📷 GALA Yuzawa
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GALA Yuzawa
Limited · 2025-26 season average
Closed for the season · average of 26 verified open days
Best months to book: February, January, March · last season + 31-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed May 6
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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2025-26 season average
GALA Yuzawa is closed for the season. Last season it averaged 13.5 across 26 verified open days.
February
#1 to book
132cm avg
January
#2 to book
188cm avg
March
#3 to book
90cm avg · scored 16.1
Best weeks to book
- #120 Mar – 25 Marscored 21.2
- #227 Mar – 2 Aprscored 8
- #33 Apr – 9 Aprscored 15.9
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 31-year snowfall and base-depth record. Last season's strongest fortnight was 20 Mar – 4 Apr. One season describes what happened, not what to expect. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Thu, Sep 10, 01:03 AM UTC
Terrain Open
Closed for the season
Season ended May 6, 2026
16 runs · 11 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Snow Summary
1181mUpdated Sep 10, 2026 at 1:03 AM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast: SnowSure™ multi-model blend
Maps
Snow forecast mapsAll maps for GALA Yuzawa →
Webcams & Proof of Powder
北エリア (North Area)
中央エリア メロディコース (Central - Melody Course)
中央エリア ジジコース (Central - Jiji Course)All webcams & Proof of Powder →
About GALA Yuzawa
GALA Yuzawa is a ski resort located in Niigata Prefecture, Japan, directly accessible by bullet train from Tokyo, making it one of the most convenient ski destinations in the country. The resort features a variety of slopes suitable for all levels, modern lift systems, and a comprehensive snow activity center. Signature experiences include panoramic mountain views, on-site hot springs, and a snow park, with amenities such as equipment rentals, ski schools, and dining facilities. GALA Yuzawa stands out for its seamless integration with the train station, allowing visitors to step directly from the Shinkansen onto the slopes.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about GALA Yuzawa
- Where is GALA Yuzawa?
- GALA Yuzawa is a ski resort in Japan.
- How high is GALA Yuzawa?
- GALA Yuzawa runs from a base elevation of 400 m (1,312 ft) to a summit of 1,181 m (3,875 ft), giving a vertical drop of 781 m (2,562 ft).
- How big is GALA Yuzawa?
- GALA Yuzawa has 131 acres (53 hectares) of skiable terrain, 16 marked runs and 11 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers GALA Yuzawa?
- GALA Yuzawa is on the No ski pass found. 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 GALA Yuzawa?
- GALA Yuzawa 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 GALA Yuzawa get in a typical season?
- GALA Yuzawa averages 465 inches / 1180 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect GALA Yuzawa in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #425 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -17% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), GALA Yuzawa averaged -17% 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 -30%, '15-16 -43%, '23-24 +23%. A pattern, not a promise.
