A weak yen, El Niño snow patterns, and a wave of new direct flights are reshaping Japan's 2026/27 ski season. Get the full breakdown on Niseko, Hakuba, and Myoko snowfall forecasts, Club Togari's private resort launch, and new Ikon Pass resorts.

Appi Kogen early bird deals, 7 new Ikon resorts, two new ski hotels and what's already selling out. Your complete guide to planning Japan skiing in 2026/27

The snow engines are firing up and while some resorts have been affected by a bit of rain this week, this weekend promises to be the start of a sustained period of snow across most regions.

It’s not quite summer yet in Australia, which means it’s still autumn in Japan but that hasn’t stopped snow from falling!

Planning a Japan ski trip? Niseko's world-famous snow is legendary and we all know someone who has been there and heard all about it. But what is it really like?