Independent snow and weather reporting from the Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 4cm Snowfall at base this season 906cm Posted on Tuesday 14th February 2017 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Good morning from Naeba everybody. Today looks like it is going to be a reasonable day weather wise. It is currently snowing but not too heavily, and whilst visibility isn't perfect it certainly isn't terrible either. There is a little powder around from yesterday although only 4 cm fell during the night so don't expect any bottomless today. Looking on, the weather forecast is currently predicting snow up until Thursday, with Thursday itself being a clear day. Hopefully some nice groomed skiing available that day. Then from Friday, we are expecting a little rain then back to powder snow! Yay! Naeba Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Tuesday 14th February 2017 Total snowfall at base so far 906cm Number of days snowfall observed 52 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 80cm (15th January) November 2016 snowfall 17cm observed on 4 days December 2016 snowfall 150cm observed on 14 days January 2017 snowfall 550cm observed on 23 days February 2017 snowfall 189cm observed on 11 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 1cm Snowfall at base this season 499cm Posted on Monday 13th February 2017 This is an archived report. The latest Niseko Now report can be found here Good morning from here near Hirafu base, and this morning it is much the same as yesterday really. I have another dusting of snow to report to you - perhaps just about enough for me to be able to justify awarding 1cm to this report, especially when you consider the mm's yesterday. (Blimey, am I having to report millimetres?!) :( It is perhaps slightly milder than yesterday at the start of the day, but other than that just another overcast kind of morning with light snow falling at times. I feel something of a frustrated vibe from some quarters at the moment. We all of course want more fresh snow but there ain't much we can do about it. So heads and chins up and let's try to enjoy what we got - though what we got right now isn't Niseko powder. When will it come back? Unfortunately there doesn't look like much is lined up over the next few days and it might be towards the end of the week before we can get a nice new fresh layer. Komaru, ne! It looks like the top King Number 4 and Ace Number 4 lifts at Niseko Grand Hirafu are going to be delayed opening but should be by too much. --- Niseko Avalanche Report: Mountain base : -2°, 3cm new snow. Moiwa 800m: -4°, NE8m/s, 5cm new snow, snowdrift development. Annupuri 1150m, -5°, N8m/s, 5cm new snow. 1000M Elevation: snowpack:170cm. Hirafu 1250m, -7°, N10m/s, trace new snow, snowdrift development. Coastal data: Kamui Cape:E3m/s, 1008hPa, wave 1.7m. 5cm of new snow is covering the mountain with 10-15cm snowdrifts on the south side of the mountain. From observation, snow below 11 Feb layer is compact and stabilised. Wind effected slopes above 1000m in the 35-40 degree range expect slabs or shallow surface avalanches, however general avalanche risk is low. Take care of hitting old tracks or obstacles hidden under the new snow. All gates are expected to be open if top lifts are running. Please listen to patrols advice before going out of bounds. Don't duck any ropes or netting. This Avalanche Report is produced using data from 5am Moiwa Mikaeri observation, data from the Japan Meteorological Agency, the Japan Coast Guard and Snow and Ice Disaster Prevention Research. Out of bounds areas are mountainous terrain with lots of hidden dangers. Always error on the side of safety, Be aware of sudden weather changes and always be aware of your location. Have a nice day. --- Official resort snow depths as of Monday 13th February 2017: Niseko Grand Hirafu & Hanazono Top - 280cm Base - 120cm Niseko Village Top - 280cm Base - 140cm Niseko Annupuri Top - 315cm Base - 140cm --- Night skiing is planned until Monday 20th March 2017 at the Niseko Annupuri, Niseko Grand Hirafu and Niseko Village resort areas. There is no nighta in the Hanazono area. Niseko Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Monday 13th February 2017 Total snowfall at base so far 499cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 60 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 36cm (16th December) November 2016 snowfall 110cm reported on 14 days December 2016 snowfall 181cm reported on 22 days January 2017 snowfall 152cm reported on 18 days February 2017 snowfall 56cm 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 Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 9cm Snowfall at base this season 911cm Posted on Monday 13th February 2017 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . Cloudy