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Appi Kogen Resort Guide
Projected to open December 7, 2026
Best months to book: January, February, March · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 7
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Last Snowfall
Oct 28
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Resort Guide
Appi Kogen is a major ski resort located in the mountains of Iwate Prefecture, Japan, offering 21 runs across a vast skiable area with varied terrain suitable for all levels. The resort is known for its high-quality powder snow, long runs—including a signature 5.5 km course—and modern lift infrastructure. Visitors benefit from ski-in/ski-out accommodations, a range of dining options, hot spring facilities, and family-friendly amenities. Appi Kogen stands out for its scenic setting, reliable snow conditions, and comprehensive resort services.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Appi Kogen
Lifts
16
Skiable area
697 ac
Longest run
5.5 km / 3.4 mi
Share of terrain by difficulty
- Beginner34% of terrain
- Intermediate32% of terrain
- Advanced34% of terrain
Lift fleet
- Gondola2
- High-speed quad3
- Double chair11
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
Appi Après – This stylish lounge and bar located within the Appi Kogen resort is renowned for its cozy atmosphere, creative cocktails, and regular live music events, making it a favorite spot for skiers to unwind and socialize after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 10:02 PM UTC
8cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+177%
vs 5-Year Avg
3cm avg by now
+730%
vs 30-Year Avg
1cm avg by now
3cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 8.3 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~8.3 cm. That's 177% above the 5-year average (3 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 730% above the 30-year average (1 cm).
Appi Kogen Season Snowfall
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Appi Kogen Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 186cm with an average of 57 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 9cm | 3 days | 0cm | 4cm | 3cm |
| December | 44cm | 13 days | 5cm | 15cm | 8cm |
| January | 56cm | 17 days | 17cm | 28cm | 8cm |
| February | 42cm | 13 days | 21cm | 32cm | 7cm |
| March | 31cm | 9 days | 6cm | 18cm | 7cm |
| April | 5cm | 1 days | 0cm | 3cm | 3cm |
| May | 0cm | 0 days | 0cm | — | 0cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
24 days scored, from 20 Mar
28
Best Day
21 Mar
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
0
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
March 2026
- 2821 Mar5cm
- 2222 Mar2cm
- 1823 Mar
April 2026
- 182 Apr5cm
- 163 Apr
- 168 Apr2cm
March scored highest for Appi Kogen in 2025-26. Based on 24 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 7, 2026
Through May 6, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
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 Appi Kogen
- Where is Appi Kogen?
- Appi Kogen is a ski resort in Japan.
- How high is Appi Kogen?
- Appi Kogen runs from a base elevation of 500 m (1,640 ft) to a summit of 1,328 m (4,357 ft), giving a vertical drop of 828 m (2,717 ft).
- How big is Appi Kogen?
- Appi Kogen has 697 acres (282 hectares) of skiable terrain, 21 marked runs and 16 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Appi Kogen?
- Appi Kogen 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.
- When is ski season at Appi Kogen?
- Appi Kogen typically operates from December 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 Appi Kogen get in a typical season?
- Appi Kogen averages 470 inches / 1200 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
