7th April Niseko Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Sunday 24th March 2019 Total snowfall at base so far 937cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 87 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 32cm (29th December) November 2018 snowfall 84cm reported on 8 days December 2018 snowfall 333cm reported on 26 days January 2019 snowfall 285cm reported on 25 days February 2019 snowfall 198cm reported on 20 days March 2019 snowfall 37cm 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 Kutchan/Niseko. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Madarao region of Nagano New snowfall at base 2cm Snowfall at base this season 905cm Weather overview Cloud Wind Light Temperature - Visibility Fair Posted on Saturday 23rd March 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Madarao Now report can be found here . Good morning from Madarao. And there's a bit of fresh snow to report this morning. It does feel cold too - temps are certainly lower, but they are also in big contrast to the warmth of the past week and so it might feel even colder than it is. Or maybe not. I like cold, so it's all good with me! Last nighta of the season tonight. 9 days to go. Madarao Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Saturday 23rd March 2019 Total snowfall at base 905cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 58 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 60cm (on 9th December) November 2018 snowfall 3cm reported on 1 day December 2018 snowfall 249cm reported on 16 days January 2019 snowfall 395cm reported on a 22 days February 2019 snowfall 193cm reported on 13 days March 2019 snowfall 65cm 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 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 6cm Snowfall at base this season 1160cm Posted on Saturday 23rd March 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Geto Kogen Now report can be found here . Morning from Geto Kogen. Snow!! And 5+cm of it too. :) Great to see. It started late afternoon yesterday which was good but we did have to put up with the Gondola and quad lift resting due to the strong winds blowing about and limited visibility. This morning light snow continues falling and there is a chance of a bit more during the day today and tomorrow. Sounds good to me. Official snow depths: * Top: 350cm * Base: 220cm Planned operating lifts - subject to change due to weather: * Number 1 Gondola * Number 1 pair lift * Number 2 pair lift * Quad - The Number 2 Gondola has closed for the season Courses & Tree Runs - subject to change due to weather: * All of the main official courses are available * All tree runs open Geto Kogen Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Saturday 23rd March 2019 Total snowfall at base so far 1160cm Number of days snowfall observed 64 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 75cm (on 13th February) November 2018 snowfall 29cm observed on 2 days December 2018 snowfall 393cm observed on 16 days January 2019 snowfall 375cm observed on 21 days February 2019 snowfall 321cm observed on 19 days March 2019 snowfall 42cm observed 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 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 Hakuba region of Nagano New snowfall at base 1cm Snowfall at base this season 386cm Posted on Saturday 23rd March 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Hakuba Now report can be found here . Hi there Oops. It seems I left you mid-sentence in my report yesterday morning. I'm not sure what was going on there - and I can't remember what the last part of my sentence was going to be! OK, on to this morning. Clearer conditions this morning after some generally limited visibility during the day yesterday on the slopes. There is lots of cloud still but some blue sky and perhaps more sunshine as the day goes on. Oh yes, and a little fresh snow too. Hakuba Happo-one: 2cm (top of Riesen quad) Hakuba Cortina: 1cm There has been a bit of a dusting and frosting down to base areas overnight and I feel justified in awarding the reports 1cm this morning. And compared with the last week it is back to being cold with temperatures below zero early morning. Tomorrow is the last day of the season for the Sanosaka ski resort. Hakuba Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Saturday 23rd March 2019 Total snowfall at base so far 386cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 47 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 33cm (29th January) November 2018 snowfall 0cm December 2018 snowfall 112cm reported on 12 days January 2019 snowfall 207cm reported on 19 days February 2019 snowfall 33cm reported on 11 days March 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 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 Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 1cm Snowfall at base this season 783cm Posted on Saturday 23rd March 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Good morning from Naeba. It is colder again and a dusting of snow on the ground with light snow falling higher up. Naeba aren't talking about any new cm of snow but neighbouring Kagura are reporting 3cm. There is lots of cloud around this morning. There might be some more light snow overnight. The last night skiing of the season is planned for tomorrow. And after that we have just one more week left to go at Naeba. Naeba Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Saturday 23rd March 2019 Total snowfall at base so far 783cm Number of days snowfall observed 60 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 51cm (reported on 9th January) November 2018 snowfall 1cm observed on 1 day December 2018 snowfall 223cm observed on 15 days January 2019 snowfall 399cm observed on 22 days February 2019 snowfall 111cm observed on 15 days March 2019 snowfall 49cm 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 Niseko region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 4cm Snowfall at base this season 919cm Posted on Saturday 23rd March 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Niseko Now report can be found here Good morning and good news! Yes, there's some fresh snow on the ground this morning. I have 4cm of it to report to you and I am hearing possibly close to 10cm on higher areas. That is very good to hear and there will be a race to the top from the people still around (including more folk who have been working for the winter with a bit more time on their hands). Feels cold too this morning. The early light snow easing off and there's some sunshine at the moment. Looks like changeable weather today and tomorrow with warmer conditions due once again early in the upcoming week. Anyway, have a good Saturday! I'm going to go check out this new snow. --- Niseko Avalanche Report: Mountain base 6am: -7℃, 5cm snowfall. Moiwa800m: -9℃, WSW1.9m/s, 5cm snowfall, snowdrifts developed during the night. Annupuri 1100m: -11.8℃, WNW2.3m/s, 250cm snow depth. Hirafu1000m: -11.7℃, N3m/s. Kucthan weather station: -7.4℃, 90cm snow depth. Benkei cape: NW5m/s, Kamui cape: NW6m/s, 1011hPa, 1.5m waves. A strong cold air inflow with a westerly wind picking up overnight made snowdrifts develop drastically above 800m elevation. 