Independent snow and weather reporting from the Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 5cm Snowfall at base this season 620cm Posted on Friday 14th March 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . Yesterday, it rained. Not nice and obviously not good for the snow out there on the slopes. The much better news is that today it is snowing. Not the lightest or driest snow, as temperatures remain relatively mild (though still in the negatives), but it is actually falling quite heavily at the moment and a wind blowing around as well. Here's to a nice new layer to cover up the icy snow underneath. Clearer skies are forecast for tomorrow. Look for a warmup as we enter the new week and a sunny start to the week. Shiga Kogen Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Friday 14th March 2014 Total snowfall at base 620cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 66 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 30cm (19th January; 15th and 16th February) November 2013 snowfall 1cm reported on 1 day December 2013 snowfall 145cm reported on 18 days January 2014 snowfall 188cm reported on 21 days February 2014 snowfall 208cm reported on 17 days March 2014 snowfall 78cm 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 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 Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 3cm Snowfall at base this season 628cm Posted on Monday 17th March 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . Wet stuff falling from the skies later in the day yesterday, ending up in the form of snow. This morning though it's clear blue skies and I think it is going to be a clear and sunny - and mild - day. Later tomorrow we probably won't be lucky enough to escape some rainfall though there's decent chances that it will be snowing as temps fall overnight. Shiga Kogen Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Monday 17th March 2014 Total snowfall at base 628cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 68 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 30cm (19th January; 15th and 16th February) November 2013 snowfall 1cm reported on 1 day December 2013 snowfall 145cm reported on 18 days January 2014 snowfall 188cm reported on 21 days February 2014 snowfall 208cm reported on 17 days March 2014 snowfall 86cm 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 Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 5cm Snowfall at base this season 625cm Posted on Saturday 15th March 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . Cold overnight, felt very wintery! After that bit of snow yesterday as well, there's a (thin) layer of new snow but no more falling this morning as it's more a story of blue skies with some cloud. Staying cold for now, tomorrow should be warmer though and indeed the first half of the coming week as well. Shiga Kogen Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Saturday 15th March 2014 Total snowfall at base 625cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 67 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 30cm (19th January; 15th and 16th February) November 2013 snowfall 1cm reported on 1 day December 2013 snowfall 145cm reported on 18 days January 2014 snowfall 188cm reported on 21 days February 2014 snowfall 208cm reported on 17 days March 2014 snowfall 83cm 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 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 Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 20cm Snowfall at base this season 653cm Posted on Saturday 22nd March 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . It's going to be a top notch day here, with some second glances at the date on the calendar. After the snow and stormy conditions yesterday, with a decent amount of fresh snow delivered, it's has been sunny this morning though quite a few clouds around just now. We're expecting clearer weather today. Possibility of slight snow showers tomorrow but once we get into the new week it will be getting much warmer. Shiga Kogen Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Saturday 22nd March 2014 Total snowfall at base 653cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 70 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 30cm (19th January; 15th and 16th February) November 2013 snowfall 1cm reported on 1 day December 2013 snowfall 145cm reported on 18 days January 2014 snowfall 188cm reported on 21 days February 2014 snowfall 208cm reported on 17 days March 2014 snowfall 111cm reported on 13 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Shiga Kogen. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 2cm Snowfall at base this season 655cm Posted on Monday 31st March 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . We got rained on yesterday, but... it turned into snow for a while and there's just a thin layer to show for it and snow on the roads. It is still snowing lightly too, but feels like it is going to ease off and indeed the forecast has us down for some sunny conditions later today and tomorrow too. It's the last day of the season for a number of resort areas and lifts today as noted below. Maruike: Until 31st March Hasuike: Until 31st March Nishitateyama: Until 31st March Higashitateyama: Until 31st March Sun Valley: Number 2 lift - closed Number 3 lift - until 31st March Number 1 lift - until 6th April Tannenomori: Number 8 quad lift - until 3rd April and then 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th April; 26th April until 6th May Giant: Until 6th April Happo Bunadaira: Bunadaira quad - until 31st March Happo quad - until 6th April Ichinose Diamond: Diamond triple lift - until 4th April Diamond quad lift - until 6th April; then on weekends and 26th April until 6th May. Connecting - until 31st March Ichinose Family: Ichinose Number 2 Pair A - until 31st March Ichinose Number 3 quad - until 31st March Ichinose Number 2 Pair B - until 6th May Ichinose quad - until 6th May Ichinose Yamanokami: Until 6th April and then weekends and 26th April until 6th May Terakoya: Quad lift - until 31st March and then weekends and 26th April until 6th May Pair lift - until 31st March and then weekends and 26th April until 6th May Mammoth: Number 3 pair lift - until 31st March Quad lift - until 6th April and then weekends and 26th April until 6th May Triple lift - until 6th April and then weekdays until 25th April; and then 3rd-6th May Kidoike: Until 31st March Okushiga Kogen: Number 6 pair lift - until 30th March Number 1 pair lift - until 6th April Number 4 pair lift - until 6th April and then 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th