Nozawa Onsen snow report
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Nozawa Onsen
Nozawa Onsen is a popular ski resort in Japan known for its powder snow and traditional hot springs. The resort offers a variety of trails for skiers of all levels, with the beginner-friendly trail Yamabiko being a fan favorite. The resort also has a unique history dating back to the Edo period, where the hot springs were used for medicinal purposes by monks and samurais. For beginners, it is recommended to take ski lessons at the resort's ski school. After a day on the slopes, visitors can unwind at the iconic Dosojin Fire Festival, which takes place annually in January, or head to the lively après-ski bar, The Craft Room, for locally brewed beer and snacks.
Terrain mix: Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort is located in the Chubu region of Japan, within the Northern Alps mountain range. The resort itself is situated on the slopes of Mount Kenashi, which has an elevation of 1,650 meters. The ski area offers a variety of runs ranging in difficulty from beginner to advanced, with a total of 36 courses spread across the mountain.
Some of the prominent mountain aspects at Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort include:
1. The Uenotaira area, which is known for its wide, open slopes and stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
2. The Yamabiko area, which features a mix of groomed runs and challenging off-piste terrain for advanced skiers and snowboarders.
3. The Hikage area, which is ideal for beginners and families with its gentle slopes and ski school facilities.
4. The top station of the resort, known as the summit of Mount Kenashi, offers panoramic views of the surrounding peaks and is accessible by gondola or chairlift.
Overall, Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort is a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts looking to experience the beauty of the Japanese Alps and enjoy a variety of skiing and snowboarding opportunities.
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 Nozawa Onsen -- 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 Nozawa Onsen in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Nozawa Onsen reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Nozawa Onsen
Where does the snow data for Nozawa Onsen 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 Nozawa Onsen?
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 Nozawa Onsen?
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 Nozawa Onsen.