40cm thick surface slab avalanches are to be expected in Osawa and Backbowl SE aspects, leeward knolls and cornice slopes during the morning. Similar hazardous conditions are present in surrounding mountains. Beware. A decent layer of fresh snow has blanketed the tree-runs, however still not quite bottomless powder conditions. Ride carefully. Some cracks are covered and difficult to see. All gates are scheduled to open. Please follow the ski patrol’s instructions. The mountain is back to winter. Beware of poor visibility and do not ride the valley bottom carelessly. Have a great weekend. --- Ski resort operation information: Saturday 23rd March 2019 Subject to change due to weather conditions Niseko Grand Hirafu Plans to be open until Monday 6th May 2019 Official snow depth (reported by resort): - Peak: 310cm - Base: 90cm Ski lifts operation news: - Ace Number 1 pair, King Number 2 quad and Ace Number 4 pair lift closed - Plans to be open until Monday 6th May ----- Niseko HANAZONO Resort Plans to be open until Sunday 7th April 2019 Official snow depth (reported by resort): - Peak: 208cm - Base: 145cm Ski lifts operation news: - All lifts open - Plans to be open until Sunday 7th April ----- Niseko Annupuri Plans to be open until Monday 6th May 2019 Official snow depth (reported by resort): - Peak: 270cm - Base: 90cm Ski lifts operation news: - Jumbo Number 3 pair lift closed - Plans to be open until Monday 6th May ----- Niseko Village Plans to be open until Sunday 7th April 2019 Official snow depth (reported by resort): - Peak: 270cm - Base: 90cm Ski lifts operation news: - Community Chair closed - Country Road Chair watch: open! - Plans to be open until Sunday 7th April Niseko Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Saturday 23rd March 2019 Total snowfall at base so far 919cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 86 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 32cm (29th December) November 2018 snowfall 84cm reported on 8 days December 2018 snowfall 333cm reported on 26 days January 2019 snowfall 285cm reported on 25 days February 2019 snowfall 198cm reported on 20 days March 2019 snowfall 19cm 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 Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 2cm Snowfall at base this season 663cm Posted on Monday 18th March 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . Good morning from Shiga Kogen. It's another cold start to the day with a little fresh snow as well. Yakebitaiyama are reporting 10cm. With the sun out and clear blue skies, it is going to warm up pretty quickly and the next few days looks like warmth and sunshine will be what we generally get. More info has been added below to the planned closing dates. The below information is manually checked for each report. Official snow depth numbers are as reported by the ski resorts themselves. Giant - Official snow depth: 180cm Hasuike - Official snow depth: 140cm Hoppo Bunadaira - Official snow depth: 180cm Higashitateyama - Official snow depth: 190cm Ichinose Diamond - Official snow depth: 205cm Ichinose Family - Official snow depth: 205cm Ichinose Yamanokami - Official snow depth: 205cm Kumanoyu - Official snow depth: 190cm Maruike - Official snow depth: 140cm Nishitateyama - Official snow depth: 180cm Okushiga Kogen - Official snow depth: 210cm Sun Valley - Official snow depth: 150cm Takamagahara Mammoth - Official snow depth: 205cm Tannenomori Okojo - Official snow depth: 205cm Terakoya - Official snow depth: 210cm Yakebitaiyama - Official snow depth: 215cm Yokoteyama - Official snow depth: 200cm ** Planned closing dates - all subject to change, depending on conditions ** Giant Hasuike Higashitateyama Hoppo Bunadaira Maruike Nishitateyama Sun Valley Until 31st March Takamagahara Mammoth Number 2 triple and Number 3 pair - until 31st March (weekends only) Quad lift - until 7th April; 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st April; 27th April until 6th May Tannenomori Okojo Until 31th March; 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st April; 27th April until 6th May Ichinose Family Number 3 quad - until 24th March (closed Tuesdays) Number 2 pair A - until 31st March Quad and Number 2 pair B - until 6th May Terakoya Until 31st March; 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st April; 27th April until 6th May Ichinose Diamond Yamanokami Number 2 pair - until 7th April Diamond pair and quad - until 7th April; 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st April; 27th April until 6th May Kumanoyu Number 1 pair - until 14th April Number 3 quad - until 31st March; 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st April; 27th April until 6th May Number 2 pair A line - until 12th May Yokoteyama / Shibutoge Number 6 lift - already closed Number 5 lift - until 29th March Number 4 pair lift - every Saturday from 1st April Number 1 Sky A and B - until 6th May Number 2 Sky - beyond 6th May Number 3 Sky - beyond 6th May Shibutoge - beyond 6th May Okushiga Kogen Number 6 pair lift - until 31st March and then 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st April; 27th April until 6th May Number 1 pair lift - until 7th April Number 4 pair lift - until 7th April and then 12th, 13th, 14th, 19th, 20th, 21st April; 27th April until 6th May Number 2 high speed pair - until 6th May Number 3 high speed pair - until 6th May Gondola - until 6th May Yakebitaiyama Number 3 - until 24th March Number 2 Gondola - until 7th April Number 4 romance lift - operating when the Number 2 gondola is not operating Number 1 Gondola - until 6th May Number 2 high speed lift - until 6th May Shiga Kogen Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Monday 18th March 2019 Total snowfall at base 663cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 66 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 54cm (27th January) November 2018 snowfall 3cm reported on 2 days December 2018 snowfall 169cm reported on 16 days January 2019 snowfall 312cm reported on 23 days February 2019 snowfall 97cm reported on 13 days March 2019 snowfall 82cm reported on 12 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