April and 26th April until 6th May Number 2 and 3 pair lifts - until 6th May Gondola - until 6th May Yakebitaiyama, Yokoteyama and Kumanoyu are yet to announce details. Yokoteyama is usually able to remain open until late May. Shiga Kogen Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Monday 31st March 2014 Total snowfall at base 655cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 71 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 30cm (19th January; 15th and 16th February) November 2013 snowfall 1cm reported on 1 day December 2013 snowfall 145cm reported on 18 days January 2014 snowfall 188cm reported on 21 days February 2014 snowfall 208cm reported on 17 days March 2014 snowfall 113cm 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 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 Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 0cm Snowfall at base this season 655cm Posted on Thursday 10th April 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . As yesterday, fine weather conditions this morning in Shiga Kogen though it's more hazy than clear blue skies. Forecasts say that later today clouds will move in and there's a good chance of rain/sleet/snow (they can't make their mind up) but things look clearer tomorrow onwards through into next week with clear and sunny conditions very likely. It's not going to warm up that much over the weekend but it should be fine spring conditions if you want to get in some last runs of the season. Tannenomori: Number 8 quad lift - 12th, 13th April; 26th April until 6th May Ichinose Diamond: Diamond quad lift - weekends only and 26th April until 6th May. Ichinose Family: Ichinose Number 2 Pair B - until 6th May Ichinose quad - until 6th May Ichinose Yamanokami: Weekends only and 26th April until 6th May Terakoya: Quad lift - weekends and 26th April until 6th May Pair lift - weekends and 26th April until 6th May Mammoth: Quad lift - weekends only and 26th April until 6th May Triple lift - weekdays until 25th April; and then 3rd-6th May Yakebitaiyama: Number 2 Gondola - 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th April and 26th April until 6th May Number 2 high speed - 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th April and 26th April until 6th May Number 4 romance - when number 2 gondola is resting Okushiga Kogen: Number 4 pair lift - 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th April and 26th April until 6th May Number 2 and 3 pair lifts - until 6th May Gondola - until 6th May Kumanoyu: Number 3 quad - 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th April and 26th April until 6th May Number 2 pair - 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th April and 26th April until 6th May Number 1 pair - until 6th May Yokoteyama: As long as there's snow - probably beyond Golden Week Shiga Kogen Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Thursday 10th April 2014 Total snowfall at base 655cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 71 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 30cm (19th January; 15th and 16th February) November 2013 snowfall 1cm reported on 1 day December 2013 snowfall 145cm reported on 18 days January 2014 snowfall 188cm reported on 21 days February 2014 snowfall 208cm reported on 17 days March 2014 snowfall 113cm reported on 14 days April 2014 snowfall 0cm 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 Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 0cm Snowfall at base this season 655cm Posted on Friday 25th April 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . The rain earlier in the week soon cleared and we have enjoyed some fine and clear conditions the last few days. We should have similar over the weekend. As I write this, the first cars should be driving through the Route 292 road connecting Shiga Kogen with Kusatsu in Gunma Prefecture. It opens at 10am this morning. This road is of course closed during the winter months. Apparently, in some places the snow walls on the side of the road are 8m high. A sight to see for sure. Of course this road now open means that you can now get to Shiga Kogen from the Gunma side. More lifts opening up again tomorrow for the Golden Week holidays, details as they are posted below. Have a good weekend. Tannenomori: Number 8 quad lift - 26th April until 6th May Ichinose Diamond: Diamond quad lift - 26th April until 6th May. Ichinose Family: Ichinose Number 2 Pair B - until 6th May Ichinose quad - until 6th May Ichinose Yamanokami: 26th April until 6th May Terakoya: Quad lift - 26th April until 6th May Pair lift - 26th April until 6th May Mammoth: Quad lift - 26th April until 6th May Triple lift - weekdays until 25th April, then 3rd-6th May Yakebitaiyama: Number 2 Gondola - 26th April until 6th May Number 2 high speed - 26th April until 6th May Number 4 romance - when number 2 gondola is resting Okushiga Kogen: Number 4 pair lift - 26th April until 6th May Number 2 and 3 pair lifts - until 6th May Gondola - until 6th May Kumanoyu: Number 3 quad - 26th April until 6th May Number 2 pair - 26th April until 6th May Number 1 pair - until 6th May Yokoteyama: As long as there's snow - probably beyond Golden Week Shiga Kogen Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Friday 25th April 2014 Total snowfall at base 655cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 71 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 30cm (19th January; 15th and 16th February) November 2013 snowfall 1cm reported on 1 day December 2013 snowfall 145cm reported on 18 days January 2014 snowfall 188cm reported on 21 days February 2014 snowfall 208cm reported on 17 days March 2014 snowfall 113cm reported on 14 days April 2014 snowfall 0cm 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 Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 10cm Snowfall at base this season 10cm Posted on Tuesday 18th November 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . The last week has seen temperatures plummet and some sprinklings of snow and.... oh yes, the Kumanoyu area is open! Yes, the first ski lift of the season is moving. Just the Number 2 pair lift, with a 600m run of around 20-30m width has opened this morning. There has been a layer of real snow with the snow machines backing that up to let this happen. So it's the officially the first day of the ski season in Shiga Kogen - please note that snowboarders aren't allowed at the Kumanoyu area, it's skiers only. (Don't blame us!) These Shiga Kogen Now reports will become daily once we are into December and more is open but we'll keep this page updated a few times a week