Ludens Yuzawa snow report
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Ludens Yuzawa
Ludens Yuzawa ski resort in Japan is a popular destination for skiing enthusiasts. The resort boasts a wide range of trails, including some of the best runs for advanced skiers. For beginners, the resort offers an easy-to-navigate trail that's perfect for learning the basics. One of the lesser-known facts about Ludens Yuzawa is that it was one of the first ski resorts in Japan to offer night skiing. Visitors looking for a great après-ski experience should check out the resort's popular bar, which serves a variety of drinks and snacks, as well as live entertainment on weekends. Whether you're an experienced skier or a beginner, Ludens Yuzawa has something for everyone.
Terrain mix: The Ludens-Yuzawa Ski Resort in Japan is located in the Niigata Prefecture and is surrounded by several mountain ranges. The most prominent mountain range near the resort is the Tanigawa Range, which includes Mount Tanigawa, known for its steep slopes and challenging terrain for advanced skiers and snowboarders.
In addition to the Tanigawa Range, the Hakkai Mountains are also nearby, providing a picturesque backdrop to the ski resort. The mountains in this range are known for their scenic beauty, with several peaks exceeding 2,000 meters in elevation.
Overall, the Ludens-Yuzawa Ski Resort is situated in a region with a variety of mountain ranges and aspects, offering a diverse range of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all skill levels.
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 Ludens Yuzawa -- 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 Ludens Yuzawa in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Ludens Yuzawa reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Ludens Yuzawa
Where does the snow data for Ludens Yuzawa 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 Ludens Yuzawa?
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 Ludens Yuzawa?
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 Ludens Yuzawa.