Sapporo Kokusai snow report
Sapporo Kokusai
Sapporo Kokusai ski resort in Japan offers a variety of ski runs suitable for all skill levels. The best trails are located at the top of the mountain, with long and wide runs perfect for intermediate and advanced skiers. Few people know that the resort hosted the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup in 1990, where the legendary Alberto Tomba won two gold medals. For beginner skiers, the resort offers a dedicated area with gentle slopes and a magic carpet. The best après-ski bar is The Barn, located at the base of the mountain, offering a cozy atmosphere with craft beers and live music.
Terrain mix: Sapporo-Kokusai Ski Resort is located in the mountains of the Kiroro area in Hokkaido, Japan. The resort is surrounded by several mountain ranges, the most prominent being the Kiroro and Yoichi ranges.
The mountain aspects of Sapporo-Kokusai Ski Resort include a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. The resort offers groomed runs for beginners and intermediate skiers, as well as off-piste areas and challenging terrain for advanced riders. The resort also has a terrain park for freestyle enthusiasts.
Additionally, the mountains surrounding the resort offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape, including the snow-covered peaks of the surrounding mountains and the forests of Hokkaido. The resort is known for its reliable snowfall and excellent powder conditions, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
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 Sapporo Kokusai -- 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 Sapporo Kokusai in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Sapporo Kokusai reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Sapporo Kokusai
Where does the snow data for Sapporo Kokusai 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 Sapporo Kokusai?
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 Sapporo Kokusai?
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 Sapporo Kokusai.