Christmas Magic in Nozawa Onsen!
Christmas Magic in Nozawa Onsen!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year here at Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort! Today and tomorrow, keep an eye out for Santa Claus cruising down the slopes from 10 AM — and the first 100 visitors each day will receive a special Christmas gift! 🎁✨ Yesterday saw skies clearing to let in some sunshine, and we’re looking forward to bluebird days starting Wednesday! Today is packed with festive fun, including the long-awaited opening of the Skyline Course — a thigh-burning 6km ride from top to bottom along a breathtaking ridge! With a record-breaking 185cm snow base and 47cm of fresh powder, plus more snow falling until late afternoon, it’s an unforgettable Christmas on the mountain! 🎿☃️
TODAY:
🌡️ Temperature at the top: -7°C
❄️ New snow since yesterday: 47cm
🏔️ Base at the top of Nagasaka: 185cm
❄️ Snow conditions: Fresh powder
🌤️ Weather: Snowmaking clouds hovering above Nozawa until tomorrow morning
⛷️ Runs: All runs open with the exception of Hachiman, Grand Prix, Mukobayashi, Hachiman
🚡 Lifts: All lifts running with exception of Challenge Pair, Utopia Pair
With a solid 185cm base up top and a dreamy 47cm of fresh light powder, the slopes are calling your name. The snow gods are feeling generous this week, with heavy snowfall predicted Thursday through Saturday—Friday alone could bring a whopping 39cm of fluffy goodness! 🌬️ Expect some sunny breaks on Wednesday and Thursday to soak in those stunning mountain views before the snow party continues. Temperatures are staying nice and chilly (hello, powder preservation!), dipping down close to -10°C during the day, so bundle up! Wind speeds will pick up later in the week, so fingers crossed all lifts and gondolas remain open! Ready to shred? This week’s snow forecast is all about fresh tracks and epic conditions! 🏂⛷️
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