Ishiuchi Maruyama snow report
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Ishiuchi Maruyama
Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort in Japan offers a variety of trails suited for all levels of skiers. The resort is known for its long and wide runs, including the 6.5 km-long downhill course, which is the longest in the area. An interesting fact about Ishiuchi Maruyama is that it was the first ski resort to host the Alpine Skiing World Cup in Japan in 1973. For beginners, the resort offers a gentle slope with a magic carpet lift, making it easy to learn and practice skiing. After a day on the slopes, visitors can head to the cozy and traditional après-ski bar, "Sake no Ana," which offers a wide range of sake and Japanese snacks.
Terrain mix: The Ishiuchi-Maruyama Ski Resort is located in the Ishiuchi area of Niigata Prefecture, Japan. The ski resort is surrounded by several mountain ranges, including:
1. Ishiuchi Mountain Range: The ski resort is named after this mountain range, which is part of the Japanese Alps. Ishiuchi Mountain is the main peak in the range, standing at 1,956 meters (6,417 feet) above sea level.
2. Myoko Mountain Range: This range is located to the north of Ishiuchi-Maruyama Ski Resort and includes several peaks, such as Mount Myoko (2,454 meters) and Mount Hiuchi (2,462 meters).
3. Echigo Mountains: These mountains are located to the west of the ski resort and stretch across Niigata Prefecture. They include peaks like Mount Makihata (1,640 meters) and Mount Hakkai (2,171 meters).
In terms of mountain aspects, Ishiuchi-Maruyama Ski Resort offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. The resort has a vertical drop of 751 meters (2,464 feet) and boasts 23 ski runs with varying levels of difficulty. The mountain aspects at the resort include groomed slopes, powder runs, tree skiing areas, and terrain parks for freestyle enthusiasts.
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 Maruyama -- 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 Maruyama in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Ishiuchi Maruyama reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Ishiuchi Maruyama
Where does the snow data for Ishiuchi Maruyama 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 Maruyama?
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 Maruyama?
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 Maruyama.