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Kagura
Projected to open Nov 22
Projected to open November 22, 2026
Best months to book: February, March, January · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Nov 22
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 28
2d agoPast 24 Hours
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Past 48 Hours
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Past 10 Days
8cm
7-Day Forecast
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Snow Depth
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Kagura is projected to open November 22, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1February87cm avg
- #2March77cm avg
- #3January113cm avg
Ranked on 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Oct 30, 09:06 PM UTC
Terrain
Projected to open Nov 22
Projected to open November 22, 2026
32 runs · 18 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Snow Summary
Updated Oct 30 at 9:06 PM
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.Unlock with Pro
No measurement at mid height (1,233m) reached us: past snow shown is the model's estimate at the summit.
Maps
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About Kagura
Kagura Ski Resort is located in Niigata Prefecture, Japan, and is renowned for its expansive ski area that connects Kagura, Mitsumata, and Tashiro zones. The resort offers a long ski season, abundant natural snowfall, and a variety of terrain suitable for all levels, including extensive off-piste and backcountry options. Key amenities include modern lift systems, rental services, ski schools, and on-mountain dining, while the relaxed atmosphere and panoramic views of the surrounding mountains make it a popular choice for both powder enthusiasts and families.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Kagura
- Where is Kagura?
- Kagura is a ski resort in Japan.
- How high is Kagura?
- Kagura runs from a base elevation of 620 m (2,034 ft) to a summit of 1,845 m (6,053 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,225 m (4,019 ft).
- How big is Kagura?
- Kagura has 32 marked runs and 18 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Kagura?
- Kagura is on the Mt. Naeba Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- How much snow does Kagura get in a typical season?
- Kagura averages 520 inches / 1,320 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Kagura in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #354 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -10% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Kagura averaged -10% 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 -27%, '15-16 -44%, '23-24 +42%. One caveat that always holds: a single storm cycle can beat the climatology.
