Base up top: 330 cm Temp Top; +2 Degrees Base at bottom; 170 cm New Snow since close: 0 cm Weather; Overcast An overcast morning in Nozawa Onsen with high cloud moving in overnight. Temperatures are positive across the mountain so conditions will be slushy from the outset. Today the pick will be the groomed runs which will be smooth but forgiving with the soft snow. The park and pipe will be good to hit today with a magnanimous surface absorbing any mistakes. Some liquid precipitation is a possibility this afternoon so make sure to wear extra waterproof gear on the mountain. Yesterday was a great day of spring-like skiing. Temperatures were quite warm so again the snow […]
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Groomed runs the pick today
Base up top: 340 cm Temp Top; -5 Degrees Base at bottom; 180 cm New Snow since close: 0 cm Weather; Sunny A classic bluebird morning in Nozawa. A slight haze is enveloping the lower valleys but the peaks are soaring through into a cloudless crystalline atmosphere. The on piste skiing will be sensational this morning with fast ultra smooth groomers. Later in the afternoon all areas but Yamabiko will become slightly slushy with warming temperatures giving way to soft and playful riding. Later in the day the park and pipe will be good fun. Off piste conditions are variable and packed depending on aspect. Yesterday saw heavily isolated light snow showers continue for much of the morning before […]
Isolated Snow Showers
Base up top: 340 cm Temp Top; -6 Degrees Base at bottom; 185 cm New Snow since close: 0 cm Weather; Isolated snow showers Isolated snow showers are passing over Nozawa Onsen this morning delivering a dusting of fresh across the pistes. These passing showers should continue for most of the day before clearing later tonight. The pick today will be the groomed runs, which will be soft and fast at the top and hard and fast on the lower elevation pistes. Most areas of powder have become tracked however there are still a few discontinuous patches adjacent to trees, good for one or two turns. Yesterday saw fine weather persist for the duration. There were still some […]
Bluebird Monday
Base up top: 345 cm Temp Top; -11 Degrees Base at bottom; 190 cm New Snow since close: 0 cm Weather; Clear Its another full bluebird morning in Nozawa Onsen. Light winds, low temperatures and good snow. Look to the West for potential views of the Sea of Japan, and of course the surrounding Japan Alps that inspire ski and snowboard touring adventures. Much of the remaining powder snow became tracked out yesterday, apart from a few of the secret localities. Unless you know where these are the best riding will be the groomed runs and park today. Yesterday was a great day for exploring. Fine clear weather inspired confidence and many great runs were found amongst the […]
Another fine day
Base up top: 360 cm Temp Top; -9 Degrees Base at bottom; 200 cm New Snow since close: 5 cm Weather; Clear Another picture perfect morning in Nozawa Onsen today. Clear cloudless skies are providing great views across the valley, its sure to be a fine day on the hill. Since last lifts yesterday we have had another unexpected 5cm fall across most of the resort, just enough to fill in yesterdays tracks and provide some sweet fresh lines. Again, the best riding earlier will be in the Yamabiko area, which is very beautiful at the moment with heavily snow laden trees. As the day progresses and the sun takes hold head to the north facing slopes which […]
20cm, Bluebird Conditions
Base up top: 360 cm Temp Top; -11 Degrees Base at bottom; 210 cm New Snow since close: 15-20 cm Weather; Mostly sunny The good times keep rolling on here in Nozawa Onsen with another unexpected moderate snowfall overnight. Although the forecast suggested only light very isolated falls we have received a tasty 15-20cm across the upper mountain, slightly less lower down. With the sun shinning, cold temperatures and idealic cumulus clouds floating about the peaks its sure to be a spectacular day on the hill, don’t forget the cameras! Like the past week or so, tree runs will be the pick today with knee to thigh deep powder ready for slashing and spraying. Head to Yamabiko trees early […]
Overcast, Clearing Later
Base up top: 360 cm Temp Top; -10 Degrees Base at bottom; 220 cm New Snow since close: 1 cm Weather; Overcast Today marks the first morning in about a week where it hasn’t been snowing in Nozawa Onsen. Mid level cloud is covering the region, but is expected to clear later in the day. A dusting of new snow has been recorded near the top of resort since last lifts, nothing substantial. Temperatures are similar to yesterday, however are expected to warm later in the day as the sun makes an appearance. Likewise, the riding today will be similar to yesterday. Untouched tree runs will the pick for the powder hounds, some may require a bit of […]
Isolated snowfalls, clearing later
Base up top: 370 cm Temp Top; -10 Degrees Base at bottom; 230 cm New Snow since close: 5-10 cm Weather; Light snow The snow just keeps falling here in Nozawa Onsen. Although a clear day was predicted yesterday we have light snow flurries continuing over the mountain. In combination with a solid base pushing towards the four meter mark there is sure to be some great riding in all areas of the mountain. Since close of lifts yesterday we have had 5-10cm fall across Nozawa Onsen and cold temperatures; its currently sitting at -10C at Yamabiko. Trees runs will be very nice today and the groomers will be soft with the fresh layer of powder. Off piste […]
A great week predicted
Base up top: 370 cm Temp Top; -10 Degrees Base at bottom; 230 cm New Snow since close: 25 cm Weather; Light snow We currently have some light snow falling in the village of Nozawa Onsen. Cold temperatures should ensure that there will be some nice powder on offer about the resort with 25cm of overnight falls. There will be excellent riding in all areas of the mountain with plentiful powder stashes in the trees and silky smooth groomed runs. The current forecast suggests there will be continued cold temperatures in combination with isolated snowfalls for much of the week. Posibilities for bluebird days include tomorrow, Thursday morning and over the weekend. There are no large dumps expected over […]
Crazy Blizzard
Base up top: 350 cm Temp Top; -6 Degrees Base at bottom; 215 cm New Snow since close: 30+ cm Weather; Blizzard Crazy weather here in Nozawa Onsen this morning. Strong winds and heavy blowing snow are creating a blizzard across the mountain and in the village. The good news is that the main Nagasaka gondola is running at half speed so its still possible to access most of the mountain. Its uncertain how much fell over night (we will get a better idea once mid mountain measurements are completed). 30cm accumulation was recorded at Yamabiko, however the actual totals would have been far higher considering much of the fresh snow would have been blown from this more exposed […]