📷 NEKOMA Mountain
Asia
NEKOMA Mountain
Off-season
Closed for the season · reopens Dec 29
Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 21, 04:06 PM UTC · informational only
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Overview
NEKOMA Mountain is a ski resort in Asia, Japan, currently closed for the season (Closed for the season · reopens Dec 29). Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 16:06 UTC.
Resort Guide
NEKOMA Mountain is a ski resort located in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, offering a variety of slopes suitable for beginners to advanced skiers across two interconnected areas. The resort is known for its high-quality powder snow, long ski season, and scenic views of the surrounding mountains. Key amenities include modern lift systems, rental services, and on-site dining, with a relaxed atmosphere that caters to families and enthusiasts seeking uncrowded runs and reliable snow conditions. NEKOMA Mountain stands out for its unique dual-mountain access and consistent powder, making it a favored destination for both local and international visitors.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for NEKOMA Mountain
Lifts
13
Skiable area
1154 ac
Longest run
3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Runs by difficulty(33 total)
Beginner
13
40% of terrain
Intermediate
12
35% of terrain
Advanced
8
25% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Gondola1
- High-speed quad4
- Double chair8
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
The Lodge at Nekoma Mountain – This cozy après-ski spot is celebrated for its welcoming atmosphere, craft beers, and hearty comfort food, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind and socialize after a day on the slopes.
Snow Summary
Updated Aug 21, 2026 at 4:06 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Japan (Tohoku & Niigata) region
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Aug 21, 04:06 PM UTC
Depth by source
every reading we have- GHCNBase 0cm
The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.
Base
700m
Temp
18.9°C
Wind
1.1km/h
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Mid-Mountain
1019m
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Summit
1338m
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14.8°C
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1.1km/h
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Local Reports
0 reportsDaily Snowfall Forecast by Model
Black line = verified SnowSure™ blend (not a simple average). Weights update weekly from measured snowfall at SNOTEL stations and resort reports.
SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting
The black line is not a simple average. For NEKOMA Mountain (japan), we combine seven global weather models using weights learned from daily forecast verification — comparing each model's prediction to measured snowfall (SNOTEL, resort reports, ERA5).
- 1.Horizon buckets: days 1–3, 4–7, and 8–14 each get separate weights — short-range skill differs from long-range.
- 2.Regional calibration: weights come from verified error in this geography (Rockies, Alps, Japan, etc.), recalculated weekly.
- 3.Ground truth only: we never grade a forecast against another model — only against measured snow.
Building verification history for this resort.
How we verify forecasts →Hourly Forecast Detail
AM / PM / Night breakdown with wind and freezing level
NWP models refresh up to 4× daily · Last synced Aug 21, 4:06 PM
Sat, Aug 22 20 / 145.7mm | Sun, Aug 23 21 / 152.2mm | Mon, Aug 24 22 / 150.8mm | Tue, Aug 25 22 / 151.8mm | Wed, Aug 26 23 / 154.4mm | Thu, Aug 27 16 / 1317.2mm | |||||||||||||
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| Period | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night |
| Snow (cm) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Precip (mm) | 2.8 | 1.9 | 1 | 0 | 0.8 | 1.4 | 0 | 0 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 1.4 | 0.2 | 0 | 3.9 | 0.5 | 10 | 3.1 | 4.1 |
| Temp (°C) | 16 | 19 | 15 | 18 | 20 | 16 | 18 | 22 | 17 | 19 | 20 | 16 | 19 | 20 | 16 | 14 | 15 | 15 |
| Wind (km/h) | 3 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 5 | 7 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 9 | 14 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 9 | 9 | 5 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 12 | 17 | 8 | 21 | 19 | 15 | 12 | 20 | 10 | 19 | 25 | 17 | 19 | 25 | 18 | 18 | 24 | 20 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (1338m)
10-Day Forecast
Sat
22
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20°
14.4°
6 km/h
Sun
23
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21.1°
14.5°
10 km/h
Mon
24
🌧️
22.3°
15.2°
8 km/h
Tue
25
🌧️
21.8°
15.2°
17 km/h
Wed
26
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23.4°
14.7°
6 km/h
Thu
27
🌧️
16°
13.3°
12 km/h
Fri
28
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20.1°
12.9°
6 km/h
Sat
29
🌧️
17.7°
13.6°
17 km/h
Sun
30
🌧️
15.2°
13.8°
14 km/h
Mon
31
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18.4°
14.1°
14 km/h
Summit elevation (1338m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 04:06 PM UTC
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Season Total
This Season to Date
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Off-season · 362cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 258cm full-season avg
362cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~275.1 cm. That's 24% below the 5-year average (362 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 7% above the 30-year average (258 cm).
NEKOMA Mountain Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 270cm with an average of 98 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 13.2cm | 6 days | 1cm | 5cm | 5.1cm |
| December | 58.6cm | 21 days | 13cm | 30cm | 9.4cm |
| January | 81.3cm | 27 days | 47cm | 66cm | 13.8cm |
| February | 55.7cm | 22 days | 68cm | 80cm | 9.9cm |
| March | 45.6cm | 17 days | 58cm | 76cm | 10.3cm |
| April | 14.5cm | 6 days | 18cm | 43cm | 6.9cm |
| May | 0.3cm | 0 days | 0cm | 6cm | 1.1cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 29, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
ENSO seasonal analog
History · not a forecastIn 10 past El Niño winters at NEKOMA Mountain, ERA5 season snowfall median was 227 cm (89 in), about 5% below this resort’s long-term median. This is a historical analog from reanalysis — not a prediction of this winter’s storm track.
Prevailing ONI
El Niño
MJJ 2026 · ANOM +1.39°C
Analog season median
227 cm
10 El Niño winters · 5% below median
All-season median
240 cm
Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)
| Phase | Seasons | Median | p25–p75 | Recent analogs |
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| El Niñocurrent | 10 | 227 cm | 199 cm – 348 cm | 2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009 |
| La Niña | 12 | 247 cm | 189 cm – 356 cm | 2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010 |
| ENSO-neutral | 8 | 251 cm | 164 cm – 341 cm | 2025, 2024, 2016, 2013, 2012, 2003 |
Season snowfall from Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis (~9 km). ENSO phase from NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index. Relative phase differences are more trustworthy than absolute cm totals. Source: NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index + Open-Meteo ERA5 via SnowSure season archive.
Best Months to Visit
January
Peak Powder
February
Peak Powder
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical powder season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about NEKOMA Mountain
- Where is NEKOMA Mountain?
- NEKOMA Mountain is a ski resort in Japan.
- How high is NEKOMA Mountain?
- NEKOMA Mountain runs from a base elevation of 700 m (2,297 ft) to a summit of 1,338 m (4,390 ft), giving a vertical drop of 638 m (2,093 ft).
- How big is NEKOMA Mountain?
- NEKOMA Mountain has 1,154 acres (467 hectares) of skiable terrain, 33 marked runs and 13 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers NEKOMA Mountain?
- NEKOMA Mountain 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.
- How much snow does NEKOMA Mountain get in a typical season?
- NEKOMA Mountain averages 315 inches / 800 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
