Myoko is regarded as the powder capital of Japan for good reason – 15 metres average annual snowfall means there are a lot days like this. Photo: Grant Gunderson Mountainwatch | Joe Stanco After visiting Minakami and Tenjinda [...]

As the mountains across the Northern Hemisphere are starting to disappear under a blanket of snow, ski enthusiasts around the world are starting to dust off their gear, in preparation for those first powder turns! In Japan, Niseko [...]

Niseko and Mt Yotei after this week’s snowfalls cleared. Photo: 360niseko Mountainwatch | The Grasshopper First North America, then Europe, and now Japan is on the map after the first proper snowstorm of the season came through [...]

Mountainwatch | Reggae Elliss Jackson Hole has a reputation for being among the best resorts in North America and once you visit you’ll easy to understand why. It’s awesome. The iconic North American resort had been on my hi [...]

Aimee Engerbretson during a deep day at Palisades Tahoe last December. Last season was a record year for the Sierras and in an El Niño year above average snow totals are likely again this season Photo: Jeff Engerbretson Mountainw [...]

Drew Jolowicz finding deep powder at Appi Kogen, northern Honshu, in Feb 2020 a season that experienced a moderate to strong El Niño. Photo: Dylan Robinson Mountainwatch | The Grasshopper Here we go folks, another Japanese snow [...]

Niseko is a global powder powerhouse known for some of the driest, lightest snow in the world – with 15m snowfall in an “average” season, and up to 19m in a good season! If you’re keen to experience this powder mecca f [...]

Mountainwatch | The Grasshopper Written early Monday 26thand valid to Thursday 29thJune Mild northerlies over the South Island today will see some rain spilling over the Main Divide as a front passes over from the west. The fron [...]

At Mountainwatch Travel, we understand the quest for the ultimate skiing adventure. Enter Niseko, Japan, a winter wonderland known for its world-class powder snow, diverse terrain, and luxurious hospitality. Our 2024/5 season guid [...]

The picturesque town of Wānaka is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with its stunning natural landscapes and adventure activities drawing visitors from all over the world. Wānaka is home to the stunning Lake Wānaka, a glacial la [...]

Hakuba is a winter destination known worldwide for its top-tier ski slopes. And, while the skiing facilities in Hakuba are extraordinary, the region’s appeal extends well beyond its snow-pounded mountains. Hakuba’s bre [...]

The Remarkables after an early season storm last year. Photo: NZ.com Mountainwatch | The Grasshopper La Nina-style weather has continued to plague New Zealand’s weather over the last several weeks, bringing warm northerlies tha [...]