Awesome First Day Nozawa Onsen Yesterday was a terrific first day up on the slopes in Nozawa with beautiful fresh snow and nice cold temps and even a bit of sunshine. The trees were looking amazing and the snow quality was great. As expected the resort opened up Yamabiko and have today opened up even more runs so there is something for everyone. Slopes Open Today in Nozawa Yamabiko A course (Intermediate) Yamabiko C course (Intermediate) Yamabiko D course (Intermediate) Kokanashi courses Bunabayashi course (Beginner) * to the Mid Gondola Station station Operating Ski Lifts Nagasaka Gondola lift 8:40 ~ 15:30 (outbound line final 16:00) Yamabiko 4 Lift 9:00 ~ 15:30 Yamabiko 2nd 4 lift 8:55 ~ 15:40 […]
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Nozawa Onsen First Day of the Season
Ohayou Gozaimasu from Nozawa Onsen Magnificent morning here and would call it a “Blue Bird” day. The snow continued throughout the day yesterday and into last night and the sun is peaking out now for what will be a terrific first day of the Ski Resort! Official figures have not dropped but reckon there is about 50cm of fresh up top. The resort has not announced any more runs opening yet but can see on the cams they have groomed Yamabiko. Will have to wait and see, may even open down to the mid Gondola Station as there should be enough snow there now. Anyway check out the cams as look amazing and even better get on up there! […]
Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort Open Tomorrow
Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort Open Tomorrow Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort will Open tomorrow Monday the 10th of December 2018! Cold off the press the Ski Resort has announced it will open up for skiing and boarding tomorrow. The snow is still falling here and they are getting ready to go. Great news but is only a small run for now with more to open as soon as can. If the snow keeps going as is may be more announced by the morning. The Nagasaka Gondola Lift will start operation at 8:40am tomorrow morning. Who will get first tracks? Lifts Opening Nagasaka Gondola lift 8:40 ~ 15:30. Last Down 16:00 Skyline contact pair lift 8:55 ~ 15:50 Runs Opening Kokenashi A and […]
Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort Snow Update
Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort Snow Update Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort Snow Update Early season in any Ski Resort anywhere in the world it is a roll of the dice on snow conditions. Sometimes you can get lucky and get an early dump or two and have some fantastic skiing with no one about, like last season in Nozawa when we opened on November 25th. Other years it is a waiting game and you are hanging on the edge of your seat to see the first lifts roll. We had a nice early dump a week ago now, and there was at least 20cm of fresh deposited on the upper slopes. A few people drove up and got some turns in […]
Nozawa Onsen First Snow Report 2019 Season
Nozawa Onsen First Snow Report 2019 Season Welcome to Winter in Nozawa Some spectacular footage from around the resort yesteray shot by local photographer Seiji san. While the village sat under a sea of clouds the upper slopes and surrounding peaks looked amazing. Mother Nature put on a show covering the slopes and trees in a blanket of fresh snow and turning on the Winter Charm. https://www.facebook.com/seiji.suzuki.969/videos/1261687323972726/?t=1 Looks like similar conditions ahead today with a crisp start and plenty of sunshine, might have to sneak up for a look. We look forward towinter and more of these days ahead. Hope to see you on the slopes. Check out some more info on the runs in Nozawa and get yourself […]
Local suggestions Nozawa Onsen Japan
Local suggestions Nozawa Onsen Japan In the Powder In Nozawa – Local Tips and suggestions on what to see and do when visiting this special Village. This week we talk to Hiroko san and hear her take on all the cool things to do in Nozawa Onsen. Hiroko san is originally from Hyogo Ken in Japan near the famous city of Kyoto. She has lived in Australia for several years now and has worked for Nozawa Holidays there and in Nozawa Onsen. You probably saw her name on your confirmation email if have been up to visit us as she is in charge of the accounts and does a terrific job. Like many Japanese people she used to snowboard when […]
Early Snow Conditions Japan
Early Snow Conditions Japan Get your Snow Dance on! Parts of Japan saw some healthy early falls of snow over the last few days. Can also see dustings of white across the valley at Myoko. The top of Nozawa may have got a little but the Mountain cams are in clouds still so hard to tell. Anyway Winter is definitely on the way and wont be too long before the streets of Nozawa look like this. Always amazing to see and experience. I prefer to go without the umbrella and feel the beauty of the snow falling on your face. Still plenty of beds in town before Christmas and good deals, the resort is planning to open November 24th […]
Ski-in/Ski-out Accommodation in Nozawa Onsen
Ski-in/Ski-out Accommodation in Nozawa Onsen Nozawa Cottage is set directly across the road from the slopes and is unique in more ways than one. Nagasaka Gondola is only 150 metres away from this ski-in/ski-out self-contained property, so that means more time skiing and less time getting to the runs. Having been recently renovated, the contemporary feel is given a twist by the building’s individual triangular layout. Guests can kick back in the living room and look across to see skiers navigating one of the mountain’s steepest runs. Likewise, you might also catch ski jumpers on the Olympic Jump Course. Comfortable For 6, But Can Sleep Up To 8 There are two main bedrooms plus two small sleeping areas: Bunks sleeping […]
First Snow Nozawa 2018
First Snow Nozawa 2018 We were just talking today about this time last year and it being exactly One month from today on November 17th 2017 that we had a great fall of snow and the top of Nozawa Onsen was converted into a Winter Wonderland. The snow then continued and we opened Nozawa Onsen Resort on the 25th of November 2017. That is a pretty early opening, over the last decade or so December 1st has been pretty often but there have been later starts too, from memory one year was December 17th. Generally we say by mid December you should be skiing decent snow and usually it is earlier. This year the signs so far are pointing to […]
Available Accommodation Nozawa Onsen Japan
Available Accommodation Nozawa Onsen Japan Getting a bed or futon in Nozawa over the peak periods can be a tricky game. Nozawa has become more popular in past years and the peak times fill fast. If you want the accommodation you prefer for peak times you need to book early. “What are the peak times?” you may ask. Basically, any time from Christmas, December 25th to mid-February, the end of Chinese New Year. Particularly, New Years and January school holidays are becoming super popular. So you may be thinking “have I left my run too late this year?” Fear not. We have a list filled with plenty of lodges, pensions, apartments and houses in Nozawa that still have good availability. […]