Gassan Opens With World’s Deepest Snow — 950cm and Counting
Updated April 30, 2025: Japan’s winter wraps up—but Gassan opens with 950cm (380") of snow, the world’s deepest.
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Japan’s top ski resorts extend season into Golden Week
Updated April 23, 2025: Japan’s top resorts cling to deep snowpacks, with Hakuba boasting 148” (370 cm) and fresh flakes forecast for Hokkaido’s high slopes. Find out more here.
Fresh Snow Lingers On Japan’s Upper Slopes As Spring Melt Creeps In
Updated April 9, 2025: Light snow still falling on Japan’s upper slopes, with 300" at Tengendai Kogen. Gassan’s summer season kicks off Friday. Read the full report here!
Tengendai Kogen Still Tops Global Snow Depths Despite Recent Retreat
Updated April 2, 2025: Japan's ski resorts are cooling down after warm temps, with hefty snowfalls and record-breaking bases at Tengendai Kogen.
Hakuba’s 5.8m Base Forces Upper Slope Closures
Updated March 26, 2025: Japan's Tengendai Kogen boasts world's deepest snowpack (307"/790cm) while Hakuba and Niseko deliver epic late-season conditions—but spring thaw looms. Fresh snow expected in Hokkaido!
Japan’s Deepest Snowpack Starts to Drop from 7.8m Peak
Updated March 19, 2025: Japan’s deepest snowpack at Tengendai Kogen (770cm/308") may have peaked. Happo-one still holds 600cm (240"), but spring warmth is taking over. Read more here.
Japan’s Deepest Snowpack Grows as Tengendai Kogen Hits 780cm
Updated March 12, 2025: Japan’s deepest snowpack at Tengendai Kogen hits 780cm (312")! Nozawa Onsen hovers near 400cm (160")—more snow expected this week. Click for the full report.
Japan's Snowpack Update: Record-Setting Depths & Fresh Powder Ahead
Updated March 5, 2025: Japan’s deepest snowpack just hit 790cm (311”). While some bases settle, fresh snow is coming—expect up to 15cm (6”) daily this week.
From Deep Powder to Spring Slush: Japan’s Ski Season Sees Mixed Conditions
Updated February 26, 2025: Japan’s snow season soars with Tengendai Kogen topping 7m (23 feet) and Niseko 100% open. Get the latest snowfall updates now.
Deepest Snow In Japan Passes 7 Metres (23 Feet)
The deepest snow stat being reported from Japan has now passed 7 metres (23 feet), the deepest reported by a ski area anywhere in the world for several years.
Japan’s Ski Resorts Anticipate 7-Meter Base Depths Amidst Heavy Snowfall
Updated February 19, 2025: Japan’s snow scene ramps up again, with resorts eyeing 7-metre (23-foot) base depths. Hokkaido stays cold and snowy, while Nagano enjoys sun between fresh top-ups.
Japan Weekly Roundup #280
Updated February 12, 2025: Japan’s snow depths hit record highs, with Niigata’s Arai Ski Area boasting a 610cm (20ft) base—double the global average. Read now to find out what's happening.