at the moment with the sun seemingly trying to break through in places just now (it might not quite make it!), and the best part of another 10cm of fresh snow on the ground to report. After all the snow we have been enjoying it does look like the storm is passing and this week there may even be some sunshine to enjoy... with fresh snow falling just in time for the weekend! Hope you can come and enjoy it. Shiga Kogen Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Monday 13th February 2017 Total snowfall at base 911cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 59 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 70cm (15th January) November 2016 snowfall 27cm reported on 5 days December 2016 snowfall 215cm reported on 18 days January 2017 snowfall 485cm reported on 24 days February 2017 snowfall 184cm 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

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Madarao region of Nagano New snowfall at base 9cm Snowfall at base this season 768cm Weather overview Snow Wind Light Temperature - Visibility Good Posted on Monday 13th February 2017 This is an archived report. The latest Madarao Now report can be found here . Morning from Madarao, though I realise that you may well be only be getting to see this later on today. Sorry about that, server/technical stuff that I totally don't understand. It is really good and cold on this Monday morning here in Madarao. There's some more fresh snow on the ground as well, so conditions should be excellent this morning - and without the weekend crowds too. Marvellous. Looking at the forecasts, I think we can probably expect some clearer skies over the coming days and also some warmer conditions later in the week. Looks like Friday is when it'll be warmest but also the start of fresh snowfall. Fingers crossed it stays on the colder side, otherwise we might be in for a bit of rain before the snow. Anyway that's a few days off and so can always change. Keep an eye on the forecast. In the meantime I expect a few days of top enjoyment out on the slopes. Madarao Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Monday 13th February 2017 Total snowfall at base 768cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 43 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 53cm (on 14th and 15th January) November 2016 snowfall 9cm reported on 4 days December 2016 snowfall 211cm reported on 14 days January 2017 snowfall 408cm reported on 23 days February 2017 snowfall 140cm 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 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 Myoko region of Niigata New snowfall at base 17cm Snowfall at base this season 1212cm Posted on Monday 13th February 2017 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . The snow never really stopped through the day yesterday and into today... well, OK, we had a few moments of sun around lunchtime (kind of what it's threatening to do right now). But the flakes kept on drifting down, giving us about another 17cm. Just enough for the snowplows and the rotor (the giant eggbeater with a chute snowblowing thing) to come by around 4am and get me awake and ready for more fighting with the drifts. Which I really didn't have to do. I know snow clearing has been a big theme this year, but let's just say that, with two places to work on now I really appreciate the labors of my neighbors, especially the hotelkeepers who have to do a good job to ensure the easy exit and access for their guests. Visitors, give your host some credit (or give em something else if they aren't pulling their weight). Akakura Kanko: 360cm, -6° Akakura Onsen: 360cm, -4° Ikenotaira Onsen: 290cm, -4° Myoko Suginohara: 300cm, -9° Seki Onsen: 500cm, -5° Myoko Ski Park: 350cm, -3° Kyukamura RunRun: 320cm, -5° *no new reports for a few days) Tangram Ski Circus: 270cm, -5° Madarao Kogen: 320cm, -6° Myoko Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Monday 13th February 2017 Total snowfall at base so far 1212cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 47 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 91cm (15th January) November 2016 snowfall 12cm reported on 4 days December 2016 snowfall 345cm reported on 13 days January 2017 snowfall 629cm reported on 21 days February 2017 snowfall 226cm reported on 9 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in 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 8cm Snowfall at base this season 669cm Posted on Monday 13th February 2017 This is an archived report. The latest Nozawa Now report can be found here . Morning from Nozawa and the snow clouds are still with us, though probably not for the whole day. But they'll hang around and maybe bring us some more fresh snow tonight and tomorrow too, though I wouldn't expect