Independent snow and weather reporting from the Myoko region of Niigata New snowfall at base 0cm Snowfall at base this season 184cm Weather overview Fog and rain Wind Varied Temperature - Visibility - Posted at 9:46am on Sunday 16th December 2012 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . If the first day of skiing turned out to be much better than it seemed at first (if a bit warm through the day), today is a good day to...well, not not go skiing--we'd never say that--but to dress warmly. Or dryly. It's pretty grim out there, with thick fog and rain. Temperatures are marginally lower than yesterday, with the wind shifting around to the north. As the Snow Japan weather report shows, the freezing level is going to go up today and tomorrow, but then come back down. With the colder weather, snow is on the forecast too, so better snow days ahead. Today, support your local ski area by ordering a coffee or something. Myoko Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Sunday 16th December 2012 Total snowfall at base so far 184cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 8 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 61cm (2nd December) November 2012 snowfall 17cm reported on 3 days December 2012 snowfall 167cm 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 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 Myoko region of Niigata New snowfall at base 0cm Snowfall at base this season 184cm Weather overview Fine Wind Moderate Temperature - Visibility - Posted at 10:30pm on Friday 14th December 2012 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . The season is about to start; not much new on the snow front, but there's a good solid base to get things going on. Many of the areas will be opening Saturday; details are below. Opening schedule Akakura Kanko (Akakan) December 15 Akakura Onsen December 15, for Ginrei and Kumado lifts Ikenotaira December 15 Suginohara December 15 Seki Onsen Planning for an opening on the 20th (think more snow!) Kyukamura Myoko Run Run (pronounced "roon roon"; had to write this one out because it's such a huge name for a tiny report) December 22 Myoko Ski Park December 16 Tangram December 21 Madarao Pre-open last weekend (opening properly on Saturday) Myoko Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Friday 14th December 2012 Total snowfall at base so far 184cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 8 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 61cm (2nd December) November 2012 snowfall 17cm reported on 3 days December 2012 snowfall 167cm 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 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 Myoko region of Niigata New snowfall at base 5cm Snowfall at base this season 184cm Weather overview Snow with some sun Wind Light Temperature - Visibility - Posted at 9:30am on Thursday 13th December 2012 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . Nothing much happened snow-wise yesterday, so I kinda jumped a day.... We haven't been hit by the huge snows that have fallen further northeast, but that's OK, too (no avalanches, no highway closures around here yet). Today we're seeing a nice, light snowfall--light in quantity (about 5cm overnight) and light in weight, too. Just a really pretty, snowy, pre-season day. And there's already plenty of snow ready for the openings in just two days! Myoko Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Thursday 13th December 2012 Total snowfall at base so far 184cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 8 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 61cm (2nd December) November 2012 snowfall 17cm reported on 3 days December 2012 snowfall 167cm 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 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 Myoko region of Niigata New snowfall at base 0cm Snowfall at base this season 184cm Weather overview Fog early snow in PM Wind Light Temperature - Visibility - Posted at 2:59pm on Tuesday 18th December 2012 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . Just as that snow level is going down, we have some fresh falling in Myoko. As I've siad a few times, things are often pretty marginal until right around Christmas here, so things are still looking good. At the moment it's pretty sloppy, wet snow, with some fairly strong winds at times. Just enough to make the streets white at the moment, but we could see some accumulation by tomorrow if it keeps going at this pace. Myoko Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Tuesday 18th December 2012 Total snowfall at base so far 184cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 8 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 61cm (2nd December) November 2012 snowfall 17cm reported on 3 days December 2012 snowfall 167cm 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 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 Myoko region of Niigata New snowfall at base 40cm Snowfall at base this season 479cm Weather overview Sunny Wind Light Temperature - Visibility - Posted at 9:18am on Saturday 5th January 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . A sunny, beautiful day to follow the snow of the past few days. It's beginning to look a lot mor like Myoko these days; the roadside snow walls are growing, and the small trees are disappearing into the snowpack. And it's cold today, too--Suginohara's a bit at the extreme, but it was a pretty cold night. After really light fun snow on the 3rd, we had very dense, wind-packed snow yesterday. Backcountry, it was dense enough that, even on the steepest slopes, it was almost impossible to do much more than slowly go straight down, maybe getting in one or two turns (narrow skis? Follow somebody else!). It should settle in now with some sun, and start the cycle over again. The ski areas, of course, are in great condition, and it's a beautiful day to get out and enjoy cruising around. Looks like some more fresh snow tomorrow, too. Myoko Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Saturday 5th January 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 479cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 19 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 61cm (2nd December) November 2012 snowfall 17cm reported on 3 days December 2012 snowfall 334cm reported on 12 days January 2013 snowfall 128cm reported on 4 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 Myoko region of Niigata New snowfall at base 0cm Snowfall at base this season 479cm Weather overview Snow cloud cover Wind Light Temperature - Visibility Fair Posted at 9:18am on Sunday 6th January 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . The snow is again falling; nothing too heavy, it seems, but a nice, ongoing fall of beautiful flakes. yes, I'm feeling poetic on this last day before most of Japanese have to head back to the daily grind. Good job guys; we'll be thinking about you out here in the snow! Anyway, while they're busy rebuilding Japan's economy, we have snow to deal with. Looks like a little more today on top of that dense base that is settling pretty well. Should be good conditions ahead. A little sun, and slightly warmer temperatures ahead, but no worries about rain or anything that drastic. There is a low pressure system moving in from the west that may settle in over the area in the next 48 hours - hope that means one of those un-predicted heavy falls. You just never know for sure (cross fingers). Myoko Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Sunday 6th January 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 479cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 19 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 61cm (2nd December) November 2012 snowfall 17cm reported on 3 days December 2012 snowfall 334cm reported on 12 days January 2013 snowfall 128cm reported on 4 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 Myoko region