Best day of the season again đ Best day of the season again đ Depending on what kind of skiing you like we have had multiple amazing days over the whole season really but particularly the last few weeks. I love both snowy days and sunny days but after non stop snow it was pretty amazing to have a full blown sunshine bluebird day. The 16cm of fresh on top of all that snow helped too for perfect conditions across the whole mountain. Looking out the window this morning and looks like some scattered cloud set to pause the Sunshine run, may even get some light snow up top. Big night last night for the Nozawa Holidays Annual Retro […]
Bluebird Skies & Fresh Turns
Bluebird Skies & Fresh Turns Bluebird Skies & Fresh Turns Bluebird mornings like today are what dreams are made of! âď¸â¨ The sun is shining across Nozawa Onsen, bringing smiles to everyoneâs faces after the recent snowstorms. While the weekend rush has settled, the slopes are still buzzing with riders making the most of the perfect conditions. With clear skies and easing snowfall, temperatures are sitting at a crisp -5°C at the top today and tomorrowâideal for carving up that quality snow! Looking ahead, weâll see a gradual rise in temperatures, peaking at around 3°C at the summit over the weekend. But donât pack away the powder boards just yetâMarch is coming in strong with fresh snowfall on […]
A sunny surprise in Nozawa Onsen
A sunny surprise in Nozawa Onsen A sunny surprise in Nozawa Onsen Mountain weather can be full of surprises! Despite a forecast calling for snow all day, Nozawa Onsen was sparkling under bright sunshine. Yesterday and today have been busy as ever on the slopes, with many visitors joining the weekend funâno surprise given some of the best snow and conditions weâve seen this season! Last nightâs night skiing at Nagasaka was a hit, and if you missed it, you have another chance tonight (Sunday)! Due to the upcoming Lantern Night Festival on March 3rd, Nagasaka Slope will be glowing with lanterns, fireworks, and an incredible torchlight ski and snowboard displayâtruly a magical event not to be […]
A Chilly Morning & a Special Celebration
A Chilly Morning & a Special Celebration A Chilly Morning & a Special Celebration A chilly morning in Nozawa Onsen today, with a gentle white sprinkle gracing the resort, setting the perfect scene for another epic day on the slopes. Despite the crisp air, plenty of eager riders lined up early at Nagasaka station, ready to carve through the pristine mountain tracks. Yesterdayâs overnight snowfall made for fantastic conditions, and with fresh powder still around, itâs a great time to hit the slopes and enjoy the magic of Nozawa! But thatâs not allâtoday we celebrate the 30th anniversary of Nozawa Onsenâs beloved mascot, Nasky! đđť Join us at Hikage Slope from 11 AM for a fun-filled event, […]
Powder and sunshine on the horizon
Powder and sunshine on the horizon đ Powder and sunshine on the horizon Nozawa Onsen is blanketed under a fresh layer of white, fluffy snow this morning, and the base up top continues to climbânow sitting at a massive 460cm! With recent overnight dumps, weâre all wondering⌠will we hit the 5-meter mark this season? Yesterday brought a stunning mix of sunshine and snowfall, delivering top-tier conditions for carving up the slopes. Today and the next few days will be chilly, with temperatures dropping to -12°C up top, so layer up! But change is comingâstarting Monday, the bluebird train rolls into town, bringing clear skies and a taste of spring. Expect warmer temps, t-shirt weather, and plenty of […]
The mountain is calling your name!
The mountain is calling your name! The mountain is calling your name – 75cm fresh snow waiting for you to shred! The snow keeps piling up in Nozawa Onsen, and weâre loving every moment of it! Yesterday was a dream with consistent snow blanketing the mountain, creating the perfect conditions for an unforgettable ride. With a massive 75cm of fresh powder since yesterday, thereâs no better time to hit the slopes and carve through the perfect snow. Today, it will continue to snow throughout the day, with moderate to low visibility, but donât worryâthereâs a chance it will clear up as the day goes on! Looking ahead, the snow will keep falling through till Monday, bringing plenty more powder […]
420cm Base & More Powder Incoming!
420cm Base & More Powder Incoming! 420cm Base & More Powder Incoming! Itâs getting silly now, a massive 93cm for the top overnight! Record-breaking numbers with base reaching 420cm at Yamabiko and snowfall still in the forecast until the weekend! Powder lovers, this is the moment youâve been waiting forâNozawa is serving up dream conditions, and thereâs no better place to be right now. Whether youâre carving through waist-deep powder or cruising the freshly groomed runs, itâs an absolute winter wonderland out there! âˇď¸đ Yesterday was fantastic, with temperatures dropping again to keep the snow in great shapeâlight and dry. Visibility was good for most of the day, making for some epic runs. Today, stronger winds might […]
Back in the Snow Globe in Nozawa
Back in the Snow Globe in Nozawa Back in the Snow Globe in Nozawa Winter is definitely back today in Nozawa with a massive 53cm dump up top at Yamabiko overnight. Was still snowing heavily this morning but the sun has just come out as I type. The radar says heavy snow coming back in about half an hour. Anyone up on the hill will be in powder paradise today and more to come. TODAY: đĄď¸ Temperature at the top: -7 degrees set to drop so bring layers âď¸ New snow since yesterday: 53cm đď¸ Base at the top of Nagasaka: 375cm how high will it go? âď¸ Snow conditions: Powder đ¤ď¸ Weather: Constant snow most […]
Best Month Ski Nozawa
Best Month Ski Nozawa Say Sayonara to the Sun for a while We have not had a lot of sunshine this season with the relentless snow falls so it was awesome to have a few warm sunny days just gone. Even had a bit of what felt like Spring T shirt weather in the Village yesterday. Was great for all the locals to hook into the snow clearing in preparation for the next big snow storm which is forecast to kick in from this afternoon. Temps are set to plummet and heavy snow expected for the next few days. Yesterday was glorious sunshine and many of the less experienced skiers have enjoyed the ease of the groomers and the magnificent […]
Stunning Sunny Sunday in Nozawa!
Stunning Sunny Sunday in Nozawa! Stunning Sunny Sunday in Nozawa! Itâs a picture-perfect morning here in Nozawa Onsen, with a stunning sunny Sunday bringing busy lines to the gondolas as everyone eagerly heads up to carve those freshly groomed slopes! A big change in weather this weekend, with temps hovering above 0°Câmelting some of those massive snow caps on the roofs (thankfully!). Todayâs forecast is looking much like yesterday, with bluebird skies, mild temps, and barely any windâideal for smooth, fast carving. But donât get too comfortable in the sunshine! Winter is making a comeback tomorrow with a big temperature drop, westerly winds, and another snowstorm rolling in mid-week. The resort is buzzing with record numbers of visitors soaking […]