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Kiroro Resort Guide
Projected to open November 29, 2026
Best months to book: March, February, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Nov 29
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 29
1d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
1cm
Past 10 Days
18cm
7-Day Forecast
12cm
Snow Depth
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Resort Guide
Kiroro is a ski resort located in Hokkaido, Japan, renowned for its abundant powder snow and scenic mountain setting. The resort features two main peaks, a variety of runs suitable for all levels, and modern facilities including ski-in ski-out hotels, onsen hot springs, and family-friendly amenities. Kiroro stands out for its reliable snowfall, uncrowded slopes, and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere ideal for both beginners and experienced skiers.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Kiroro
Lifts
10
Skiable area
297 ac
Longest run
4.05 km / 2.52 mi
Lift fleet
- Gondola1
- Chondola1
- High-speed quad5
- Double chair1
- Surface lift1
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Indy Pass
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Alpine Brasserie – This stylish après-ski venue at Kiroro offers a cozy atmosphere with panoramic mountain views, craft cocktails, and a curated selection of local and international cuisine, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 11:02 PM UTC
18cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+17%
vs 5-Year Avg
15cm avg by now
+151%
vs 30-Year Avg
7cm avg by now
15cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 17.6 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~17.6 cm. That's 17% above the 5-year average (15 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 151% above the 30-year average (7 cm).
Kiroro Season Snowfall
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Kiroro Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 347cm with an average of 90 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 32% above this average (459cm over the last ten tracked seasons). 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 | 43cm | 12 days | 6cm | 19cm | 9cm |
| December | 75cm | 20 days | 40cm | 64cm | 12cm |
| January | 74cm | 19 days | 79cm | 95cm | 12cm |
| February | 60cm | 16 days | 99cm | 112cm | 11cm |
| March | 59cm | 15 days | 106cm | 120cm | 12cm |
| April | 27cm | 6 days | 66cm | 98cm | 8cm |
| May | 3cm | 1 days | 6cm | 33cm | 3cm |
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
49 days scored, from 22 Feb
63
Best Day
8 Mar
3
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
6
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4624 Feb
- 4625 Feb1cm
- 4223 Feb2cm
March 2026
- 638 Mar18cm
- 545 Mar8cm
- 539 Mar2cm
April 2026
- 3712 Apr12cm
- 318 Apr3cm
- 2311 Apr1cm
March scored highest for Kiroro in 2025-26. Based on 49 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 Nov 29, 2026
Through Apr 12, 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 Kiroro
- Where is Kiroro?
- Kiroro is a ski resort in Japan.
- How high is Kiroro?
- Kiroro runs from a base elevation of 570 m (1,870 ft) to a summit of 1,180 m (3,871 ft), giving a vertical drop of 610 m (2,001 ft).
- How big is Kiroro?
- Kiroro has 297 acres (120 hectares) of skiable terrain, 21 marked runs and 10 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Kiroro?
- Kiroro is on the Indy 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 Kiroro?
- Kiroro typically operates from November to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Kiroro get in a typical season?
- Kiroro averages 830 inches / 2110 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
