Independent snow and weather reporting from the Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 15cm Snowfall at base this season 414cm Posted on Monday 10th February 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . More snow yesterday and earlier this morning too but for now lots of the clouds have moved on and we have nice blue skies over us and the sun shining down. Looks like it should be a fine day, and we are ok with that as we have the fresh snow to enjoy as well. Tomorrow will probably be sunny too. National holiday time and so if it seems a bit busier than usual for a weekday - that's the reason! Talking of which, the snowy weather in Tokyo and other areas over the weekend prevented lots of people getting up here. The situation seems to be back to normal now. Shiga Kogen Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Monday 10th February 2014 Total snowfall at base 414cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 48 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 30cm (19th January) 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 80cm 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 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 384cm Posted on Saturday 8th February 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . It started snowing early morning (so I heard - late night!), but now as I look out of the window I see heavy snow falling. It's really coming down. I would guess already about 5-10cm this morning. Suitably snowy and mid-wintery, and we can hope that it continues to snow all of the day today and bring us a nice new fresh layer. Limited visibility as you might expect due to the snowfall. Shiga Kogen Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Saturday 8th February 2014 Total snowfall at base 384cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 46 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 30cm (19th January) 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 50cm 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 Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 15cm Snowfall at base this season 399cm Posted on Sunday 9th February 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . It is still snowing this morning... not as heavy as it was when I posted the report yesterday. Visibility is better. But we are still in a good winter mode here. It should keep cold again today but less snow is forecast for today and after today we might be looking at a run of clearer conditions. Tuesday is a national holiday in Japan, so will be busier than a normal weekday. Shiga Kogen Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Sunday 9th February 2014 Total snowfall at base 399cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 47 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 30cm (19th January) 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 65cm 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 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 417cm Posted on Thursday 13th February 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . It is snowing this morning in Shiga Kogen - coming down pretty hard at the moment actually - and hopefully this is the first of a few days of snowfall. Looks like it started this morning as there's not much in terms of new cm to show for it but if it continues like this then things should be good. More snow is forecast for tomorrow and Saturday in particular so it should be a good weekend. Come prepared! Shiga Kogen Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Thursday 13th February 2014 Total snowfall at base 417cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 49 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 30cm (19th January) 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 83cm 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 5cm Snowfall at base this season 422cm Posted on Friday 14th February 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . Snow and limited visibility this morning out on the slopes. Not huge amounts from yesterday but we're bracing ourselves (excitedly) for some heavy snowfall later today through tomorrow. The storm may also bring with it strong winds, so need to keep an eye on that and how it might affect lifts around the area. Heavy snow. Sounds good to me. Onegai shimasu. Shiga Kogen Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Friday 14th February 2014 Total snowfall at base 422cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 50 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 30cm (19th January) 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 88cm 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 30cm Snowfall at base this season 482cm Posted on Sunday 16th February 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . It all looks a bit limited in Shiga Kogen this morning. Strong winds, heavy snow and poor visibility have a fair few lifts closed. For those who manage to get here (transportation network problems!), there's not much choice and honestly you would have to be really keen. I think that an onsen is probably a good idea this morning as there's close to zero visibility out there and not nice. The only lifts moving - as far as the official site updates tell me anyway - are a few at Sun Valley, Tannenomori and Yakebitaiyama (though some of that info might not be the latest as they don't seem to update it real time. Can't say we were expecting such a huge storm. Though it has been bringing us lots of new snow which once things have settled should be good to enjoy. Shiga Kogen Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Sunday 16th February 2014 Total snowfall at base 482cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 52 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 148cm reported on 12 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Shiga Kogen. