Kokusetsu Tainai snow report
Kokusetsu Tainai
Kokusetsu Tainai ski resort in Japan offers excellent skiing opportunities for all levels of skiers, including beginners. The resort features well-groomed runs and stunning views of the surrounding mountains. The best trails are the Kokusetsu #1 and #2 courses, which offer a mix of challenging terrain and beautiful scenery. One interesting fact about the resort is that it was built in 1956, making it one of the oldest ski resorts in Japan. For beginner skiers, we suggest the easy and gentle slopes near the base area. As for apres ski, the Snow Country Bar is a popular spot to unwind with a drink and mingle with other skiers. Overall, Kokusetsu Tainai ski resort is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for a great winter vacation in Japan.
Terrain mix: Kokusetsu-Tainai Ski Resort is located in the Niigata Prefecture of Japan and is part of the Myoko Kogen ski area. The resort is situated in the northern part of the Japanese Alps, which is a mountain range that runs through the central part of Honshu, Japan's main island.
Some of the notable mountain ranges and aspects of Kokusetsu-Tainai Ski Resort include:
1. Mount Myoko: This prominent volcano is located near the ski resort and is a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding. Its peak reaches an elevation of 2,454 meters (8,051 feet).
2. Hokushin Range: This mountain range is part of the Japanese Alps and includes several peaks that offer challenging terrain for advanced skiers and snowboarders.
3. Suginohara Ski Area: This area of the resort offers long runs and varied terrain, with slopes that cater to all skill levels.
4. Kurohime Range: This mountain range is located in the vicinity of the resort and offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Overall, Kokusetsu-Tainai Ski Resort is known for its diverse terrain, stunning mountain views, and abundance of snowfall, making it a popular destination for winter sports 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 Kokusetsu Tainai -- 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 Kokusetsu Tainai in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Kokusetsu Tainai reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Kokusetsu Tainai
Where does the snow data for Kokusetsu Tainai 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 Kokusetsu Tainai?
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 Kokusetsu Tainai?
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 Kokusetsu Tainai.