Its New years Eve and The Hanazono Rail Jam comp starts today

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Winds are forecast to pick up and good snowfalls.

Magic carpets and the rail park are scheduled to be up and running today. Strong westerly winds between 40 and 65km/hr. Wind chill is down to -19 with a top of -1 degree.

A dusting of snow fell around 4am this morning in Niseko and we should see some more significant snowfalls leading us into the New Year.

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Most lifts are scheduled to be up and running. Light southerly winds around 15km/hr are tending to strong westerly winds later in the day. Wind chill is down to -15 with a top of -3 degrees.

We saw it start to dump at around 5pm yesterday in Niseko 30cms fell overnight at the base.

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Most lifts and the Terrain Park are scheduled to be up and running. Westerly winds should be light to moderate around 15 to 30km/hr. Wind chill is down to -20 with a top of -4 degrees today. 

Winds may pick up after today with the next big snowstorm due Thursday. Hopefully delivering plenty of the dry white stuff our way.

A beautiful sunny day yesterday in Niseko, we had a dusting overnight, it is snowing now and temperatures are set to drop.

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The Stomping Ground Terrain Park complete with jumps and rails are set to open. Most lifts are scheduled to be spinning throughout the day however are subject to wind. South easterlies tending northwesterly are forecast to pick up this afternoon up top.

Wind chill is down to -15 with a top of 1 degree today.  The snow cover has a heavy powder in the trees with chalky groomed runs.

Just like Niseko, Light snowfalls are expected all week.  Its time to wax those skis and boards and explore this mountain.

Get Ready for the Hanazono Bag Jump in Niseko

The team at Hanazono and Nihon Harmony Resorts would like to wish you a Merry Christmas and hope to see you in the New Year. Conditions are outstanding and we have already had plenty of powder days, early New Year will see the back country and off piste areas opening to some super deep and dry conditions. Remember, conditions are always that little bit better at Hanazono.

Take advantage of the new Hana 1 Cafe next to the Hanazono Lift 1, great coffee, goodies and we are offering 100 yen Hot Chocolates for the early birds - 8.30am to 10am.

Check out the latest video snow report www.skihanazono.com/global/en/hanazono-tv/latest

BAGJUMP

Hanazono Stomping Ground is excited to announce the addition of a BAGJUMP for late January. A 15m x 15m cushion of air to try your wildest tricks, all of the professionals use these as a key training tool. Stay tuned for more.

Welcome to Paddy McGuinty’s an Irish Bar here in Niseko Japan

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Its nice to sit and eat somewhere where the décor fits the environment. The large big screen is always showing either the sports channel or a ski/snowboard movie.

After a quiet afternoon the night rolls on and the events start. Boys want to find where the girls are? .. You should check out Girls Night out here 300 yen drinks certainly brings the crowd.

A fantastic atmosphere and Boasting a large selection of whiskeys. There are basic spirits, wine and of course beer with the Irish Pub favourite Guiness.

Paddys has some great pub meals and if you are missing the pie well the chunky steak bits make it scrumptious

The snow will start to fall again today in Niseko with snow showers expected into next week

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Fresh lines in the trees and a blue bird day yesterday, groomed runs are firm this morning and its currently 14.

The Stomping Ground Terrain Park complete with jumps and rails will open and most lifts should be spinning throughout the day.

Temperatures should remain below zero.

Northwesterly winds should be generally light and possibly increasing in the afternoon. We should see the snow start to fall again today with snow showers expected into next week (with possible heavier falls tonight.)

It wont be long before peak gates open and there is a run of 1000 metres of perfect powder to ride.

Fresh and dry overnight snow of around 10cms at the base of Mt Annupuri early this morning and light snowfalls just keep falling.

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15 lifts should be spinning throughout the day.

Wind chill is down to - 21 degrees with a day time high of - 4.

Westerly winds should be generally moderate at 15 to 35km/hr.

A change is forecast for this weekend where we may see some sun and light snow showers.

Hanazono is buzzing and people are really enjoying getting into the powder

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We had another 10cm overnight at the base and its currently -2 degrees.

Adventure Park Activities and magic carpets are running. Most lifts should be spinning throughout the day. Wind chill is down to - 18 degrees with a day time high of - 3. Westerly winds should be generally light at 10 to 25km/hr.

