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

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 10cm Snowfall at base this season 123cm Posted on Monday 29th December 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Surprising 10cm of fluff fell early this morning. Great news all round and very much needed as there is still some vegetation popping through in areas. It's also a very sunny warm day today with temps being above 0c. Best to get out early to take advantage of it all. 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 Monday 29th December 2014 Total snowfall at base 123cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 16 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 20cm (24th December) November 2014 snowfall 15cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 108cm reported on 15 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 143cm Posted on Saturday 3rd January 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . The cold from yesterday is still in the bones today but again a nice day out there is expected. Not a great deal of new snow overnight but some good coverage late yesterday was a bit of a top up. Today should flurry throughout the day but won't add up to more then about 4 cm. 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 10:00-14:30 Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Saturday 3rd January 2015 Total snowfall at base 143cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 19 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 January 2015 snowfall 5cm reported on 1 day Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in 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 262cm Posted on Monday 2nd February 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Apart from the winds it is looking like a pretty good morning to head out for some turns on the groomers. There has been 2cm of light dry pow in the village overnight with slightly more higher up the resort. The winds are moderately gusting right now so it is important to wrap up warmly. Tomorrow through to Thursday is forecast to be sunny with the winds reducing a little from tonight. Opening, lift & other notes: All lifts operating Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Monday 2nd February 2015 Total snowfall at base 262cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 36 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 20cm (24th December and 8th January) November 2014 snowfall 15cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 123cm reported on 17 days January 2015 snowfall 122cm reported on 17 days February 2015 snowfall 2cm reported on 1 day Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in 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 25cm Snowfall at base this season 30cm Posted on Friday 29th November 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . It is good news to report in Furano. Yesterday there was 25cm of snow at village level and things changed from brown to white overnight. The snow was followed by chilly temperatures and it was -10c at base level this morning. The grooming team have been hard at work during the day and have packed down the new snow to form a substantial base. There is not quite enough snow to open the ski area tomorrow, but it is very, very close. With more snow on the forecast tomorrow evening we may see the lifts moving in Furano on Sunday, and if not, early next week. Furano Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Friday 29th November 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 30cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 2 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 25cm (29th November) November 2013 snowfall 30cm reported on 2 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Furano. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 3cm Snowfall at base this season 82cm Weather overview Snow showers Wind Calm Temperature - Visibility Good Posted at 8:05pm on Sunday 2nd December 2012 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . It's been flurrying off and on all day long, but we haven't seen any of the substantial accumulations we've gotten used to seeing over the past several days. While the two or three centimeters of fresh powder on top of the snowpack might make for some comfy turns on the slopes, the flakes flying at the moment don't look like they'll be bringing the buckets of snow we'd all really like to see at the moment. On the temperature side of things, it was a cold one today, and it looks like it will be cold again tomorrow. Temps bottomed out at -12 last night, definitely the coldest air we've seen all season. Winds are light to calm at the moment. Tomorrow looks like it's going to be a frosty start, so for all you early risers out there looking to hit the slopes first thing Monday morning, be sure to bundle up before heading out. Lift operations: Furano Ropeway 8:30-14:40 Downhill Romance No.2 chair 8:45-15:00 Open courses: Sailer Course (open) Spies Course (upper half only) Shirakaba Furano Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Sunday 2nd December 2012 Total snowfall at base so far 82cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 12 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 18cm (22nd November) November 2012 snowfall 69cm reported on 10 days December 2012 snowfall 13cm reported on 2 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Furano. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 10cm Snowfall at base this season 79cm Weather overview Cloud Wind Calm Temperature - Visibility OK Posted at 2:57pm on Saturday 1st December 2012 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Another page turned on the calendar, and another wintery day in Furano. We're seeing scattered snow showers at the moment, leaving behind more of the white stuff every time the winds change. Overall, we've seen around 10cm of new snow since last night, and the flurries promise to fly for the rest of the day and on into the night. December is looking good, with snow in the forecast everyday for the next week. The big news today is that Sailer Course is now officially open for skiing from top to bottom. This is a welcome announcement, as there is plenty of fresh powder on the lower half of the mountain just waiting for the first turns of the season. It's currently -4 with light snow. Winds are light and variable, making it a perfect Saturday to get out there and enjoy all that new snow. Lift operations: Furano Ropeway 8:30-14:40 Downhill Romance No.2 chair 8:45-15:00 Open courses: Sailer Course(entire course open!!) Spies Course(upper) Shirakaba Furano Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Saturday 1st December 2012 Total snowfall at base so far 79cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 11 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 18cm (22nd November) November 2012 snowfall 69cm reported on 10 days December 2012 snowfall 10cm reported on 1 day Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in 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 221cm Weather overview Moderate snow Wind Variable Temperature - Visibility Fair Posted at 12:10pm on Sunday 30th December 2012 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . It's currently -3 and snowing outside, but the big story today is the wind whipping around out there. Wind speeds are currently clocking in anywhere from 5-7 m/s, with even stronger gusts at times. Unfortunately the resort has been forced to close the Kitanomine Gondola and Furano Downhill Romance Lift #3 for the time being, but safety is the number one concern here. On the plus side the snow is coming down in droves. However, with all that wind, the white stuff is being blown around and piling up on the sides of courses and lesser-traversed runs. The system moving across Hokkaido is coming from the south, bringing with it unseasonably warm temperatures. The forecast for the evening calls for this snow to turn into a wintry mix briefly before changing back to all snow, but we shall see what the weather has in store. Regardless, this should not affect the upper mountain, which should come away with plenty of fresh from this storm. Furano Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Sunday 30th December 2012 Total snowfall at base so far 221cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 30 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 18cm (22nd November) November 2012 snowfall 69cm reported on 10 days December 2012 snowfall 152cm reported on 20 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