This winter is likely to be slightly different from what we are used to as the resorts are all implementing measures to prevent the spread of viruses. Fingers crossed that it is effective and we manage to get a full season of skiing and snowboarding.If...
Our six month winter season here in Yuzawa came to an end on Sunday as the last lift at Kagura rolled to a halt. It has been another good season over here and we would like to say a big thank you to everyone that...
It has been a mild start to the season so far with a couple of good snowfalls, though followed by warmer weather. Several resorts have postponed their opening dates due to lack of snow, and many of the locals have been getting a little nervous! Today...
We are half way through January 2018 already and it has turned into a very busy winter with lots of visitors coming to Yuzawa and Snow Country to enjoy the great Japanese snow. Our ski and snowboard coaches are working hard on the slopes making...
Bookings are coming in for our winter season 2017/2018. One of the common questions at this time of year is "What will the snow be like in Japan in early December?" Unfortunately we don't have the answer to that question, but if you are debating...
It's almost March already, and even though we have had a few days of spring-like temperatures there is snow and cold temperatures on the way. Spring skiing in the Yuzawa area is great. There is usually snow in March, and even when spring arrives and the...
It is still hammering down with snow! After a less than stellar performance in the snow department last year, Japan is back to its fluffy white best again in 2017.Have a look at the Snow Japan Snowfall Analysis statistics for Yuzawa to see how much has...
The team at snowjapan.com have been busy and have just rolled out a big update to their site. It was already a great resource for all things ski and snow in Japan, and it has become even better.Here's the announcement about the changes.The Daily Reports...
One of the common questions we get at this time of year is what will the snow be like on a certain date. Unfortunately there is no way of knowing, but we can tell you where we get our information, and you can head down...
It is autumn in Snow Country, which means new rice being harvested, the stunning display of color as the leaves change, and awesome mushrooms. Last autumn we gave you heads up about using mantis eggs to predict snow depth. This year the speculation has already started,...