until then. Shiga Kogen Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Tuesday 18th November 2014 Total snowfall at base 10cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 1 day Most snowfall observed in 1 day 10cm (18th November) November 2014 snowfall 10cm reported on 1 day 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 Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 15cm Snowfall at base this season 35cm Posted on Saturday 6th December 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . We have some new snow since yesterday - and it is still snowing here - but I can't see any changes to the resort operations this morning which surprises me a bit. I thought there'd be more action this morning, though it must be added that Shiga Kogen resorts are not the quickest to get information out there. But with this snow I would expect more open and definitely news of that tomorrow morning. That's my guess anyway. So anyway yes it's snowing, right down to those cheeky monkeys down in the Yamanouchi town areas. Still limited operations - as far as I can tell. Takamagahara The lower run is open, with the Number 2 triple lift moving Ichinose Family The Number 2 Pair A line is moving and there's a 380m long and 30m wide course open Kumanoyu Number 2 Pair A and B lifts are servicing a 600m long and 60-70m wide course. Shiga Kogen Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Saturday 6th December 2014 Total snowfall at base 35cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 3 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 15cm (6th December) November 2014 snowfall 10cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 25cm 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 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 Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 30cm Snowfall at base this season 100cm Posted on Sunday 14th December 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . Decent amount of snow since yesterday with most of the resorts adding about 15-20cm to their snow depths, but there has been more than that. They seem to like under-reporting the snow for some reason, that's what I think anyway. As if we wouldn't like heavy snow. You may have noticed that Nozawa reported close to 1m of snow. Yes, they're not right next to each other and conditions can often be very different, but that gives you an idea. Anyway, it's snowing quite heavily still now so I would expect more to be added. Easing off by late today but another winter storm on the way on Wednesday and perhaps the coldest - and windiest - conditions of the season yet. Friday might be a good day to arrive here with clearer conditions forecast. Resort areas status with official snow depths: Okushiga Kogen 30cm Part open Yakebitaiyama 40cm Part open Ichinose Family 60cm Part open Ichinose Yamanokami 60cm Part open Ichinose Diamond 60cm Part open Takamagahara 60cm Part open Terakoya Part open Higashitateyama Plans to open on 20th December Giant Plans to open on 20th December Nishitateyama Plans to open on 20th December Bundaraia Plans to open on 20th December Sun Valley Plans to open to public on 14th December Maruike Plans to open on 20th December Hasuike Plans to open on 20th December Kumanoyu 60cm Almost all open (note: skiers only resort area) Yokoteyama 60cm Lower areas open Shiga Kogen Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Sunday 14th December 2014 Total snowfall at base 100cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 7 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 30cm (14th December) November 2014 snowfall 10cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 90cm 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 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 Nozawa Onsen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 5cm Snowfall at base this season 5cm Posted on Tuesday 12th November 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Nozawa Now report can be found here . Hello and welcome back! The resort this afternoon is reporting 40cm of snow up on the top runs of the resort after the snowfall of yesterday. Exciting times. It's looking really nice and white up there now on the webcams. A bit more down here at base and in the village. It has struggled to warm up beyond freezing point at base today, and we have had sporadic snow but at the moment there are breaks in the cloud and I can see some blue sky out there as well. The forecast is for cloud/sleet/snow into tomorrow. This spell of winter weather will make way for clearer conditions and a warm up later in the week and over the weekend. Nozawa Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Tuesday 12th November 2013 Total snowfall at base 5cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 1 day Most snowfall observed in 1 day 5cm (on 12th November) November 2013 snowfall 5cm reported on 1 day 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 Nozawa Onsen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 2cm Snowfall at base this season 17cm Posted on Saturday 7th December 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Nozawa Now report can be found here . 10cm of fresh snow on the top Yamabiko runs this morning to report from Nozawa, with thin layer down at base as well - just almost covering up the ground from about 650m upwards. Snow is forecast for the day, so here's hoping that we can get as much out of it as possible. It probably won't rise much over 0 degrees here for the day, with Yamabiko recording temps of -5 degrees as of 7:30am this morning. It doesn't look like there's any change to lift operations and course openings just yet. No doubt the resort is as keen as we are to open up more! Looking ahead, the forecast for Wednesday into Thursday in looking particularly encouraging. Before that though we can expect milder temperatures again early week. Saturday 7th December 2013: Official snow depth: Yamabiko - 50cm Base areas - few cm Lifts Nagasaka Gondola - 8:40am until 3:30pm Yamabiko Four lift - 9am until 3:30pm Yamabiko Number 2 Four lift - 8:55am until 3:40pm Courses Yamabiko A course - 1300m Yamabiko C course - 850m Yamabiko D course - 1250m Yamabiko E course - 10000m Nozawa Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Saturday 7th December 2013 Total snowfall at base 17cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 3 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 10cm (on 30th November) November 2013 snowfall 15cm reported on 2 days December 2013 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 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