On and off snowfalls are forecast with a change expected this weekend. However still delivering fresh snow.

Beautiful morning today in Niseko with 65cms of pow dumped in the past 24hrs..

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Blizzard conditions yesterday and its a beautiful morning today. Not as much as usual overnight, 10cms however 65cms fell in the past 24hrs.

Tobogganing, snowmobiling and magic carpets are running. Most lifts should be spinning.

The current snow depth at the base is around 135cms and 245 up top. Wind chill is down to - 20 degrees with a day time high of - 5.

Westerly winds should be moderate averaging 15 to 35km/hr.

A weekend of waist deep, you were swimming in it! 20cms overnightin Niseko

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Tobogganing, snowmobiling and magic carpets are running. Most lifts should be spinning.

The current snow depth at the base is an average 1.3 metres and around 2.4 metres up top. Wind chill is down to - 23 degrees with a day time high of - 5.

Westerly winds could be strong at times ranging between 15 to 40km/hr. Moderate snow is forecast for today with on and off good snow right into the week.

Fresh powder and plenty of Sunshine for Friday the 18th

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Blue skies and fresh powder all around today.. The top of the mountain has reached 2 metres and the temp out is around -10..... Only a slight wind and its looks like the calm before the storm... :))

We had 40cms of fresh powder on the mountain overnight Hanazono Niseko

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10 lifts should be up and running with Stomping Ground Terrain Park open by mid morning of the 17th December 2009.

The snow keeps on dumping with so much powder in Niseko now

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The base is topping up nicely with around 80cms of fresh in the past 24hrs. There will be lines for the taking this morning!

Amazing Conditions after a huge dump of powder in the last 24 hrs

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When the powder snow falls its all you can talk about. Around 60cms has fallen in the past 24hrs. There are going to be so many fresh lines for the taking!

The powder snow started to fall early yesterday in Niseko

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Mt Annapuri has been blanketed in the white stuff around 15cms of fresh on the lower runs and more up top.

Hanazono TVs Daily Powder Report - Sat 12th December

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Its likely to be snowing up top..8 lifts are expected to be up and running in Hanazono/Hirafu.
Wind chill is down to - 12 with a day time high of 3.
Southeasterly winds tending northwesterly should be moderate (between 20 to 40 km/hr) throughout the day.

This glorious sun may be out for most of the day however it’s currently a chilly -3 degrees.

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A developing low moving ESE may see some possible showers at first before the powder snow returns Sunday right into next week.

Beautiful Sunny Conditions in Niseko for Thurs 10th December

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A beautiful morning, 10 cms of fresh snow in the Niseko overnight

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8 lifts are expected to be up and running in Hanazono/Hirafu.
Currently the snow depth at the base is 40 cms and 80 up top. Wind chill is down to - 14 with a day time high of - 1.
West northwesterly winds should be generally moderate throughout the day.

Niseko Hanazono TV’s Daily Powder Report 8th December 2009

The typical Niseko Powder snow is falling.. This storm cycle has delivered around 40cms of fresh up top.

Checking around the mountain:
New terrain and lifts are opening daily as the season kicks off.
Currently the snow depth at the base is 35cms and 70 up top.
The forecast suggests wind chill down to -10 with a day time high of 1.
West northwesterly winds should be generally light today.

Hanazono lift 3 in Niseko Japan opened today

More terrain for us to ski and snowboard... yoo... :))))

On mountain twiddeo at Niseko Japan

Niseko ski patrol report 50 cms up top of powdery snow. The average mountain snow depth is 27 cms. More Pow on the way on Sunday... :)))

Hanazono in Niseko Japan

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Skiing in Hanazono Niseko Powder

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The Niseko area is known for some of the best off-piste powder skiing in the world. No other destination receives such consistently perfect powder. Niseko is a geographical magnet for weather systems delivering snow storms from the Siberian Peninsula and after filling with moisture on their way across the Sea of Japan these massive fronts collide and Hanazono in Niseko is the first place in their path dumping up to 16 metres of snow in a season... The water content of the snow is usually around 8% creating extremely light n fluffy powder snow....

Stomping Ground Hanazono Hokkaidos No.1 Terrain Park & Half Pipe

Hanazono Niseko has 4 awesome Terrain Parks and Hokkaidos only FIS Half Pipe.

