Update on Japanese Earthquake That Has Left at Least 30 Dead On New Yearโs Day, a level 7.5 earthquake as measured by the United States Geological Survey (7.6 by Japan’s Meteorological Agency) struck off the west coast of Japan near the Ishikawa prefecture. Rescue operations are still underway but thus far the death of 30 people has been confirmed. Numbers are expected to rise as many people are still trapped under […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | January 2, 2024 0 Comments
Hakuba, Japan Report: Warm and Cloudy Report from December 27, 2023 Landed in Tokyo last night and rented a car and drove five hours north to Hakuba. Woke up to warm temperatures and melting snow, however, there was still about a foot or two on the ground around town. Skied Hakuba 47 & Goryu and Happo One. Goryu was sunny above the clouds and had nice, […] Conditions Report Brett Ploss | December 29, 2023 0 Comments
Study Reveals the Best Weeks for Powder Skiing in Japan for the ’23/24 Season If youโre planning a ski trip to Japan this year to experience the famous powder snow known as โJapow,โ the best weeks for snowfall have been revealed in a new analysis conducted by Snow Season Central.ย The study analyzed the daily recorded snowfall at five of Japanโs most popular resorts over the last 10 winter seasons (from 2012/13 to 2022/23) to […] Industry News SnowBrains | December 13, 2023 0 Comments
Hakuba Valley, Japan, Opens for the 2023/24 Ski Season Japan and specifically the Hakuba Valley have had significant snowfalls within the past week, with some resorts reporting over 20 inches (50cm) of snow in a 24-hour period. With the falling snow, resorts have been working hard to open. Since Thursday, November 30, four of Hakuba Valley’s 10 resorts have announced the start of operations and officially opened the Hakuba […] Industry News Mike Humphrey | December 3, 2023 0 Comments
evo Expands Footprint in Japan with Acquisition of Bergland Hotel in Hakuba evo Hotel Hakuba Transformation and Rebrand Planned for Winter 2024-25 evo, the outdoor retail and experiences company, today announced the opening of their second evo Hotel. evo Hotel Hakuba follows the companyโs first traditional hotel offering, evo Hotel Salt Lake, which debuted in 2022 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Related: Why Hakuba Valley, Japan Is The Real Deal For An […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 21, 2023 0 Comments
Fujiyama Snow Resort Yeti First to Open in Japan For 25th Consecutive Year On October 20, 2023, Japan kicked off its winter season. Continuing its 25-year-long streak, Fujiyama Snow Resort Yeti was the first ski resort to open in Japan. The resort’s early start is no accident. The management team prides itself on its snowmaking ability. Each year, to retain its crown, the resort blows just enough snow to make a single […] Industry News Mike Humphrey | October 30, 2023 0 Comments
Japan’s Hakuba Valley New Glamping Campsite Set to Open on March 1, 2022 As the snow begins to melt and flowers begin to bloom, ski resorts around the world are preparing for spring and summer activities. In Japan, Hakuba Valley Ski Resorts are working on adding new additions to make these upcoming seasons the most entertaining yet for their visitors. The most exciting new edition is Hakubaโs new glamping site, which is located […] Haleigh Hafner | February 24, 2022 0 Comments
Why Hakuba Valley, Japan Is The Real Deal For An International Snow Holiday Destinationย Brought to you by HAKUBAVALLEY When skiers and snowboarders alike think about an overseas pilgrimage to ski deep powder, Japan springs to mind. โThe Land of The Rising Sunโ can sometimes be seen as a mythical place where ski-dreams are made. Waist deep powder, face shots, onsens, ramen, is there much more to say? Yes, there is.ย When it comes […] Featured Article Rouchelle Gilmore | January 17, 2022 0 Comments