First Day Nozawa Season A November to remember in Nozawa. I can’t remember the last time I got to ski in November and it felt good. The snow was a mix of natural and man made but there was ample cover on the run that was open. Was fast and firm in the morning and softened up a bit as the day went on. The snow also kicked in after lunch and got pretty heavy into the afternoon. The snow continued overnight and the resort reporting 12cm of fresh overnight. Was fairly quiet up top yesterday but a few guests and a mix of excited new seasonal staff. Think will be pretty quiet most of the week ahead of the […]
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Nozawa Resort Open 2023
Nozawa Resort Open 2023 Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort Opens Tomorrow!!!! On the 29th of November 2023 the first Gondola of the Ski Season will roar to life and the Yamabiko 2nd Quad Chair will roll. Just one run the Yamabiko D course will be open tomorrow but they plan to expand as soon as can. Looking at the forecast Snow should start to fall from this afternoon and continue until Friday so imagine there will be more open this coming weekend. Nozawa Resort Open 2023 The Nagasaka Gondola Opens 8;30am to 15;30pm with download is until 16;00pm Yamabiko 2nd 4 chair from 8;40am to 15;40am The Rest House Yamabiko Restaurant will also be open all day for food and drinks […]
November Snow Nozawa Japan
November Snow Nozawa Japan When love comes to town in Nozawa Everyone loves the look and feel of a fresh snow fall. Especially the first big one of the ski season. Nozawa and many parts of Japan got blanketed with a fresh coat of beautiful white overnight. No official figures out but reckon we got close to the “Magic Foot” or 30xcm of snow up top on the slopes. It snowed all the way down to the village where it was still falling nicely this morning. Temps hovering just above 0 degrees in town and set to continue snowing the rest of the day. November Snow Nozawa Japan Everyone is pretty excited and the forecast is looking very promising. A […]
Last Minute Cancellation Nozawa
Last Minute Cancellation Nozawa Still Dreaming of a White Christmas Something special for the whole family about being in the snow for Christmas. If you are living in the southern hemisphere it can be a hot summer and nothing better than escaping to the heat and heading to Nozawa for some snow skiing and creating some lasting memories. We have had a few cancellations for peak times and their loss could be your ski holiday to Nozawa. Peak times are pretty full now but here are a few gems that have come up for the coming Ski Season. Last Minute Cancellation Nozawa -Taki No Yu Lodge – a beautiful self contained 7 bedroom private lodge that can sleep up […]
First Snow Nozawa Season
First Snow Nozawa Season First snow of the season for Nozawa Onsen As forecast a cold front swept across Japan yesterday and brought with it sub zero temps for the top of Nozawa and our first snow fall of the season! All the web cams are not online yet so cannot see the very top but Uenotaira looks like it got a decent dusting. Up in the higher alps at Tateyama sitting at 2370m above Sea Level they received a “Magic Foot” of fresh snow. The first snow of last season for Nozawa Onsen was on November 16th so nice to see it early the year. Unfortunately as expected not much of a follow up performance with clear skies and […]
First Snowfall Season 2023
First Snowfall Season 2023 First snow of the season for the main Island Honshu A number of mountain huts across the Japanese alps that we were just taking about hiking yesterday have reported their first snowfalls for the season! Kita Hotaka Hut sitting at above 3000 meters got a lovely 15cm of fresh snow while at Tateyama up at Murodo at 2450 meters high received a dusting too. Feel it is almost a little too early as would like to experience the Autumn leaves for a while first. First Snowfall Season 2023 Nice and sunny up top there today but still sitting at -6 degrees. It will no doubt warm up and melt away but nice to see things getting […]
Montbell Clothing Nozawa Onsen
Montbell Clothing Nozawa Onsen Montbell Clothing Nozawa Onsen Montbell is a well-known outdoor clothing and equipment brand based in Japan. The company specializes in outdoor gear, including clothing, sleeping bags, backpacks, tents, and other outdoor accessories. Montbell is recognized for its high-quality and innovative outdoor products, particularly in the realm of lightweight and functional gear suitable for hiking, camping, climbing, and various outdoor activities. The good news is there is a new Montbell flagship store opening just near Nozawa Onsen at the Michi No Eki just a few kilometres out of town. Can easily drive or take a taxi down in about 10 minutes. Opening 1st of November 2023! Montbell Clothing Nozawa Onsen Key points about Montbell clothing brand in […]
Nozawa Ski Open Date
Nozawa Ski Open Date The Million Yen question that we often get asked. Especially by Singaporeans. When will the Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort Open? Really wish I had a Crystal Ball big enough to give me the divine answer. The answer is we have no idea yet! The Ski resort will usually try and open on the last weekend of November if there is enough snow or it is cold enough for snow making as we have the Snow Making Machines now. But after 30 years of snow seasons in Nozawa all I can tell you is it varies. On average I would say over the years it opens around December 10th. Some years earlier some later. Nozawa Ski Open […]
Season Pass Nozawa Onsen
Season Pass Nozawa Onsen Prices for the coming 2024/25 Season ski pass for Nozawa Onsen have just been released. No surprise they are up just over 10% from last season. Still great value if you are here for a while and plan to do a lot of skiing. An Adult Season Pass is going to be 95,500 Yen. The good news is if you buy it during the before October 21st you get an Early Bird Discount so it is just 85,500 Yen which is 3,000 Yen cheaper than last year. The Early Bird Prices are Adults – 85,500 Yen Kids Aged 6 -15 Years old – 51,500 Yen Seniors Over 60 Years old – 69,500 Yen There are some […]
Nozawa Onsen Night Life
Nozawa Onsen Night Life Nozawa Onsen is a popular ski resort town located in Nagano Prefecture, Japan. While it is primarily known for its excellent skiing and natural hot springs, the town also offers a modest but enjoyable nightlife scene for visitors to enjoy after a day on the slopes. Here are some highlights of the night life in Nozawa Onsen: Izakayas: Nozawa Onsen has several cozy izakayas, which are traditional Japanese pubs. These establishments offer a relaxed atmosphere where you can enjoy local drinks like sake and shochu, as well as a variety of delicious small dishes and snacks. Nozawa Onsen Night Life Bars and Cafés: There are a many bars and cafés in Nozawa Onsen that cater to […]