Niseko Snow Report, 3 May 2013

May 3, 2013 | News, Snow Reports

*1cm of fresh snow as fallen in the last 24hrs in Hirafu Village. At 6:30 today the temperature was 0°C. 1cm of wet snow!! 3 May 2013 Foot steps in the fresh snow, 3 May 2013 At 06:00 it was raining in lower Hirafu village but by 6:45 the rain had turned to...

Kings of the Hill

Apr 30, 2013 | News

Brad and Paul up for first tracks this morning in Niseko Grand Hirafu.

Mt.Yotei Dazzles

Apr 30, 2013 | News

Today sees the continuation of gloomy spring weather with rain and strong winds buffeting the region. Yesterday afternoon Mt.Yotei made a dramatic appearance from the clouds that have been shrouding it for the last few days. Mt.Yotei surrounded by clouds and covered...

Fresh is Best

Apr 29, 2013 | News

As Golden week officially starts here in Niseko we ventured up for some fresh tracks. The groomers were a but bumpy and sticky in sections but overall still good fun. The snow pack is now reportedly 80cm at the base of the mountain and 425cm at the mountain peak. Brad...

What is Golden Week in Niseko?

Apr 28, 2013 | News

Those not living in Japan may not be familiar with the term ‘Golden Week’. This refers to one of the main holiday periods in Japan. From late April into early May there are a series of public holidays: 29 April: Showa Day – the birthday of the former...