Embracing a Memorable Season Embracing a Memorable Season Thank you to everyone who made this yet another great season! While the snow took its time, we were delivered a beautiful late season and one of the best Marches Nozawa has seen in recent years. The 100th year of the Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort was a special one and marked by celebrations all season long. If you’re keen on experiencing the Nozawa Onsen magic, don’t miss out and contact us to secure your booking for next season at the link in bio. https://www.nozawaholidays.com/bookings/
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Spring Skiing with Clear Skies
Spring Skiing with Clear Skies Spring Skiing with Clear Skies Nozawa Onsen awoke to yet another beautiful, sunny day with hardly a cloud in the sky. Those that go up for the second to last day of the season are sure to be greeted with stunning views and agreeable temperatures. While the season is winding down to an end, there’s still time to get some spring runs in. Yesterday, conditions were sunny and slushy but the slopes were lively with Golden Week visitors. The snow park on Yamabiko remains a fun way to switch things up! The last two days have marked the beginning of the weekend morning market in downtown Nozawa, with local businesses and farmers lining […]
Sunny Bliss Nozawa
Sunny Bliss Nozawa Sunny Bliss Nozawa Last night’s starry skies opened up a stage for perfectly clear and sunny day for everyone to soak in those Spring rays and enjoy the mountain landscapes. The village became lively and full of colours since the start of the Golden Week with trees and flowers blooming, farmers prepping their fields for a plentiful harvest and visitors enjoying tranquil vibes of Nozawa Onsen. With a perfect weather, great visibility and pleasant temps Nagasaka Gondola Station filled up quickly with people queuing up to catch the early lift up and make the most of the season with the snow holding up firmly at the top despite the warmth. Yamabiko runs, Kogenashi and Uenotaira […]
Last Days of Spring Skiing
Last Days of Spring Skiing Last Days of Spring Skiing Today’s thick fog on the mountain didn’t stop anyone from enjoying the last days of Spring slush! Despite the poor visibility on the slopes and a chill that visited Nozawa this morning the freshly groomed runs made the trip up the mountain worth a while. Yesterday’s condition of the snow was excellent for carving down the Yamabiko slopes similar to what we’re seeing this morning. Conditions however might change quickly turning the snow wet and slushy with temps on the rise from Thursday night. Clear skies predicted from tomorrow morning until the weekend should give us with some stunning views to admire from the top of the mountain. […]
Nozawa Onsen Turning Green
Nozawa Onsen Turning Green Nozawa Onsen Turning Green The village of Nozawa is buzzing with most places re-opened for the golden week and people making the most of the beautiful Spring weather. Plenty of sun and heat from the town level up to the top of Mt. Kenashi since yesterday and despite that the upper resort is still covered in snow. Nozawa Onsen with its surrounding landscapes is turning greener and greener with flowers and trees blooming and turning the picturesque areas of Nagano Prefecture into paintings. With the change of weather the town is slowly approaching Summer time, preparing to kick off with the Green Season which brings plenty of new activities, festivals and more! Please head […]
Spring Slush Nozawa Japan
Spring Slush Nozawa Japan Celebrating the Spring Slush in Nozawa Beautiful spring day on the slopes yesterday in Nozawa. It was warm and sunny, almost too warm at 18 degrees up top but as was sliding down the slopes in a t-shirt was not complaining. The snow was fast and fun in the morning with all the intermediate runs and the park open up at Yamabiko. A few people filtering into town for the Golden week holiday but still very quiet up top and no need to line up at all. Basking in the sunshine, enjoying the last week of the season, then live music on the Main Street last night with an Onsen and dinner at our favourite restaurant. […]
Surf Ski Day Japan
Surf Ski Day Japan Surf and Ski in the same day in Japan Definitely starting to warm up all around the country. Even went surfing the other day it was about 20 degrees air temp and 15 degrees in the water with some good waves. A great challenge can be achieved at this time of year to surf and ski in the same day! Japan has an amazing surfing culture and some awesome waves on the right day. Lots of cool little beach towns spread across Japan’s many islands, with surf shops, cafes, guest houses and more. Another good excuse to visit Japan in the green season. In Nozawa and many towns you also have the added advantage of an […]
Perfect Climate in Nozawa
Perfect Climate in Nozawa Perfect Climate in Nozawa Have to say I love this time of year. Can ride around town on my bike in shorts, and still head up the hill to the snow for a few turns. Life moves pretty slowly at this time of year and the most activity is taking place on the farming plots as locals get ready to plant. The ski resort is open for two more weeks until the 6th of May. So if want to squeeze in that last ski for the season come on up, as far as I know in this area is only us and Shiga Kogen still open. All of our self contained accommodation and Kaiya […]
Nozawa Onsen’s Spring Blossoms
Nozawa Onsen’s Spring Blossoms Nozawa Onsen’s Spring Blossoms Despite the arrival of spring in its full bloom, Nozawa Onsen’s visitors can still enjoy the snow with higher parts of the resort in full operation. Apart from Yamabiko slopes, Uenotaira and Paradise are alsoavailable on the weekends, with close to no wind and great visibility on the mountain today it’s a perfect time to get up there and bask in the spring vibes. With the Golden Week just around the corner, starting on the 26th of April, the town is expected to get a good little holiday buzz going! Plenty of activities around town and up on the mountain available for anyone coming to Nozawa during spring, here’s a […]
Overcast Days in Nozawa
Overcast Days in Nozawa Overcast Days in Nozawa After a short suspension of the Nagasaka Gondola this morning due to strong winds we are now back and running! There is a thick layer of fog that has settled over the mountain limiting the visibility up at Yamabiko for riding. Yesterday we had a cool overcast day, with lots of fun being enjoyed by all! These slushy conditions are persisting throughout our April, extending the winter fun. Expect similar overcast conditions today, with less visibility up top. Our forecast is predicting the potential for clearer skies later on in the afternoon. As always, stay safe and enjoy! Overcast Days in Nozawa ⛅️TODAY: Temperature at […]