Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 2cm Snowfall at base this season 536cm Posted on Thursday 13th March 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . There has been a small amount of fresh snow overnight which is now sitting on top of a firm base. Temperatures today are mild but there is a fair bit of wind blowing and the wind chill is making things feel rather cold. Kitanomine Gondola is closed due to the windy conditions. Due to ski competitions the following courses are closed: Spies and Ropeway courses are closed until 16/March, Panorama & Technical closed until 14/March. Operating lifts: Kitanomine Gondola CLOSED Kitanomine high speed quad 8:30am-8:00pm Kitanomine 2 chair 8:45am-4:00pm Link Lift 9:00am-4:00pm Furano Ropeway 8:30am-4:00pm Furano Downhill Swift Lift 1 9:00am-8:00pm Downhill Romance 2 chair 8:45am-4:00pm Downhill Romance 3 chair CLOSED Prince Romance 8:30am - 4:00pm Furano Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Thursday 13th March 2014 Total snowfall at base so far 536cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 58 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 40cm (14th and 16th December) November 2013 snowfall 30cm reported on 2 days December 2013 snowfall 155cm reported on 13 days January 2014 snowfall 174cm reported on 19 days February 2014 snowfall 92cm reported on 16 days March 2014 snowfall 85cm 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 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 Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 5cm Snowfall at base this season 544cm Posted on Sunday 16th March 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . This morning we have overcast skies but clear weather surrounding the mountain. Yesterday saw constant snowfall on the upper mountain throughout the day which lead to substantial accumulation on the upper half of the ski area. All main courses have been groomed overnight and the new snow has freshened up the pistes. Due to ski competitions the following courses are closed: Spies and Ropeway courses are closed until today. Operating lifts: Kitanomine Gondola 9:00am-4:00pm Kitanomine high speed quad 8:30am-8:00pm Kitanomine 2 chair 8:45am-4:00pm Link Lift 9:00am-4:00pm Furano Ropeway 8:30am-4:00pm Furano Downhill Swift Lift 1 9:00am-8:00pm Downhill Romance 2 chair 8:45am-4:00pm Downhill Romance 3 chair Prince Romance 8:30am - 4:00pm Furano Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Sunday 16th March 2014 Total snowfall at base so far 544cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 60 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 40cm (14th and 16th December) November 2013 snowfall 30cm reported on 2 days December 2013 snowfall 155cm reported on 13 days January 2014 snowfall 174cm reported on 19 days February 2014 snowfall 92cm reported on 16 days March 2014 snowfall 93cm 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 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 Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 4cm Snowfall at base this season 548cm Posted on Monday 17th March 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . March conditions continue to provide some fine skiing. Last night there was 4cm of new snow at village level and there will be some nice on piste powder to be skied this morning. The day is overcast but the sun is breaking through the cloud cover in places and overall it looks like a pleasant day. Although morning temperatures are cold, it will warm significantly during the day and the best snow conditions will be in the early morning period. The all Japan high school ski competitions are now over and spies course is once again open to the public. Operating lifts: Kitanomine Gondola 9:00am-4:00pm Kitanomine high speed quad 8:30am-8:00pm Kitanomine 2 chair 8:45am-4:00pm Link Lift 9:00am-4:00pm Furano Ropeway 8:30am-4:00pm Furano Downhill Swift Lift 1 9:00am-8:00pm Downhill Romance 2 chair 8:45am-4:00pm Downhill Romance 3 chair 9:00am-4:00pm Prince Romance 8:30am - 4:00pm Furano Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Monday 17th March 2014 Total snowfall at base so far 548cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 61 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 40cm (14th and 16th December) November 2013 snowfall 30cm reported on 2 days December 2013 snowfall 155cm reported on 13 days January 2014 snowfall 174cm reported on 19 days February 2014 snowfall 92cm reported on 16 days March 2014 snowfall 97cm 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 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 Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 7cm Snowfall at base this season 555cm Posted on Wednesday 19th March 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . As predicted a snow front arrived yesterday afternoon and delivered 8cm of snow at village level. Today is sunny and the morning has started off with some cold wintery temperatures with -6c recorded at the top of the resort. Due to the new snow the skiing will be good with nice smooth groomers and fresh snow for those wanting to get in some late season fresh tracks on the off-piste. Tomorrow looks like it will be more of the same weather wise. Operating lifts: Kitanomine Gondola 9:00am-4:00pm Kitanomine high speed quad 8:30am-8:00pm Kitanomine 2 chair 8:45am-4:00pm Link Lift 9:00am-4:00pm Furano Ropeway 8:30am-4:00pm Furano Downhill Swift Lift 1 9:00am-8:00pm Downhill Romance 2 chair 8:45am-4:00pm Downhill Romance 3 chair 9:00am-4:00pm Prince Romance 8:30am - 4:00pm Furano Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Wednesday 19th March 2014 Total snowfall at base so far 555cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 62 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 40cm (14th and 16th December) November 2013 snowfall 