Rusutsu Resort, Japan, Report: Japan’s Best Tree-Skiing at This Beautiful Hidden Gem Resort This report is from Tuesday, January 21 In the heart of Hokkaido, just a 40-minute drive from its famous neighbor Niseko, Rusutsu Resort is one of Japan’s hidden gems. The resort comprises three distinct mountainsโWest Mountain, East Mountain, and Mt. Isolaโeach with its unique character and terrain. Rusutsu treated us to a bluebird day with warm temperatures and sunny skies. […] Conditions Report Steven Agar | January 21, 2025 1 Comment
Niseko United, Japan, Report: JaPOW – The Powder Tap Has Been Turned On This report is from Thursday, January 16 This is it. This is why we came here. JaPOW. After a dryish (by Japan’s standards) start to our time here, Ullr turned the taps on a couple of days ago, and it’s not stopped. Related: Niseko United, Japan, Report: Great Conditions and Excellent Skiing at a Bucket List Destination 14″ has been […] Conditions Report Steven Agar | January 16, 2025 0 Comments
Niseko United, Japan, Report: Great Conditions and Excellent Skiing at a Bucket List Destination This report is from Saturday, January 11 A taxi. Two trains. The London Underground. Two airplanes and a bus. London. Beijing. Sapporo. 72 hours with little sleep. This brought us to Niseko, Japan, to tick off a bucket list destination and experience two weeks of the world-famous JaPOW. Related: Japanese Ski Resorts in Hokkaido Start 2024-25 Season with Best Early-Season […] Conditions Report Steven Agar | January 11, 2025 0 Comments
The Most Luxurious Ski Lifts Across the Globe We all like to feel special every now and then. While sliding on snow already feels special enough to most of us, some may want to experience something truly luxurious. In the ski resort world, it’s no secret that Europe has some of the best amenities, however, it’s worth mentioning the best of the Americas and Japan, too, for wherever […] Brains Spencer Davies | January 5, 2025 0 Comments
Best Ski Camps for AdultsโTake Your Skiing to The Next Level Feel that itch for ski improvement? I get itโone of the things I love about skiing is the relentless pursuit of the perfect turn, the desire to overcome your fears, conquer your limitations, and take your skiing to that next level. Enter SnowBrainโs list of the best ski camps for adults. If you are after an immersive coaching experience, we […] Brains Mike Humphrey | November 28, 2024 0 Comments
Japan’s Ski Season Gets a Boost as Snowfall Finally Kicks In As resorts prepare for winter, Japan’s ski season brought a mix of anticipation and uncertainty.ย Yeti Snow Resort, located in Shizuoka Prefecture, maintained its record asย Japan’s earliest opening resort, getting the season started on October 25. The resort has long been a favorite for skiers and snowboarders eager to get on the slopes before winter sets in across the country. But […] Industry News Mike Humphrey | November 10, 2024 0 Comments
[LAST CHANCE] Indy Pass to End Pass Sales on Sunday, November 10 | 2 New Resorts Added To stay true to the independent, less-crowded nature of member mountains, the final 2024-25 Indy Pass sale of the year will conclude Sunday at midnight. GRANBY, COLORADOโIndy Pass announced today that new pass sales will end at midnight on Sunday, November 10. No passes for the 2024-25 season will be sold after this date. Related: Indy Pass Adds Another 52 […] Industry News Press Release | November 8, 2024 0 Comments
Snow Cap Finally Appears on Iconic Mount Fuji, Japan, Latest in the Past 130 Years Snow has finally dusted Mount Fuji, Japanโs iconic peak, marking a new record for the latest a snow cap has appeared in 130 years. The previous record was set on October 26, 1894, with snow typically appearing on Mount Fuji in most years by October 2. Related: Snowfall on Mount Fuji, Japan, Latest in the Past 130 Years While Japan’s […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | November 5, 2024 0 Comments