Winter season in full swing!

Winter season in full swing!

Winter season in full swing!

The landscape in Nozawa Onsen never ceases to amaze us! Just over a week ago, the mountaintops had a light dusting of snow, while the village below was still clinging to autumn’s charm. But today? It’s a whole new world. Powder has spread from top to bottom, transforming the entire area. Walking through the village feels like stepping into an snowy heaven – almost unrecognisable from just last week.

 

 

Yesterday brought us amazing conditions on the slopes, with cold temperatures and beautifully soft snow underfoot. For those carving their way through Yamabiko and Uenotaira, it was a day to remember. And the good news keeps coming – with more snow expected to fall steadily over the next week, we’re seeing the mountain come alive with more terrain opening soon.

The forecast is looking very promising, with a mix of light and heavy snowfall predicted every day. If you’re lucky, you might even catch some sunshine breaking through on Sunday, offering the perfect mix of blue skies and snowy peaks 🏔️🎿✨

 

 

TODAY:

🌡️ Temperature at the top: -5°C

❄️ New snow overnight: 6cm

🏔️ Base at the top of Nagasaka: 70cm

⛷️ Snow conditions: Snow dusting throughout the day

🌤️ Weather: Partly sunny

🚡 LIFTS IN OPERATION: Nagasaka Gondola, Yamabiko 4, Yamabiko 2nd 4

🎿 RUNS OPEN: Yamabiko A, B, C, D, E, and Uenotaira

 

 

☃️ SNOW FORECAST:

Hold onto your beanies, folks—winter is showing no mercy this week! Today we’re warming up with some snow showers, and it only gets better from here.
Wednesday and Thursday are bringing moderate to light snow with temps staying frosty, perfect for keeping that snow soft and fluffy.
By Friday, things are getting serious. Clouds are lurking, and the mountain is gearing up for another snowy top-up before the weekend madness. Saturday? Oh, just some casual snow showers to keep the slopes fresh.
But wait for it—Sunday night and Monday are the real showstoppers! Heavy snow is forecasted to roll in, and if that wasn’t enough, there’s another round of snow and cold temps lined up for next week.
With a snow-to-sun ratio like this, it’s time to wax those skis and dig out the goggles!