Ask anyone who skis Japan where the deepest, most reliable powder falls and the answer is almost always Hokkaido. But there is a second, quieter powder kingdom on the main…
Kijimadaira’s Snow Resort Romance no Kamisama
When a small resort earns a spot in the Nagano7 powder pass – joining Shiga Kogen, Nozawa Onsen, Togakushi, Ryuoo, Madarao and Tangram – it is the perfect occasion to…
Early-Season Ski Resorts in Japan: What Opens First in 2026-27
At La Colina, we can’t wait for the season to start, so we’ve compiled the list of ski resorts that look set to open early for the 2026–27 season —…
Why Location Matters on a Powder Day
If you If you are planning a ski trip to Northern Nagano and the Myoko area, you have almost certainly seen the ads: “just 20-30 minutes from the slopes,” “easy…
How to Get to Madarao-Tangram from Tokyo
If you are planning a trip to Madarao and Tangram, you have likely wondered how to get there. It is a good question — Japan’s transport network is excellent, but…
It Is Not Even Cold Yet: Why Your Best Powder Season Starts in August
It is the last week of August in Myoko and Madarao in Nagano. The pines are heavy with summer green, cicadas are doing their best to out-sing each other, and…
Weather Forecast for Japan’s 2026 – 2027 Snow Season
The 2025–2026 snow season in Japan was a bit irregular, with a very promising start in November, a warmer than usual december, and finally late La Niña conditions kicking in…
Your Guide to Multi-Resort All Season Ski Passes in Japan (26/27)
LAST UPDATED AUGUST, 2026 Or How to Save Money on Your Coming Ski Trip to Japan For many international avid skiers and snowboarders visiting Japan during winter, the cost of…
Early-Season Ski Resorts in Japan: What Opens First in 2025-26
At La Colina, we can’t wait for the season to start, so we’ve compiled a list of ski resorts that regularly open early. Of course, opening dates always depend on…
How to Plan the Ultimate Japan Ski Trip: A Step-by-Step Guide
Japan has firmly established itself as a premier destination for skiers and snowboarders worldwide, largely thanks to its legendary powder snow, often dubbed “Japow.” With consistent snowfall, minimal need for…