Nozawa Onsen on a Rainy Day Let’s start with the positives; it looks like we might have better weather tomorrow. Also, there’s still plenty of things to do in Nozawa Onsen on a rainy day! Wednesday 25th of April 2018 Temp at Top: 10 degrees Weather: Light rain Base at top: 100cm Base at Uenotaira station: 30cm New snow since close: 0 cm Here’s another positive; for those who are going to up today, you probably won’t be sharing the mountain with too many other people! Unfortunately, there is a bit of rain about, continuing on from overnight. It’s only very light, however, so that means the alternative is you can grab an umbrella and still have a great day […]
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Snow Under Sunny Nozawa Skies
Snow Under Sunny Nozawa Skies We’re really enjoying some sunny Nozawa skies at the moment. The kicker is that there’s still a healthy enough base up top to be skiing upon too! Friday 20th of April 2018 Temp at Top: 11 degrees Weather: Sunny Base at top: 140cm Base at Uenotaira station: 45cm New snow since close: 0 cm It might be getting late in the ski season but all things considered, it’s hard to complain. The live webcams show an okay base up top to ski on and the weather is really turning it on at the moment. Like yesterday and tomorrow, today has very little but blue skies and sunshine in store. It’s time to break out the […]
April Heating Up in Nozawa
April Heating Up in Nozawa There’s been some really mixed bag weather of late in Nozawa Onsen. It brought us some rain, shine and a handful of snow. Today, however, there can be no doubt as for what’s in store! Thursday 19th of April 2018 Temp at Top: 13 degrees Weather: Sunny Base at top: 145cm Base at Uenotaira station: 50cm New snow since close: 0 cm This time yesterday it was a little gloomy and the rain had many of us in town looking for a different way to pass the time. Of course, many of us found an onsen, restaurant, bar, or even a quick trip for some fun at Round 1 in Nagano. Those who did go […]
Sunny Nozawa Spring Days Ahead
Sunny Nozawa Spring Days Ahead Current conditions might not have us all that inspired to get out and about. However, the signs are looking very positive for the days ahead! Wednesday 18th of April 2018 Temp at Top: 4 degrees Weather: Light rain clearing Base at top: 150cm Base at Uenotaira station: 50cm New snow since close: 0 cm We awoke to a bit of light rain in the village this morning. It has continued thus far and might have put a literal dampener on things but there is good news. The rain is forecast to fade out over the course of the day to come. Following that, we’re all set for some blue skies and warmer temperatures for most […]
April in Nozawa Onsen
April in Nozawa Onsen This time yesterday we had 5cm of fresh stuff up the top of Mount Kenashi. With a bit of weather on the way, will we get some more? Tuesday 17th of April 2018 Temp at Top: 1 degrees Weather: A few clouds Base at top: 160cm Base at Uenotaira station: 60cm New snow since close: 0 cm There’s no fresh snow to speak of like we had yesterday to wake up to. However, that need not necessarily mean we’re done for the season.There’s still a few weeks ahead of us until the close of the ski season. There’s a little bit of rain predicted to come our way today and in to tomorrow. Those of us […]
Late Season Nozawa Snow
Late Season Nozawa Snow Even this late in the ski season we’ve had some snow up top overnight. With a mixed bag in terms of forecast weather, is there a chance we might get some more? Monday 16th of April 2018 Temp at Top: 2 degrees Weather: Overcast Base at top: 160cm Base at Uenotaira station: 60cm New snow since close: 5 cm The good news for skiers in town at the moment is that there was 5cm of fresh stuff up top this morning. It’s great to see some snowfall this late in the ski season. The kicker for those up there on a Monday is that the crowds of the weekend are gone, following the demo days on […]
April Nozawa Onsen Days
April Nozawa Onsen Days We’re expecting weather here in Nozawa Onsen and it’s certainly been cold. So does that mean good things or is that a little too optimistic? Saturday 14th of April 2018 Temp at Top: 3 degrees Weather: Mixed bag Base at top: 170cm Base at Uenotara station: 70cm New snow since close: 1 cm The blue skies are out early today and since yesterday evening, the temperature seems to have lifted. It was very cold yesterday afternoon and feeling quite wintery. With those conditions looking set to fluctuate over the next week or so, there’s at least a chance we’ll see a little bit of fresh stuff here or there. The forecast shows a bit of rain […]
7 Reasons to Fall in Love with Nozawa Onsen Summer
The powder snow of peak ski season in Nozawa Onsen speaks for itself. The onsen after a long day on the mountain followed by all the delicious restaurants in town, just top it off. However, it’s not just the winter months which hold Nozawa’s treasures and pleasures. The Green Season sees the village transform in to a traditional farming village with a myriad of unique attractions of its own. Here’s 7 of the best… 7. Go Ride A Bike! Some of the same lifts which get us to the top of the mountain in winter open for a few months during summer. Instead of skiing down, mountain bikes are the order of the day during the warmer months. The locals […]
Nozawa Spring, Skiing and Sakura
Nozawa Spring, Skiing and Sakura As each day brings with it new signs of spring, there’s still some great skiing to be had up top! Enjoy Nozawa spring, skiing and sakura! Thursday 12th of April 2018 Temp at Top: 3 degrees Weather: Overcast/forecast to clear Base at top: 175cm Base at Uenotara station: 75cm New snow since close: 0 cm Each day it becomes more obvious that the beauty of the Green Season is drawing ever closer. However, there’s still plenty of skiing to be had up top. Past the second station on on the gondola, it suddenly becomes apparent there remains a fairly healthy base to ski on. In addition to the Nagasaka Gondola, two chair lifts remain open […]
Shiga Kogen Ski Tour Nozawa Onsen
Clear Crisp day in Nozawa Onsen great touring weather. Tuesday 10th of April 2018 Temp at Top: -2 degrees Weather: Blue Skies and Light Winds Base at top: 190cm Base at Uenotara station: 90cm New snow since close: 0 cm Glorious start to the day here in Nozawa nice and fresh on the face early and should warm up nicely throughout the day with this beautiful sunshine. Snow pack will no doubt be hard early but should soften up once the sun gets to work. Great day for a ski tour and today is the annual tour from Shiga Kogen to Nozawa Onsen. A magic tour especially on a day like today with perfect views and some nice terrain. The […]