Ishiuchi Hanaoka snow report
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Ishiuchi Hanaoka
Ishiuchi Hanaoka ski resort in Japan is known for its well-groomed slopes and stunning views of the Sea of Japan. The most popular trails are the Hananomori and the Densan runs, which provide a great challenge for intermediate skiers. A little-known fact about Ishiuchi Hanaoka is that it was once a silver mine during the Edo period. For beginners, the resort offers the Yodel course which is gentle and wide. As for après-ski, the Snow Beach Club is a popular spot with a great atmosphere and a variety of drinks and food.
Terrain mix: The Ishiuchi-Hanaoka Ski Resort is located in Niigata Prefecture in Japan, and is part of the Joetsu Myoko Ski Area.
The pertinent mountain ranges and aspects of Ishiuchi-Hanaoka Ski Resort are:
1. Ishiuchi Mountain Range: The resort is located at the base of the Ishiuchi Mountain Range, which is part of the Japanese Alps. This range offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.
2. Hanaoka Mountain: The resort is situated at the base of Hanaoka Mountain, which provides stunning views and a picturesque backdrop for visitors.
3. Aspect: The resort has a north-facing aspect, which means that the slopes receive good snow coverage and colder temperatures, leading to excellent snow conditions throughout the winter season.
Overall, the Ishiuchi-Hanaoka Ski Resort is known for its diverse terrain, stunning mountain views, and consistent snow conditions, making it a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts in Japan.
Plan your day down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & snow
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Ishiuchi Hanaoka -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Mountain & avalanche safety
- Know before you go
- Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
- Carry the gear, know how to use it
- Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
- Mind the weather window
- Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
- Respect closed terrain
- Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.
Track Ishiuchi Hanaoka in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Ishiuchi Hanaoka reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Ishiuchi Hanaoka
Where does the snow data for Ishiuchi Hanaoka come from?
Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the snow report updated?
Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.
What's the elevation at Ishiuchi Hanaoka?
See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.
How is "% of normal" calculated?
Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.
What ski resorts are near Ishiuchi Hanaoka?
See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.
Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?
Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.
Other resorts near here
Snoflo-tracked ski areas within driving distance of Ishiuchi Hanaoka.