30cm reported on 2 days December 2013 snowfall 155cm reported on 13 days January 2014 snowfall 174cm reported on 19 days February 2014 snowfall 92cm reported on 16 days March 2014 snowfall 104cm 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 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 Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 1cm Snowfall at base this season 556cm Posted on Monday 31st March 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . With temperatures fluctuating over the last few days between warm and freezing, snow conditions on the mountain have been varying between icy and soft spring. Today there has been a fresh dusting of new snow, but nothing to get too excited about. Temperatures are cold so the slopes will be firm and frosty but may soften up if temperatures lift during the day. Heavy cloud is enveloping the mountain down to base, so expect compromised visibility at times. Operating lifts: Furano Ropeway 9:00am-4:00pm Furano Downhill Swift Lift 1 CLOSED Downhill Romance 2 chair 9:00am-4:00pm Downhill Romance 3 chair 9:00am-4:00pm Prince Romance 9:00am- 4:00pm Kitanomine Zone is now closed for the season including the Link Lift and Link Course. Furano Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Monday 31st March 2014 Total snowfall at base so far 556cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 63 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 40cm (14th and 16th December) November 2013 snowfall 30cm reported on 2 days December 2013 snowfall 155cm reported on 13 days January 2014 snowfall 174cm reported on 19 days February 2014 snowfall 92cm reported on 16 days March 2014 snowfall 105cm 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 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 Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 2cm Snowfall at base this season 590cm Posted on Thursday 10th April 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . The snow has arrived as forecast and it has been snowing since early this morning. Around the village there is 2cm of accumulation on the roads so far and things are fairly slushy. Temperatures on the mountain are sitting just below freezing and will probably drop a little lower during the day. Visibility is limited due to the heavy snow falling. The outlook for Friday is for more snow with temperatures similar to today. Operating lifts: Furano Ropeway 9:00am-4:00pm Furano Downhill Swift Lift 1 CLOSED Downhill Romance 2 chair 9:00am-4:00pm Downhill Romance 3 chair 9:00am-4:00pm Prince Romance CLOSED Kitanomine Zone is now closed for the season including the Link Lift and Link Course. Furano Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Thursday 10th April 2014 Total snowfall at base so far 590cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 67 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 40cm (14th and 16th December) November 2013 snowfall 30cm reported on 2 days December 2013 snowfall 155cm reported on 13 days January 2014 snowfall 174cm reported on 19 days February 2014 snowfall 92cm reported on 16 days March 2014 snowfall 105cm reported on 13 days April 2014 snowfall 34cm 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 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 Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 1cm Snowfall at base this season 591cm Posted on Friday 11th April 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . It is snowing lightly this morning and the village is once again coated in a layer of white. Temperatures are cold which bodes well for the quality of the fresh snow up on the mountain. Skies are clear and the sun is out. Temperatures will stay cold through the weekend and then on Monday things will be more spring like. Operating lifts: Furano Ropeway 9:00am-4:00pm Furano Downhill Swift Lift 1 CLOSED Downhill Romance 2 chair 9:00am-4:00pm Downhill Romance 3 chair 9:00am-4:00pm Prince Romance CLOSED Kitanomine Zone is now closed for the season including the Link Lift and Link Course. Furano Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Friday 11th April 2014 Total snowfall at base so far 591cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 68 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 40cm (14th and 16th December) November 2013 snowfall 30cm reported on 2 days December 2013 snowfall 155cm reported on 13 days January 2014 snowfall 174cm reported on 19 days February 2014 snowfall 92cm reported on 16 days March 2014 snowfall 105cm reported on 13 days April 2014 snowfall 35cm 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 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 Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 5cm Snowfall at base this season 111cm Posted on Friday 26th December 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Looks like a cracker today with plenty of sunshine against blue sky with some clouds here and there. Don't be fooled by the sunshine though, as the temperatures are really cold with -14c recorded at the top of the resort this morning. The recent snow falls combined with more terrain opening up means that the resort is kicking off into full winter mode, and the skiing on the fresh light powder quickly reminds us as to what the Furano experience is all about. There are still quite a few slopes with stones getting churned up, but other than that conditions are great. Family and Junior courses in Kitanomine opened yesterday and were immediately enjoyed by the beginner and intermediate crowds. Today's news is that the Furano Zone Downhill Romance 3 chair will open at 10am giving advanced skiers access to the steeper terrain on Panorama Course. Opening, lift & other notes: Prince Romance chair 8:30-20:00 Furano Ropeway 8:30-15:30 Downhill Romance 2 chair 8:40-15:30 Downhill Romance 3 chair 10:00-15:30 Link lift 