Marching In To More Snow Marching In To More Snow Marching in to more snow in Nozawa A bit of a break in the snow here this morning after it snowed most of the day yesterday. It was heavy at times and the resort reporting another 10cm of fresh snow for the top overnight. Almost no wind this morning and with the clearer skies and fresh powder remaining it should be an awesome day on the slopes. Yesterday was pretty amazing especially up high early with abundant powder for everyone. It got a bit sticky down low later funnily but the top remained good. Starting with the consistent -6 degrees up a Yamabiko again this morning and looking like […]
Magic March Strikes Again
Magic March Strikes Again Magic March Strikes Again That old “March Magic” strikes again in Nozawa Waking up to a white paradise with snow dumping this morning gifting us with a beautiful fresh layer of powder to enjoy on the slopes today. The resort is reporting 10cm overnight but the snow machine is still going strong and we should see at least another 10cm fall throughout today. After yesterday’s sunny morning and an awesome day up on the mountain with ideal visibility and riding conditions we’re headed for a wintery March by the looks. Nice and cold up top and being a Monday most people are back to work at their desks in Tokyo so leaves the few powder […]
Fire and Snow Nozawa Onsen
Fire and Snow Nozawa Onsen Fire and snow Nozawa Onsen After an amazing day of fresh snow on the mountain yesterday the skies cleared and set the scene for a magical night for the annual spring Lantern Festival. Temps were cold but the fire twirlers, flare run and Fire works finale kept spirits high. Fire has long been part of the culture in Nozawa with the famous Fire Festival and last night did not disappoint. Did we mention what an awesome day it was on the slopes with over 20cm of fresh snow. This morning is starting as a beautiful sunny day but hang on to your Beanie as snow is expected to fall again tonight and we should see […]
Another Snow Dump in Nozawa
Another Snow Dump in Nozawa Another awesome dump of snow for Nozawa Overnight March Magic turning into a bit of March Madness with more lovely powder snow overnight. The resort reporting 15cm but it feels like more and still going strong. Lovely big flakes lofting from the sky as I type this just out my window. Yesterday was an awesome day on the hill and today should be even better. The base has jumped back up to 225cm almost the peak for the season and there will be some epic powder turns to be had all over the resort today. Lantern festival also on tonight from 7pm at Nagsaka Slope with fireworks and a flare run. Great time to […]
12 Day Forecast Nozawa
12 Day Forecast Nozawa Check out the 12 Day forecast for early March 2024 in Nozawa Onsen here. Looks pretty impressive. Lots of snow and cold temps expected. If you can get up here them will be worth it! Remember the great spring deals with Nozawa Holidays too. Check out more here; March Ski Deals Japan March Magic begins with a sneaky 18cm of fresh snow overnight for Nozawa It is officially the first day of Spring in Japan but looking out the window this morning and it still looks very much like Winter. A stealth dump of 18cm overnight has made for a great opening day of the Spring season in Nozawa. Yesterday was also amazing on the slopes, […]
Sunshine After Powder Days
Sunshine After Powder Days A bit of sun after the last few days of powder fun Great time to be in Nozawa, we have had an epic few days on the hill with this late February snow fall. Tuesday was amazing when the snow just kept falling and yesterday was just as good with plenty of powder up for grabs all over and amazing conditions under foot on the slopes. It snowed lightly most of the day and was nice and cold keeping everything fresh. Plenty of smiles sliding down the slopes all day. Was almost surprised to see the sun and blue skies this morning but the fair weather skiers will be revelling and it is going to […]
Nozawa’s Late Season Game-Changer
Nozawa’s Late Season Game-Changer Nozawa’s Late Season Game-Changer Waking up to another 20cm of fresh snow overnight. Total of this Siberian Snow storm to 75cm and changing the landscape here in a few short days. Last week I was gong to hang up the powder planks for the season, this morning they are waxed and waiting at the door step as the snow continues to fall here in Nozawa. Yesterday snowed all day and was fantastic and today could be even better. Tracks were getting filled and the bottom was soft as we lapped the courses up at Yamabiko. The added bonus of this time of the season is there is not too many people about to […]
Winter Comeback in Nozawa Onsen
Winter Comeback in Nozawa Onsen Winter Comeback in Nozawa Onsen Be careful what you wish for. Waking up to blizzard like conditions today in Nozawa. The resort reporting an impressive 35cm so more than the “Magic Foot” of fresh snow up top overnight. The base has jumped back up to the 2 meter mark. The Siberian snow gods have also brought with them strong northerly winds. It was unsure whether the gondolas would open this morning but can report they are both operational at the moment Nagasaka and Hikage Gondolas. Winds are set to ease through the day so hoping all will stay running. The snow is falling like pellets down low rather than flakes so will be interesting […]
White Forecast Ahead in Nozawa
White Forecast Ahead in Nozawa White Forecast Ahead in Nozawa Weather predictions for the start of this week came true with fresh snow starting to cover the mountain and plenty more on the way. A positive change bringing us back to the winter wonderland after last week spring spike. Today we should expect to see a decent snowfall throughout the day with moderate winds increasing slightly in the afternoon and bringing us more powder for Tuesday. Yesterday’s morning freeze covered the trees on the top of the mountain creating beautiful landscapes to admire with light snowfall joining for the show later in the afternoon. After a busy long weekend on the slopes today should be quieter across the resort […]
Good Looking Week Ahead
Good Looking Week Ahead Good looking week ahead for Nozawa After what was probably not the best week of the season the next week is looking good starting tonight with snow expected and set to continue all day tomorrow and into Tuesday. Today is looking fun out there, some high level cloud cover so visibility looks good up top and the trees have a white coat at Yamabiko. The groomers should be fast early and crowds should start to dissipate as the day goes on. The long weekend was busy around town but I predict it will be a lot quieter from tomorrow and then quieter again from next week as we hit March. We had a last […]