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Myoko Kogen Resort Guide
Projected to open December 14, 2026
Best months to book: January, February, March · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 14
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Resort Guide
Myoko Kogen is a historic ski region in Niigata Prefecture, Japan, renowned for its deep powder snow, varied terrain, and traditional Japanese village atmosphere. The area encompasses multiple interconnected resorts, offering extensive skiable terrain suitable for all levels, along with natural hot springs and scenic views of Mount Myoko. Visitors can enjoy a blend of authentic cultural experiences, modern amenities, and easy access to both on-piste and off-piste skiing.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Myoko Kogen
Lifts
40
Longest run
8.5 km / 5.3 mi
Lift fleet
- Gondola1
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
Akakura Kanko Hotel Bar – This sophisticated lounge offers panoramic mountain views, expertly crafted cocktails, and a cozy atmosphere, making it a favorite spot for après-ski relaxation and socializing in Myoko Kogen.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 11:04 PM UTC
21cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+164%
vs 5-Year Avg
8cm avg by now
+955%
vs 30-Year Avg
2cm avg by now
8cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 21.1 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~21.1 cm. That's 164% above the 5-year average (8 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 955% above the 30-year average (2 cm).
Myoko Kogen Season Snowfall
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Myoko Kogen Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 542cm with an average of 80 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 55% above this average (842cm 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 | 31cm | 5 days | 4cm | 16cm | 10cm |
| December | 124cm | 16 days | 49cm | 104cm | 19cm |
| January | 169cm | 23 days | 143cm | 186cm | 19cm |
| February | 118cm | 18 days | 194cm | 221cm | 17cm |
| March | 76cm | 13 days | 199cm | 224cm | 14cm |
| April | 19cm | 4 days | 142cm | 190cm | 8cm |
| May | 2cm | 0 days | 30cm | 84cm | 4cm |
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
49
Best Day
7 Mar
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
2
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 3128 Feb
- 2923 Feb
- 2724 Feb
March 2026
- 497 Mar1cm
- 485 Mar3cm
- 486 Mar2cm
April 2026
- 308 Apr5cm
- 283 Apr18cm
- 197 Apr
March scored highest for Myoko Kogen 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 Dec 14, 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 Myoko Kogen
- Where is Myoko Kogen?
- Myoko Kogen is a ski resort in Japan.
- How high is Myoko Kogen?
- Myoko Kogen runs from a base elevation of 750 m (2,461 ft) to a summit of 1,500 m (4,921 ft), giving a vertical drop of 750 m (2,461 ft).
- How big is Myoko Kogen?
- Myoko Kogen has 62 marked runs and 40 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Myoko Kogen?
- Myoko 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 Myoko Kogen?
- Myoko Kogen typically operates from December 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 Myoko Kogen get in a typical season?
- Myoko Kogen averages 590 inches / 1500 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