9:00-15:30 Kitanomine Swift 1 chair 8:30-15:00 Kitanomine Romance 2 chair 8:40:15:30 Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Friday 26th December 2014 Total snowfall at base 111cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 14 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 20cm (24th December) November 2014 snowfall 15cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 96cm 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 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 Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 5cm Snowfall at base this season 106cm Posted on Thursday 25th December 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Conditions in Furano have been great so far today. A cold day, but early morning cloud lifted to reveal some nice sunshine and spectacular views. More of Kitanomine opened today with Family being skiable for the first time this season. The day looks like it will stay clear and provide good skiing on the groomed runs. Opening, lift & other notes: Prince Romance chair 8:30-20:00 Furano Ropeway 8:30-15:30 Downhill Romance 2 chair 8:40-15:30 Link lift 9:00-15:30 Kitanomine Swift 1 chair 8:30-15:00 Kitanomine Romance 2 chair 8:40:15:30 Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Thursday 25th December 2014 Total snowfall at base 106cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 13 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 20cm (24th December) November 2014 snowfall 15cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 91cm 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 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 Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 5cm Snowfall at base this season 128cm Posted on Tuesday 30th December 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . After yesterday's tropical temperatures that hovered around +5c for the day, we are back to more wintery negatives. There has been 5cm of new snow overnight which means 15cm has fallen over the last 2 days. There is low cloud rolling down from the tops and because of this there will be patches of low light but overall visibility will be good. Snow conditions will be firm underfoot. Night skiing is operating on both sides of the resort until 8pm. Nearly all of the resort runs are open now and we are just waiting for Kitanomine Gondola to commence operation so that the upper slopes of Kitanomine can be accessed. Opening, lift & other notes: Prince Romance chair 8:30-16:00 Furano Downhill Swift Lift No.1 9:00-20:00 Furano Ropeway 8:30-15:30 Downhill Romance 2 chair 8:40-15:30 Downhill Romance 3 chair 9:00-15:30 Link lift 9:00-15:30 Kitanomine Swift 1 chair 8:30-20:00 Kitanomine Romance 2 chair 8:40:15:30 Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Tuesday 30th December 2014 Total snowfall at base 128cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 17 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 20cm (24th December) November 2014 snowfall 15cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 113cm reported on 16 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in 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 Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 2cm Snowfall at base this season 113cm Posted on Saturday 27th December 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Been really nice out there for the last couple of days and with the grooming done overnight things should continue today. We haven't had a great deal of snow overnight just more of a dusting. Very light snow only is forecasted for the weekend but at least at the moment the flakes have been a good size which keeps it powdery. Though more of the resort becomes skiable they are hoping to have a tad more snowfall before the gondola opens here in Kitanomine but a call on that may be made over the weekend. Night skiing begins tonight in the Kitanomine zone. Opening, lift & other notes: Prince Romance chair 8:30-20:00 Furano Ropeway 8:30-15:30 Downhill Romance 2 chair 8:40-15:30 Downhill Romance 3 chair 10:00-15:30 Link lift 9:00-15:30 Kitanomine Swift 1 chair 8:30-15:00 Kitanomine Romance 2 chair 8:40:15:30 Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Saturday 27th December 2014 Total snowfall at base 113cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 15 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 20cm (24th December) November 2014 snowfall 15cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 98cm reported on 14 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in 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 Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 10cm Snowfall at base this season 138cm Posted on Wednesday 31st December 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . It will be an amazing powder morning with 10cm of pow layering the town and plenty more up on the mountain. There is no wind and it is still snowing moderately. Visibility is a bit limited with early morning fog surrounding the mountain, but this may lift as the morning progresses. Opening, lift & other notes: Prince Romance chair 8:30-16:00 Furano Downhill Swift Lift No.1 9:00-20:00 Furano Ropeway 8:30-15:30 Downhill Romance 2 chair 8:40-15:30 Downhill Romance 3 chair 9:00-15:30 Link lift 9:00-15:30 Kitanomine Swift 1 chair 8:30-20:00 Kitanomine Romance 2 chair 8:40-15:30 Kitanomine Gondola CLOSED Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Wednesday 31st December 2014 Total snowfall at base 138cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 18 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 20cm (24th December) November 2014 snowfall 15cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 123cm reported on 17 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in 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