📷 Myoko Kogen
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Myoko Kogen
Projected to open December 14, 2026
Best months to book: January, February, March · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 14 — closed April 12
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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Myoko Kogen is projected to open December 14, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1January143cm avg
- #2February99cm avg · last season 24
- #3March62cm avg · last season 31.3
Best weeks to book
- #1 8 Mar – 14 Mar · last season 44.4
- #2 22 Feb – 28 Feb · last season 24
- #3 1 Mar – 7 Mar · last season 42.6
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, 10:04 PM UTC
Terrain
Projected to open Dec 14
Projected to open December 14, 2026
62 runs · 40 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
Unlock with ProHistorical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast: SnowSure™ multi-model blend · mid-upper forecast point
Maps
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Webcams & Proof of Powder
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About Myoko Kogen
Myoko Kogen is a historic ski region in Niigata Prefecture, Japan, renowned for its deep powder snow, varied terrain, and traditional Japanese village atmosphere. The area encompasses multiple interconnected resorts, offering extensive skiable terrain suitable for all levels, along with natural hot springs and scenic views of Mount Myoko. Visitors can enjoy a blend of authentic cultural experiences, modern amenities, and easy access to both on-piste and off-piste skiing.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Myoko Kogen
- Where is Myoko Kogen?
- Myoko Kogen is a ski resort in Japan.
- How high is Myoko Kogen?
- Myoko Kogen runs from a base elevation of 750 m (2,461 ft) to a summit of 1,500 m (4,921 ft), giving a vertical drop of 750 m (2,461 ft).
- How big is Myoko Kogen?
- Myoko Kogen has 62 marked runs and 40 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Myoko Kogen?
- Myoko 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 Myoko Kogen?
- Myoko Kogen typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Myoko Kogen get in a typical season?
- Myoko Kogen averages 590 inches / 1500 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Myoko Kogen in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #372 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -11% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Myoko averaged -11% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The honest read: this is the fleet's deepest timing play. The snow still comes — but in Japan the El Niño hit lands on the season's edges, not the heart of the sea-effect window. Point your winter 2026-27 trip at the mid-winter core (January to mid-February), stay flexible on dates, and watch our monthly scorecard. Analog winters: '97-98 -20%, '15-16 -36%, '23-24 +22%. One caveat that always holds: a single storm cycle can beat the climatology.