much. For those looking forward to some clearer skies, perhaps Wednesday and Thursday might give you some of that... Fresh snow reported by resort since yesterday morning: - Yamabiko: 20cm - Uenotaira: 16cm - Hikage: 10cm - Nagasaka: 10cm - Karasawa: 0cm Official snow depths: - Yamabiko: 400cm - Uenotaira: 305cm - Hikage: 230cm - Nagasaka: 215cm - Karasawa: 170cm Lifts operations: - All lifts operating except - Yunomine pair (usually closed on weekdays) - Mizunashi triple (usually closed on weekdays) - Challenga pair (usually closed on weekdays) - Utopia pair (usually closed on weekdays) Courses not open today are: - Kandahar East - Grand Prix Nozawa Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Monday 13th February 2017 Total snowfall at base 669cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 47 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 52cm (14th January) November 2016 snowfall 2cm reported on 2 days December 2016 snowfall 161cm reported on 14 days January 2017 snowfall 366cm reported on 20 days February 2017 snowfall 140cm reported on 11 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 Naeba region of Niigata New snowfall at base 20cm Snowfall at base this season 902cm Posted on Monday 13th February 2017 This is an archived report. The latest Naeba Now report can be found here . Good evening from Naeba everybody. Today we saw overcast weather in the morning with light to moderate snow in the afternoon. This snow was relatively heavy. Looking on we have snow expected every day other than Thursday. There will potentially be some rain on Friday but then turning into snow so shouldn't pose too much of an issue. Dense! Naeba Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Monday 13th February 2017 Total snowfall at base so far 902cm Number of days snowfall observed 51 days Most snowfall observed on 1 day 80cm (15th January) November 2016 snowfall 17cm observed on 4 days December 2016 snowfall 150cm observed on 14 days January 2017 snowfall 550cm observed on 23 days February 2017 snowfall 185cm observed on 10 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in 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 Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 43cm Snowfall at base this season 902cm Posted on Sunday 12th February 2017 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . Hello from Shiga Kogen. It's still snowing. And we've had loads since my report yesterday as well. 43cm is my measurement. :) Lovely light snow too. So it is still snowing now and still snowing quite heavily for the moment. Probably going to ease off later today and tomorrow, when we might even get to see some clearer skies. And it does look like the coming week may bring us more of those clearer skies than the snowy conditions. But with all the quality snow we have right now, that is not a problem. In fact, I think lots of us are looking forward to it. Shiga Kogen Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Sunday 12th February 2017 Total snowfall at base 902cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 58 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 70cm (15th January) November 2016 snowfall 27cm reported on 5 days December 2016 snowfall 215cm reported on 18 days January 2017 snowfall 485cm reported on 24 days February 2017 snowfall 175cm reported on 11 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 Zao region of Yamagata New snowfall at base 17cm Snowfall at base this season 426cm Posted on Sunday 12th February 2017 This is an archived report. The latest Zao Now report can be found here . Fresh snow this morning just over 15cm and counting... and some poor visibility once again out there, looks like thick fog at the moment. We are expecting calmer and clearer conditions later in the day and tomorrow too. Perhaps even some sunshine. Not a whole lot of snow on the forecast for the week, perhaps just a bit at times but it should be keeping suitable cold. Zao Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Sunday 12th February 2017 Total snowfall at base 426cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 47 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 39cm (on 16th January) November 2016 snowfall 11cm observed on 6 days December 2016 snowfall 98cm observed on 16 days January 2017 snowfall 241cm observed on 16 days February 2017 snowfall 76cm observed on 9 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Zao Onsen. