The Calm before the storm in Nozawa Storm The next few days in Nozawa are looking like will be some nice sunny days and light winds, then from Monday night things could get serious! Temperatures are set to drop down to -8 Degrees, strong 50 km/h winds and good snow falls expected. The good news is that more snow also forecast after that! Most of the locals are happy that we will get a few more clear days to get ready for the season and finish off some last minute renovations. It is a lovely time to be in the village, not many people about so can enjoy some serenity before the winter battle with the snow begins and the […]
First Day of Winter in Nozawa – Book Now
All of the dreamers in Nozawa. First Day of Winter in Nozawa Base at top: 25 cm Temp at Top: -3 Degrees Base at Uenotaira station: 20 cm New snow since close: 0 cm Weather: Cloudy but clearing Amazing day yesterday up top with the clear skies and fresh snow. Was nice and cold last night too and was good to get in an Onsen. Ready for the First Day Winter Nozawa The resort staff were doing the rounds up top and summing up whether we can open up. A few of the local crew also snuck up to lay some fresh turns. At this stage seems there is not yet enough base to give the green light on opening […]
Nozawa Onsen Open – When the snow arrives!
Nozawa Onsen Open Date 2016 Snowing again right down at Village level and the lower slopes this morning in Nozawa! Not settling much on the ground in town yet but up top seems to be going a nice shade of white. It is all helping towards establishing a base for the season ahead. The original opening date of the 26th of November has passed and the resort has said it will open as soon as there is enough snow. The resort held a ceremony on the 26th of November to bless the mountain and slopes for the upcoming season. Wishing for a safe and enjoyable time for everyone. Nozawa Onsen Open date yet to be set. Temperatures and snow fall […]
Skiing kids Nozawa Onsen
Skiing Kids Nozawa Onsen Great little article by blogger The Urban Mum as she takes the tribe to Nozawa Onsen and gives her tips on travelling to Japan and a family ski holiday to Nozawa Onsen. As she explains it is all pretty easy and a great experience for the whole family The Urban Mum on Skiing in Nozawa Onsen We often talk about how great Nozawa is for a family ski holidays destination from the easy runs to easy upload on the gondolas and covered high speed quads. However many resorts have that but not many resorts offer a truly Japanese cultural experience too which Nozawa delivers naturally. The village has been catering to families from all over Japan […]
Mt Fuji Snow cover – Skiing Fuji san
Mt Fuji has put on its winter coat and looks amazing! That area of Japan in Shizuoka received some good snow with that last fall. Mt Fuji is located just 100km to the west of Tokyo and can be seen from Tokyo on a clear day. The peak is 3776 meters above sea level and the highest point in Japan so is very cold in winter and receives its fair share of snow. But great to see snow all the way to the base at this time of year! Mt Fuji Climbing Season The climbing season is well and truly officially over for the year. They like to close it early so no one gets caught in a snow storm […]
Nagano Ski Resort Open tomorrow 27th of November
The First Nagano Ski Resort to open tomorrow! Good news nearby Ryuoo Ski Park will open tomorrow the 27th of November! They have been working hard with the snow making and grooming and with the recent snow fall have a nice cover and will have the lifts turning tomorrow Sunday. Ryuoo Park resort is just 24km from Nozawa Onsen so an easy drive over for a ski until we open the lifts in Nozawa. Here are some stats on the set up there; First Tracks taken in Nozawa Onsen
Tokyo Snow November? Chilly in Nozawa and Tokyo
Tokyo Snow today! Cold start to the morning in Nozawa and even Tokyo is a chilly 3 degrees. They are expecting some snow there and across many parts of Japan today! If happens will be the first November snow fall in Tokyo in 54 years. They are advising locals to carry chains! Could be some chaos if it eventuates… Will it snow in Tokyo Today? It is pretty rare to get snow in Tokyo even in the dead of Winter little lone Tokyo Snow in November. A few years back when we had the huge dumps in Nozawa Tokyo got about 25cm from memory and the place was in Chaos, people sliding out all over the roads, train delays ( […]
Early Snow expected. December Deals!
Could this be a December remember Nozawa with early snow expected. This photo was taken December 7th 2 seasons ago after a 70cm dump overnight! We were expecting 20cm. Just a little update from Nozawa on the snow expected. Looks like the temps will plummet tonight and freezing temps set to hit the lowest so far this season going down to 0 degrees in the village. We are all safe and sound too by the way thanks for anyone asking. Good snow falls expected over the next few days then looking at the 9 Day Forecast plenty of red snow marks ahead right into next week with a big dump next Monday as well. Anyway the charts can change a […]
Snow November on the way for Nozawa
Snow November on the way for the coming week in Nozawa Pretty wet and foggy in Nozawa today, and freezing level also a bit high, but next week is looking good! Temps are set to drop from Tuesday night and should snow all day Wednesday and Thursday with over 30cm expected to fall. Freezing level will go below 1000m and even down in Tokyo was getting cold yesterday. Could this be the start of winter real? Bit too early to say and depends what comes in behind this, there are a few low-pressure systems hovering over Japan still and think it will be unstable for a while yet. The big question is will this fall be enough for the resort […]
Mountain Biking Japan and Nozawa Onsen
Mountain Biking Japan and Nozawa Onsen A couple of professional Mountain Bikers recently visited Nozawa Onsen to discover the potential of the mountains with out the snow. They had been to Japan before to ski and had a feeling that the mountains would also be ripe for green season pursuits and they were right! They chose to come in October for the Autumn feel of leaves changing colours , cooler temperatures and no crowds at all. It is a beautiful time to visit Nozawa Onsen as don’t over heat on the bike and have the many free Onsens in the village to warm up and soothe the aching muscles after the ride. Check out some of the amazing photos of […]