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Shiga Kogen region of Nagano New snowfall at base 30cm Snowfall at base this season 452cm Posted on Saturday 15th February 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . Heavy snow this morning in Shiga Kogen. I was planning in being back there this morning but traffic issues prevent me from getting back so this is from a friend on the phone who just said it was really stormy conditions up there (as it has been down in lower areas as well) and there's a good layer of new snow.... along with some lifts being affected by the conditions. Snow may ease off by Sunday and I will definitely be back up there to see what it's like for myself. Shiga Kogen Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Saturday 15th February 2014 Total snowfall at base 452cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 51 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 30cm (19th January and 15th 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 118cm 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 20cm Snowfall at base this season 502cm Posted on Monday 17th February 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . It's still snowing here and coming down pretty good too. It's not quite as whiteout conditions as over the weekend, but still visibility is limited and a wind blowing. Much more lifts open as well, though a few are closed as the resorts cope with the snowfall we have had. We appear to be on the tail end of this particular storm though and can expect some clearer skies tomorrow perhaps even sun. If so it will be a great day to be out on the slopes here. Traffic problems and not very pleasant conditions during the weekend aside, in terms of snowfall mid-February has been very kind. I'm looking forward to getting out there to enjoy it. Shiga Kogen Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Monday 17th February 2014 Total snowfall at base 502cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 53 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 168cm 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 5cm Snowfall at base this season 537cm Posted on Thursday 20th February 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . This makes for a change! It's sunny over Shiga Kogen... and blue skies! A somewhat overcast blue sky in places but definitely a change from the snowfall and stormy conditions that we have been having since last weekend. I'm sure more than a few people were racing out to first lifts this morning when they looked out the window. So great snow, great weather. Will be a very good day, I think. We might see some light snow tomorrow but apart from that there's quite a lot of clearer conditions to enjoy into next week. Shiga Kogen Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Thursday 20th February 2014 Total snowfall at base 537cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 56 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 203cm 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 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 522cm Posted on Tuesday 18th February 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . As the snow continues to fall here in Shiga Kogen.... the sun is taking a brief chance to make an appearance. Short lived perhaps, but also perhaps a sign that the current storm is on the way out. (There it goes back behind a cloud and again the snow is falling heavily). There's still some winds about today, though not as much as yesterday. Still, limited visibility out on the slopes. Clearer conditions should be up next, and we all hope of course that is keeps cold. Once the sun comes out it should be great to get out there. Shiga Kogen Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Tuesday 18th February 2014 Total snowfall at base 522cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 54 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 188cm 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 10cm Snowfall at base this season 532cm Posted on Wednesday 19th February 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . Yes, it is snowing still. Again as I write my report it's coming down quite impressively here in the Maruike part of Shiga Kogen. Not a huge amount since yesterday, perhaps 10cm or so, and while the forecasts told us to expect the snow clouds to have stopped doing their thing this morning, it doesn't look like quitting just yet. Not as windy as it has been at the moment though. We are expecting clearer weather soon though. Shiga Kogen Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Wednesday 19th February 2014 Total snowfall at base 532cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 55 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 198cm 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 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 542cm Posted on Friday 21st February 2014 This is an archived report. The latest Shiga Kogen Now report can be found here . It has been a cold start to the day here in Shiga Kogen. Snow is falling again which is a contrast to the weather we had yesterday. Quite bright though in some parts of the area with the sun trying to show through thin clouds at times. I was just over at Kumanoyu. Very quiet indeed. Hardly anyone about. It probably goes without saying but if you can get here weekdays rather than much busier weekends you're in for a treat. I know, not possible for many. But I'd go as far as saying worth taking the days off work to get the ski runs to yourself! We are expecting mostly clearer weather for the weekend and into next week too, but it should keep cold for the next few days at least. Official snow depth data: Sun Valley: 180cm Maruike: 180cm Hasuike: 180cm Giant: 180cm Higashitateyama: 180cm Hoppo Bundaira: 180cm Takamagahara Mammoth: 180cm Nishitateyama: 170cm Ichinose Family: 180cm Terakoya: 180cm Ichinose Diamond: 180cm Yakebitaiyama: 220cm Okushiga Kogen: 220cm Kumanoyu (skiers only): 220cm Yokoteyama: 200cm Shiga Kogen Now 2013-2014 season Data as of Friday 21st February 2014 Total snowfall at base 542cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 57 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 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