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Niseko Moiwa Resort Guide
Projected to open November 28, 2026
Best months to book: February, January, March · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Nov 28
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 29
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Past 48 Hours
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Past 10 Days
10cm
7-Day Forecast
9cm
Snow Depth
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Resort Guide
Niseko Moiwa is a ski resort located on the Moiwa side of Mount Annupuri in Hokkaido, Japan, offering a relaxed atmosphere and uncrowded slopes. The resort features a variety of terrain suitable for all levels, renowned powder snow, and easy access to off-piste areas. Key amenities include ski-in/ski-out accommodation, rental services, and a natural onsen, making it a favored destination for those seeking a quieter, authentic Niseko experience.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Niseko Moiwa
Lifts
3
Longest run
2 km / 1.24 mi
Lift fleet
- High-speed quad1
- Double chair2
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Top Après Ski
The Lodge Moiwa 834 Bar – This cozy and stylish bar located within The Lodge Moiwa 834 is renowned for its relaxed après-ski ambiance, craft cocktails, and selection of local and international beers, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 11:00 PM UTC
17cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+330%
vs 5-Year Avg
4cm avg by now
+760%
vs 30-Year Avg
2cm avg by now
4cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 17.2 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~17.2 cm. That's 330% above the 5-year average (4 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 760% above the 30-year average (2 cm).
Niseko Moiwa Season Snowfall
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Niseko Moiwa Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 267cm with an average of 75 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 37% above this average (365cm 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 | 27cm | 8 days | 5cm | 16cm | 6cm |
| December | 64cm | 18 days | 35cm | 59cm | 10cm |
| January | 64cm | 18 days | 77cm | 94cm | 11cm |
| February | 51cm | 14 days | 99cm | 111cm | 9cm |
| March | 44cm | 12 days | 100cm | 115cm | 10cm |
| April | 14cm | 4 days | 50cm | 86cm | 5cm |
| May | 1cm | 0 days | 2cm | 19cm | 1cm |
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
56 days scored, from 22 Feb
46
Best Day
7 Mar
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
4
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4125 Feb
- 3924 Feb1cm
- 3623 Feb
March 2026
- 467 Mar8cm
- 448 Mar4cm
- 4310 Mar1cm
April 2026
- 2812 Apr7cm
- 2416 Apr
- 2314 Apr
February scored highest for Niseko Moiwa in 2025-26. Based on 56 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 28, 2026
Through Apr 19, 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 Niseko Moiwa
- Where is Niseko Moiwa?
- Niseko Moiwa is a ski resort in Japan.
- How high is Niseko Moiwa?
- Niseko Moiwa runs from a base elevation of 330 m (1,083 ft) to a summit of 800 m (2,625 ft), giving a vertical drop of 470 m (1,542 ft).
- How big is Niseko Moiwa?
- Niseko Moiwa has 8 marked runs and 3 lifts.
- When is ski season at Niseko Moiwa?
- Niseko Moiwa 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 Niseko Moiwa get in a typical season?
- Niseko Moiwa averages 551 inches / 1400 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
