📷 Nozawa Onsen
Asia
Nozawa Onsen
Projected to open November 28, 2026
Best months to book: January, February, March · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Nov 28 — closed May 6
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Nozawa Onsen is projected to open November 28, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1January173cm avg
- #2February119cm avg
- #3March75cm avg · last season 21.6
Best weeks to book
- #1 20 Mar – 25 Mar · last season 24.3
- #2 27 Mar – 2 Apr · last season 19
- #3 3 Apr – 9 Apr · last season 22.4
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, 10:00 PM UTC
Terrain
Projected to open Nov 28
Projected to open November 28, 2026
36 runs · 19 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 Nozawa Onsen
Nozawa Onsen is a historic ski resort located in Nagano Prefecture, Japan, renowned for its abundant natural snow, traditional hot spring village atmosphere, and scenic mountain views. The resort features a large ski area with diverse terrain suitable for all levels, modern lift infrastructure, and a variety of runs including long cruisers and challenging slopes. Visitors can enjoy authentic Japanese culture, numerous public onsens, and a welcoming village with local dining and lodging options. Nozawa Onsen stands out for its blend of excellent skiing and rich cultural experiences rooted in centuries-old traditions.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Nozawa Onsen
- Where is Nozawa Onsen?
- Nozawa Onsen is a ski resort in Japan.
- How high is Nozawa Onsen?
- Nozawa Onsen runs from a base elevation of 565 m (1,854 ft) to a summit of 1,650 m (5,413 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,085 m (3,560 ft).
- How big is Nozawa Onsen?
- Nozawa Onsen has 734 acres (297 hectares) of skiable terrain, 36 marked runs and 19 lifts.
- When is ski season at Nozawa Onsen?
- Nozawa Onsen typically operates from November 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 Nozawa Onsen get in a typical season?
- Nozawa Onsen averages 569 inches / 1444 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Nozawa Onsen in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #429 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), Nozawa Onsen averaged -17% 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 -30%, '15-16 -42%, '23-24 +20%. One caveat that always holds: a single storm cycle can beat the climatology.