of Niigata New snowfall at base 10cm Snowfall at base this season 489cm Weather overview Clear Wind Calm Temperature - Visibility Fair Posted at 10:00am on Monday 7th January 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . A beautiful, sunny day today. A little bit of snow fell overnight, probably a little less than 10cm of light stuff. Clouds to the north out over the Japan Sea, which might or might not mean anything--a low-pressure area looked like it might move in tomorrow, but our trusty Snow Japan report has now turned to sun again for tomorrow. Not too much of the bright stuff, we hope, as we could still use a little more base and fresh powder. Myoko Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Monday 7th January 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 489cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 20 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 61cm (2nd December) November 2012 snowfall 17cm reported on 3 days December 2012 snowfall 334cm reported on 12 days January 2013 snowfall 138cm 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 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 Myoko region of Niigata New snowfall at base 0cm Snowfall at base this season 489cm Weather overview Clear Wind Light Temperature - Visibility Fair Posted at 7:35am on Tuesday 8th January 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . Very few of the resorts have today's reports up, and I have to get going (come on, you people! How do people make an informed decision without data?). So here's the observed snow report for January 8. No new snow overnight; it's nice and cold; it's also sunny, at least for the moment, but snow does look likely for today. Myoko Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Tuesday 8th January 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 489cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 20 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 61cm (2nd December) November 2012 snowfall 17cm reported on 3 days December 2012 snowfall 334cm reported on 12 days January 2013 snowfall 138cm 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 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 Myoko region of Niigata New snowfall at base 0cm Snowfall at base this season 489cm Weather overview Turning foggy Wind Light Temperature - Visibility Fair Posted at 12:48pm on Wednesday 9th January 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . A sunny morning but dark clouds over Myoko; slightly warmer weather and the barometer a bit down... could this mean some snow is on the way? We believe so and hope so! What I'm really hoping for is when the report says "moderate snow" because that's when meters of the stuff fall. Right now it's gray and getting foggier, maybe meaning the lowering freezing line that's supposed to happen through the day. The wind is starting to pick up from the north, too, so the weather is changing, whatever happens. Operations and official snow depths Akakura Kanko (Akakan) 185cm, -4C Akakura Onsen 205cm, -3C Ikenotaira 150cm, -4C Suginohara 160cm, -8C Seki Onsen 280cm, -5C Kyukamura 220cm, -2C Myoko Ski Park 200cm, -2C Tangram 140cm, -5C Madarao 160cm, -3C Myoko Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Wednesday 9th January 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 489cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 20 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 61cm (2nd December) November 2012 snowfall 17cm reported on 3 days December 2012 snowfall 334cm reported on 12 days January 2013 snowfall 138cm 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 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 Myoko region of Niigata New snowfall at base 32cm Snowfall at base this season 521m Weather overview Cloud and snow Wind Light Temperature - Visibility Fair Posted at 12:51pm on Thursday 10th January 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . Ah, those dark clouds on the horizon yesterday did their job--we have some Myoko-style snow falling right now. A little lighter than it can get, but what it can get can also shut things down, so no complaints today! It's been picking up through the day, too, so we've got a nice layer of powder to enjoy. A special hello to some readers who I met recently, and who uncovered my secret Snow Japan identity--thanks for reading, and the nice comments! Myoko Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Thursday 10th January 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 521cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 21 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 61cm (2nd December) November 2012 snowfall 17cm reported on 3 days December 2012 snowfall 334cm reported on 12 days January 2013 snowfall 170cm 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 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 Myoko region of Niigata New snowfall at base 0cm Snowfall at base this season 594m Weather overview Clear Wind Calm Temperature - Visibility Excellent Posted at 9:55am on Sunday 13th January 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . I come to you, humbly, apologetically.... OK, I missed yesterday's report--too many people to take care of, too much on his poor mind (oh, the life of a writer/skier). Anyway, it was a beautiful day yesterday, with the powder off piste slowly getting softer and heavier, but the gelende/piste/groomed runs very nice all day. Today is more bluebird, so it's going to be a better day for the piste than the hills (but it will be beautiful offpiste). We could use a good blast of fresh powder shortly, and looks like snow will be back i the coming days. People are really churning up the backcountry, which is fine (I guess--it's not a competition, kids; savor the mountains and set aside the testosterone), but these cycles of sun could going to result in some weak layers in the snowpack. Talk to the locals; don't go where you don't know. Myoko Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Sunday 13th January 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 594cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 22 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 73cm (10th January) November 2012 snowfall 17cm reported on 3 days December 2012 snowfall 334cm reported on 12 days January 2013 snowfall 243cm 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 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 Myoko region of Niigata New snowfall at base 40cm Snowfall at base this season 644m Weather overview Moderate to heavy snow Wind Varied Temperature - Visibility Fair but varied Posted at 6:20pm on Tuesday 15th January 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Myoko Now report can be found here . I had to get out this morning to see the real snow conditions--because it was snowing good and hard--at Seki Onsen. An interesting place, and lots of fairly chewy, heavy powder. Pretty good wind through the day as well, which I think accounts for some of the weight; snow was packed in places. We knew it was coming last night because we had some serious thunder and lightning--the sign of heavy snowfall. It aslo usually menas that the fall will be graupel, or soft hail, and that was definitely the case. The flakes got lighter and fluffier during the day, so a good reset on the hills for tomorrow. Maybe a little sun tomorrow (go for it, bluebird fans), before going back to snow (and the more the better, says I). Myoko Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Tuesday 15th January 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 644cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 23 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 73cm (10th January) November 2012 snowfall 17cm reported on 3 days December 2012 snowfall 334cm reported on 12 days January 2013 snowfall 293cm 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