Japan Snow Forecasts and Reports for Japanese Ski Resorts
Where is there snow in Japan?
Powder Alert!
Updated 27 January 21:50:55 AEDT
Powder Alarms and Snow Storm Warnings have been issued for at least 41 ski areas including Furano, Happo One, Kiroro, Madarao and Nozawa Onsen.
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When will it next snow in Japan?
Snow is next forecast to fall in Japan over the next 2 days, in at least 50 Ski Resorts including Happo One, Kagura, Kiroro, Madarao and Nozawa Onsen.
How much snow is there in Japan?
The deepest reported snow in Japan is in Rusutsu, which reports snow depths of 245cm on upper slopes and 175cm lower down.
When did it last snow in Japan?
We do not currently have reports of recent snowfalls from Japan, but we hope to soon!
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Top Japanese Ski Resorts by Forecast Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Yuzawa Kogen | 240cm |
| Iwappara | 240cm |
| Yuzawa Nakazato | 240cm |
| Yuzawa ParK | 240cm |
| Gala Yuzawa | 245cm |
| Ipponsugi | 240cm |
| Myoko Suginohara | 180cm |
| Myoko Akakura / Shinakakura | 168cm |
| Kagura | 168cm |
| Nozawa Onsen | 168cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Top Japanese Ski Resorts by Snow Depth
| Ski Resort Report | Upper |
|---|---|
| Rusutsu | 245cm |
| Furano | 225cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Japanese Ski Resorts - Forecast Snow Comparison
The latest snow forecasts for Ski Resorts in Japan - please note that all ski resorts can be affected by weather at short notice, and you should check with the Tourist Office before travelling.
N.B. The above table shows only the top 60 Japanese ski resorts; please use the Map in the menu above or the links below to see regions of Japan.
The Japanese snow forecast figures given here are the likely average cumulative snowfall on each day, for the specified ski resort. Local snow depths may vary considerably from slope to slope.
Off Piste and Avalanche Safety
Ski Safe : If you intend to ski or snowboard off piste in Japan, you must check conditions locally before doing so. Always check the Avalanche Risk Level and carry appropriate avalanche safety equipment at all times.
Japanese Snow Forecast Table Key
- Snow Forecast - links to 7-Day medium-range and 14-Day long-range Snow Forecasts.
- 48 Hours - total snowfall forecast in the next 48 hours.
- 7 Days - total snowfall possible over the next 7 days.
- Status - ski area status (Open/Closed/Unknown).
- Snow Conditions - current skiing conditions.
All Snow Forecasts beyond 2 days are subject to change. The multi-day snowfall totals above are the total quantity of fresh snow expected to fall, and do NOT account for settling and compaction that will occur.
Niigata Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Yuzawa Kogen | 240cm |
| Iwappara | 240cm |
| Yuzawa Nakazato | 240cm |
| Gala Yuzawa | 245cm |
| Ipponsugi | 240cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Hokkaidō Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Asarigawa Onsen | 44cm |
| Teine Olympia | 36cm |
| Furano | 30cm |
| Ashibetsu | 35cm |
| Sahoro Resort | 2cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Nagano Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Nozawa Onsen | 168cm |
| Togari Onsen | 161cm |
| Hakuba Norikura | 44cm |
| Togakushi | 41cm |
| Tsugaike Kogen | 44cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Shiga Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Shiga Giant | 6cm |
| Shiga Hasuike | 6cm |
| Shiga Higashitateyama | 6cm |
| Shiga Hoppo Bunadaira | 6cm |
| Shiga Ichinose Diamond | 6cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Fukushima Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Alts Bandai | 37cm |
| Inawashiro | 37cm |
| Bandai Kokusai | 37cm |
| Aizu Kogen Takatsue | 16cm |
| Adatara Kogen | 16cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km