📷 Appi Kogen
Asia
Appi Kogen
Projected to open December 7, 2026
Best months to book: January, February, March · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 7 — closed May 6
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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Appi Kogen is projected to open December 7, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1January56cm avg
- #2February42cm avg
- #3March31cm avg · last season 13.8
Best weeks to book
- #1 20 Mar – 25 Mar · last season 16.8
- #2 27 Mar – 2 Apr · last season 10.3
- #3 3 Apr – 9 Apr · last season 10.9
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Tue, Oct 13, 08:01 PM UTC
Terrain
Projected to open Dec 7
Projected to open December 7, 2026
21 runs · 16 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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Maps
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Webcams & Proof of Powder
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About Appi Kogen
Appi Kogen is a major ski resort located in the mountains of Iwate Prefecture, Japan, offering 21 runs across a vast skiable area with varied terrain suitable for all levels. The resort is known for its high-quality powder snow, long runs—including a signature 5.5 km course—and modern lift infrastructure. Visitors benefit from ski-in/ski-out accommodations, a range of dining options, hot spring facilities, and family-friendly amenities. Appi Kogen stands out for its scenic setting, reliable snow conditions, and comprehensive resort services.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Appi Kogen
- Where is Appi Kogen?
- Appi Kogen is a ski resort in Japan.
- How high is Appi Kogen?
- Appi Kogen runs from a base elevation of 500 m (1,640 ft) to a summit of 1,328 m (4,357 ft), giving a vertical drop of 828 m (2,717 ft).
- How big is Appi Kogen?
- Appi Kogen has 697 acres (282 hectares) of skiable terrain, 21 marked runs and 16 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Appi Kogen?
- Appi Kogen is on the Ikon Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Appi Kogen?
- Appi Kogen typically operates from December to May. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Appi Kogen get in a typical season?
- Appi Kogen averages 470 inches / 1200 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Appi Kogen in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #396 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -13% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Appi Kogen averaged -13% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -20%, '15-16 -16%, '23-24 -5%. A pattern, not a promise.
