Fresh powder about to drop! The sun is shining through the clouds this morning but the temperature is forecast to drop and some light snow should be on it’s way. Wednesday should see the heavy snow we’ve waited for this week which will be a good top up for the mountain, and then the snow should continue through the week. Have a great day up there, stay safe and we’ll see you on the mountain. Temp at Top: 3 Degrees Weather: partly cloudy turning to snow later Base at top: 260 cm Base at Uenotara station: 190 cm New snow since close: 0 cm
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Nozawa Snow Report Monday 8th January 2018
Heavy snowfall on the way! Yesterday was a fun day with the fresh dump of powder we had. Many were out there riding tree lines and making the most of it. More of that to come this week! The kids didn’t miss out yesterday with a fun event over at Hikage kids park. Nasuki got in on the fun too and even got a kiss at the end. A bit of a warmer day today with the snowfall starting tonight, continuing tomorrow and the peak snow predicted to fall on Wednesday at this stage. Get that powder gear waxed and ready it’s on its way again. Have a great day up there, stay safe and we’ll see you on the […]
Nozawa Snow Report Sunday 7th January 2018
Powder Sunday After a great day on the mountain yesterday we saw snow start to fall in the late afternoon, this didn’t stop the town coming out for the Rock-Paper-Scissors tournament which was a lot of fun and there were a lot of prizes given out, even a pair of skis. We also saw a parade of ski attire over the last century here in Nozawa Onsen. Remember there is the Sled race with Nasuki the Nozawa Onsen mascot at the Hikage ski slope kids park from 1:30PM. Tomorrow evening should see the start of a new front with heavier snow predicted for Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Stay safe out there have fun and we’ll see you on the mountain. […]
Nozawa Snow Report Saturday 6th January 2018
Perfect Ski days We had a beautiful blue bird day yesterday with clear skies and a little bit of cloud in the afternoon. Some fresh stuff predicted for us this evening, so we will be looking out for that tomorrow. There are 2 events over the weekend. Today, 6th of January we have a street festival near O-yu in the main street, starting at 7:30PM for about 2hours. There will be Sake tasting, Taiko drum performance and a Rock-Paper-Scissors tournament with prizes! Tomorrow Sunday, 7th of January at the Hikage ski slopes kids park from 1:30PM there is a Sled race with Nasuki the Nozawa Onsen mascot! So get down there with your kids and have a great time. Stay safe […]
Nozawa Snow Report Friday 5th January 2018
The powder days continue A bit foggy around the village this morning. We should hopefully see the sun peak out through the snow showers though. Looks like we’ll get some snow today and tomorrow and most likely light snow continuing next week. Yesterday’s powder was fun for all in snowy conditions and after last nights fall get up there early to make some fresh tracks. Once again, Stay safe out there and have fun! See you on the mountain! Temp at Top: -7 Degrees Weather: Snowy Base at top: 320 cm Base at Uenotara station: 250 cm New snow since close: 30 cm It a great day to try some of the powder ski and boards from Nozawa Central Rentals, […]
Nozawa Snow Report Thursday 4th January 2018
JAP-POW!! Good morning everyone. 30cm of that amazing Japanese snow again overnight which means powder powder powder. Get up there early to get amongst the fresh stuff. Snow will continue to fall lightly today with around 10cm predicted. The sun should come out tomorrow afternoon before some heavy snow on Saturday. Stay safe out there and have fun! Temp at Top: -8 Degrees Weather: Snowy Base at top: 300 cm Base at Uenotara station: 230 cm New snow since close: 30 cm
Nozawa Snow Report Wednesday 3rd January 2018
Powder day! What a fabulous day we had yesterday. Snow in the morning and an amazing blue bird afternoon. The powder gods have arrived with nearly 30cm of powder overnight and continuing through the day. Wax those boards, maybe even try out some new powder gear at one of the many rental shops in the village! Snow will continue to fall lightly tomorrow with the sun forecast to reappear on Friday. Have a great day out there, stay safe and have fun! Temp at Top: -10 Degrees Weather: Snowy Base at top: 280 cm Base at Uenotara station: 210 cm New snow since close: 28 cm
Nozawa Snow Report Tuesday 2nd January 2018
Heavy snow fall! Get your powder skis and boards out we are at it again! The snow began falling yesterday and will build through out the day, with the heavy snowfall expected tonight and tomorrow so you’ll be able to carve new lines in the powder all day. Remember there still is night skiing tonight and tomorrow night, then it return back to just Saturday night for night skiing. January is our biggest snowfall month and it has started off well, with the long range forecast looking good. Stay safe out there and have fun! Temp at Top: -7 Degrees Weather: Snowy Base at top: 245 cm Base at Uenotara station: 195 cm New snow since close: 15 cm
Nozawa Onsen Snow Report 1st January 2018
Happy New Year We had a beautiful end to 2017 with an amazing clear sunny day on the slopes. Much fun was had with night skiing, and the fireworks were incredible. Night skiing will continue until the 3rd January. Light snow will start falling today building to heavy snow by Wednesday. Happy New Years everyone!!! Temp at Top: -4 Degrees Weather: Sunny Base at top: 230 cm Base at Uenotara station: 185 cm New snow since close: 5 cm
Restaurant of the Day: Yonetarou
Yonetarou Head here for some fantastic Japanese cuisine in a small, cosy environment. You could easily walk straight past this restaurant, but if you’re lucky enough to find it, be sure to check it out! Some of the best Ramen in Nozawa, perfect with Sake straight from the barrel! Map Reference – F6