Snow for the weekend! Yesterday we saw that predicted snow fall in the morning and then a little bit of sun shine in the afternoon. Lot’s of fun was had in ski school with Masa. Matilda wanted to share with everyone her epic stack. It was straight back into the fun for these kids. 15cm – 20cm is predicted for today and tomorrow so it’s looking like a great weekend to be in Nozawa Onsen. Have a great day up there, stay safe and we’ll see you on the mountain. Temp at Top: -10 Degrees Weather: Snowy Base at top: 245 cm Base at Uenotara station: 180 cm New snow since close: 15 cm in the last 24hours
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Nozawa Snow Report Thursday 11th January 2018
Waking up to snowfall. Good morning, well its always a great morning when you wake up to big white snow flakes falling. The snow has rocked up a little later than expected but great that we are getting a fresh dump of snow. This should continue through to the end of the week with light to moderate snow fall expected. There is some fun things happening over the weekend with a FREE snow bike trial event at Nagasaka slope this Saturday (13th) from 10am to 3pm!! Ever wanted to try out a snow bike? Head there for some fun! Have a great day up there, stay safe and we’ll see you on the mountain. Temp at Top: -2 Degrees Weather: […]
Nozawa Snow Report Wednesday 10th January 2018
The snow is coming! Well the temperature has dropped 10 degrees overnight and that snow is on it’s way again. Forecast to come in today with the heaviest fall overnight. Yesterday, the locals were out in full force working together to prepare for the next onslaught. It shows what amazing community we have in this village. Some fun things will be happening in the coming week as we gear up for the weekend and the fire festival so stay tuned! Have a great day up there, stay safe and we’ll see you on the mountain. Temp at Top: -7 Degrees Weather: Snowy Base at top: 245 cm Base at Uenotara station: 180 cm New snow since close: 0 cm
Fresh powder about to drop! The sun is shining through the clouds this morning but the temperature is forecast to drop and some light snow should be on it’s way. Wednesday should see the heavy snow we’ve waited for this week which will be a good top up for the mountain, and then the snow should continue through the week. Have a great day up there, stay safe and we’ll see you on the mountain. Temp at Top: 3 Degrees Weather: partly cloudy turning to snow later Base at top: 260 cm Base at Uenotara station: 190 cm New snow since close: 0 cm
Nozawa Snow Report Monday 8th January 2018
Heavy snowfall on the way! Yesterday was a fun day with the fresh dump of powder we had. Many were out there riding tree lines and making the most of it. More of that to come this week! The kids didn’t miss out yesterday with a fun event over at Hikage kids park. Nasuki got in on the fun too and even got a kiss at the end. A bit of a warmer day today with the snowfall starting tonight, continuing tomorrow and the peak snow predicted to fall on Wednesday at this stage. Get that powder gear waxed and ready it’s on its way again. Have a great day up there, stay safe and we’ll see you on the […]
Nozawa Snow Report Sunday 7th January 2018
Powder Sunday After a great day on the mountain yesterday we saw snow start to fall in the late afternoon, this didn’t stop the town coming out for the Rock-Paper-Scissors tournament which was a lot of fun and there were a lot of prizes given out, even a pair of skis. We also saw a parade of ski attire over the last century here in Nozawa Onsen. Remember there is the Sled race with Nasuki the Nozawa Onsen mascot at the Hikage ski slope kids park from 1:30PM. Tomorrow evening should see the start of a new front with heavier snow predicted for Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Stay safe out there have fun and we’ll see you on the mountain. […]
Nozawa Snow Report Saturday 6th January 2018
Perfect Ski days We had a beautiful blue bird day yesterday with clear skies and a little bit of cloud in the afternoon. Some fresh stuff predicted for us this evening, so we will be looking out for that tomorrow. There are 2 events over the weekend. Today, 6th of January we have a street festival near O-yu in the main street, starting at 7:30PM for about 2hours. There will be Sake tasting, Taiko drum performance and a Rock-Paper-Scissors tournament with prizes! Tomorrow Sunday, 7th of January at the Hikage ski slopes kids park from 1:30PM there is a Sled race with Nasuki the Nozawa Onsen mascot! So get down there with your kids and have a great time. Stay safe […]
Nozawa Snow Report Friday 5th January 2018
The powder days continue A bit foggy around the village this morning. We should hopefully see the sun peak out through the snow showers though. Looks like we’ll get some snow today and tomorrow and most likely light snow continuing next week. Yesterday’s powder was fun for all in snowy conditions and after last nights fall get up there early to make some fresh tracks. Once again, Stay safe out there and have fun! See you on the mountain! Temp at Top: -7 Degrees Weather: Snowy Base at top: 320 cm Base at Uenotara station: 250 cm New snow since close: 30 cm It a great day to try some of the powder ski and boards from Nozawa Central Rentals, […]
Nozawa Snow Report Thursday 4th January 2018
JAP-POW!! Good morning everyone. 30cm of that amazing Japanese snow again overnight which means powder powder powder. Get up there early to get amongst the fresh stuff. Snow will continue to fall lightly today with around 10cm predicted. The sun should come out tomorrow afternoon before some heavy snow on Saturday. Stay safe out there and have fun! Temp at Top: -8 Degrees Weather: Snowy Base at top: 300 cm Base at Uenotara station: 230 cm New snow since close: 30 cm
Nozawa Snow Report Wednesday 3rd January 2018
Powder day! What a fabulous day we had yesterday. Snow in the morning and an amazing blue bird afternoon. The powder gods have arrived with nearly 30cm of powder overnight and continuing through the day. Wax those boards, maybe even try out some new powder gear at one of the many rental shops in the village! Snow will continue to fall lightly tomorrow with the sun forecast to reappear on Friday. Have a great day out there, stay safe and have fun! Temp at Top: -10 Degrees Weather: Snowy Base at top: 280 cm Base at Uenotara station: 210 cm New snow since close: 28 cm