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Madarao region of Nagano New snowfall at base 32cm Snowfall at base this season 759cm Weather overview Snow Wind NW Temperature - Visibility Varied Posted on Sunday 12th February 2017 This is an archived report. The latest Madarao Now report can be found here . A very good morning to you. How does another 30cm of fresh snow sound? It's cold out there and visibility is limited but it should be worth getting out there with lots of excellent fresh snow to play in. Once we get into tomorrow, forecast seem to point towards a good chance of generally clearer skies and hopefully temperatures remaining cold enough to keep the snow in good condition. It should be a very good week to be here. Operating status for the day at Madarao Kogen (at time of report): - Number 1 lift - Number 2 quad lift - Number 3A lift - Super quad lift - Number 11 lift - Number 12 lift - Number 13 lift - Number 15 lift - Moving walkway - Kids Park - Free Ride Park - Snow Mobile Land - Powder Wave I - Powder Wave II - River Line - Powder Theater - Adventure Aisle - Crystal Bowl - Ninja - Sawa - Rabbit - Kamoshika - Bear - Nighta at Madarao Kogen is every Saturday until 25th March (and also on 19th March) Madarao Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Sunday 12th February 2017 Total snowfall at base 759cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 42 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 53cm (on 14th and 15th January) November 2016 snowfall 9cm reported on 4 days December 2016 snowfall 211cm reported on 14 days January 2017 snowfall 408cm reported on 23 days February 2017 snowfall 131cm reported on 11 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 Myoko region of Niigata New snowfall at base 47cm Snowfall at base this season 1195cm Posted on Sunday 12th February 2017 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . We got a pretty good dumping from yesterday through the night and into the morning. The prediction was for 60; I think we got close to that, but not quite. But there still is a lot of great new snow out there, and it is still falling, although very lightly at the moment. It was pretty wild at the end of the day, with some screaming wind coming down off the mountain at the very end of the day, then some lightning late in the evening. Can't tell what it's doing at the moment; I think we might be seeing a little rest before the snow picks up again. Snow is on the forecast for the next few days; the Niigata prefecture site says 10cm during the day today. Maybe people were busy this morning; there are a few resorts that have not yet updated their daily reports. Akakura Kanko: 360cm, -6° Akakura Onsen: 350cm, -5° Ikenotaira Onsen: 290cm, -3° Myoko Suginohara: 290cm, -12° (no new report yet) Seki Onsen: 500cm, -8° Myoko Ski Park: 320cm, -4° (no new report yet) Kyukamura RunRun: 320cm, -5° (no new report yet) Tangram Ski Circus: 260cm, -6° (no new report yet) Madarao Kogen: 320cm, -7° Myoko Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Sunday 12th February 2017 Total snowfall at base so far 1195cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 46 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 91cm (15th January) November 2016 snowfall 12cm reported on 4 days December 2016 snowfall 345cm reported on 13 days January 2017 snowfall 629cm reported on 21 days February 2017 snowfall 209cm reported on 8 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Myoko. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Nozawa Onsen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 31cm Snowfall at base this season 661cm Posted on Sunday 12th February 2017 This is an archived report. The latest Nozawa Now report can be found here . Hello and good morning from Nozawa. Ah yes, there has been a very nice delivery of snow since my report yesterday. A good 30cm of fresh snow, and I noticed that the official snow depth up on Yamabiko is now closing in on 4m. All good! Limited visibility this morning as the snow continues to fall so extra care needed but some very find conditions to enjoy. The snow clouds should be with us into tomorrow as well but less snow expected and clearer skies likely beyond that into the week. Fresh snow reported by resort since yesterday morning: - Yamabiko: 25cm - Uenotaira: 26cm - Hikage: 30cm - Nagasaka: 28cm - Karasawa: 30cm Official snow depths: - Yamabiko: 390cm - Uenotaira: 295cm - Hikage: 225cm - Nagasaka: 215cm - Karasawa: 160cm Lifts operations: - All lifts operating Most courses at Nozawa Onsen are open. Courses not open are: - Kandahar West - Kandahar East - Grand Prix Nozawa Now 2016-2017 season Data as of Sunday 12th February 2017 Total snowfall at base 661cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 46 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 52cm (14th January) November 2016 snowfall 2cm reported on 2 days December 2016 snowfall 161cm reported on 14 days January 2017 snowfall 366cm reported on 20 days February 2017 snowfall 132cm reported on 10 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in 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