Winter marches on and yesterday on mountain was pleasantly surprising with chopped up pistes during the morning that somehow stayed very soft and shreddable. Cold temps and wind transported snow got the job done, even more so in the afternoon when backcountry boot packs were half filled in after each 35 minute lap. We also saw light snow during the afternoon in spite of the generally clear weather.

Last night's snow fall was small at the base but I am guessing we will get a partial reset up top.

More sunny weather here right now and the forecast is for the next decent snowfall to commence Saturday evening.

I heard Hodaigi was great yesterday with untracked pow on piste.

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Ski resorts in Minakami:

Akasawa
Minakami Hodaigi
Minakami Kogen Fujiwara
Minakami Kogen Ski Resort
Norn Minakami
Oana
Okutone Snow Park
Tanigawadake Tenjindaira
Tanigawa Onsen White Valley

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Resort Spotlights with more detail:

Norn Minakami
Okutone Snow Park

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Please note that the snowfall numbers posted in this report will be observed from close to the base Tenjindaira Ropeway station - which is often much more than in the central town area of Minakami.