08 Oct October Update
Previously on Snow Country Instructors...
Previously on Snow Country Instructors...
We have moved into September and the humid summer temperatures seem to be gone for the time being. Although winter is a few months away yet, September always sees the first of the Early Bird Lift Offers hit the internet, so it feels as if...
There are some good discounts floating around this year from reduced rate shinkansen fees, travel subsidy campaigns (currently on hold), and also Niigata Prefecture subsidising lift tickets.The discount lift ticket program is called the Oniwari Campaign and also extends to rental equipment at the resorts....
We are getting questions about lift tickets in resorts in and around Yuzawa. Unfortunately there is no one simple answer! We are waiting for news on a new all resort Yuzawa lift pass that will cover all ski areas in the town, and hopefully have good...
Many people seem to be starting to plan their winter ski vacation to Japan. Yuzawa is an excellent choice with great access from Tokyo suitable for day trip ski/snowboard breaks or much longer stays, and also has many resorts to explore. If you haven't been...
It is still hot here in Snow Country but as August comes to a close we are looking forward to autumn, and then it won't be long until the snow comes. Kagura opens in late November and then it will be all systems go for...
We've had snow for the last few days and the whole town a little dusting of white over it at the moment. (You can check out some photos on our Instagram page.) Things are looking good for the opening day of Kagura Ski Area on...