Japan Weekly Roundup #281
Updated February 19, 2025: Japan’s snow scene ramps up again, with resorts eyeing 7-metre (23-foot) base depths. Hokkaido stays cold and snowy, while Nagano enjoys sun between fresh top-ups.
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Japan Weekly Roundup #280
Updated February 12, 2025: Japan’s snow depths hit record highs, with Niigata’s Arai Ski Area boasting a 610cm (20ft) base—double the global average. Read now to find out what's happening.
Japanese Ski Areas See 5m+ Bases After Huge Snowfalls
Base depths at some Japanese ski areas have topped the 5m (17 feet) mark after a week of huge snowfalls in the country’s mountains.
Asia Weekly Roundup #279
Updated February 5, 2025: Japan hits record snowfall with 5m (200”) bases and waist-deep powder, and heavy snow continues across the mountains this week.
Asia Weekly Roundup #277
Updated January 24, 2025: Japan skiing shines with deep snow bases—Arai hits 15 feet (4.5m)! Heavy snow forecast this week, Niseko boasts excellent conditions.
Asia Weekly Roundup #276
Updated January 15, 2025: Japan’s ski resorts are proving to be excellent this week. Myoko’s Arai hits 13.3 feet of snow, and Niseko is 100% open— with more powder on the way!
Asia Weekly Roundup #275
Updated 10th January 2025: Nagano’s ski resorts brace for over a metre (40") of snow this week, keeping Japan's slopes in prime powder conditions. Click for more information.
Asia Weekly Roundup #272
(Updated 18 December 2024)
A comprehensive review of snow conditions, weather, and updates for Asia's winter sports destinations.
Asia Weekly Roundup #271
(Updated 11 December 2024)
A comprehensive review of snow conditions, weather, and updates for Asia's winter sports destinations.
Asia Weekly Roundup #270
(Updated 4 December 2024)
A comprehensive review of snow conditions, weather, and updates for Asia's winter sports destinations.
Japan’s 24-25 Season Underway
Japan’s main ski season get underway at the weekend with many of the country’s leading resorts opening their initial terrain for 24-25.
Asia Weekly Roundup #269
(Updated 27 November 2024)
A comprehensive review of snow conditions, weather, and updates for Asia's winter sports destinations.