Start Your Day at Hanazono in Niseko Japan

Start Your Day at Hanazono

Start your day’s adventure (click on the image to view the video) in complete comfort by taking the Hanazono Bus - We have improved the bus service for this winter to ensure you are close to a pick up or drop off. The route covers the Hirafu and Izumikyo areas with a service every 30 mins. Click here to download the bus map.

Take advantage of Hanazono's Free Overnight Equipment Storage – When taking the bus you can leave your equipment overnight at 308 or get our team at Demo to wax your board or skis for the next day of adventure. Use the spacious changing rooms and lockers to get ready and then treat yourself to a Lavazza coffee and muffin from the 308 Café.

Great Food, Great Style - The outstanding 308 restaurant dishes up the famous Kani Ramen plus other sumptuous local treats to tempt the taste buds and satisfy the hungriest of alpine appetites.

What's New

Improved access between Hanazono & Hirafu - It is now easier to circulate between Hanazono and Hirafu. Newly completed earthworks on Parallel will ensure a smooth run into Hanazono and a new link lift at the top of Hanazono 2 to avoid a climb to access the Holiday trail. Entertainment & Activities - 308 continues to feature daily entertainment at lunchtime and Après with DJ’s, live music and movies. We will be showing the latest Warren Miller movie "Children of Winter" and the Teton Gravity Research movie "re:Session". Happy hour every day from 3 to 5pm - beer, wine and shots. Click here for our Event Calendar.

Kamonohashi Show - Kamanohashi is excited to present his new show, featuring: dancing, singing, games, prizes and fun for the kids. Don't tet them miss out, the show is on every Tuesday and Saturday at 1pm.

Café 1 at Hanazono 1 Lift - Need a quick coffee, hot chocolate or a snack? We have made it easy for you to take time out to fuel up with the introduction of Café 1 at the base of Hanazono 1 lift. 100yen Hot Chocolate daily from 8.30am to 10am.

NISS Snowsports School - We Love Kids, kids are our specialty and NISS operates Kids Centres at both Hirafu and Hanazono which boasts 2 dedicated outdoor learning areas, 2 indoor facilities and 4 magic carpets. Take advantage of Hanazono's excellent new 308 kids facility and group class sizes. Contact niss@harmonyresorts.com for all enquiries and bookings.

DEMO Equipment Hire - Rent your equipment with us from Hirafu and we will drop it off to your accommodation or rent from Hanazono 308 and we will wax your board or skis free of charge. This season we are offering the new range of K2 Backside skis for the off piste / back country enthusiast. Contact demo@harmonyresorts.com for all enquiries and bookings.

Hanazono Adventure Park - Fun for the Family
• Snow tubing and tobogganing on dedicated areas, no walking with our Magic Carpets!
• Snowmobiling, riding your very own snowmobile through nature.
• Snow rafting, a fun experience being whizzed around in a rubber raft behind a snowmobile.
• Snow-shoeing – take a guided nature walk with one of our local experts.

Hanazono Stomping Ground – Hokkaido’s No.1 for Terrain Parks & Half Pipe

Hanazono has 4 awesome Terrain Parks and Hokkaido’s only FIS Competition Half Pipe. Check the latest SG video by clicking on the image.
• Competition FIS Half Pipe
• Hano Park – 2 big lines for the intermediate and advanced rider, a spacious park with great music pumping all day.
• Jib Park – lots of boxes and rails to hit after Hano Park.
• New beginners Park – plenty of beginner rails and boxes to get you started.
• New Stairway to Heaven Easy Line – finish you perfect powder run by hitting the easy line.

Digital World - Hanazono TV


Best Winter of Your Life - We are running an exciting campaign to find the Japanese face of Hanazono, click on the image to learn more.





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HTV continues to deliver quality video content to keep you updated on:
• Events & activities
• The most accurate daily snow report & weather conditions - starts December 5 • Products and services
• Skiing & boarding tips skihanazono.com

Summer 2010

Stay tuned as we unveil what's in store for Hanazono during the summer of 2010. Mountain Bike Park, Golf, Water Sports, Summer Tubing, Bag Jump, Events, Euro Bungee, Climbing and more. Hanazono 308 will be open for the summer so you can relax, enjoy the sun or indulge in the delicous treats from the cafe.

Skiing in Niseko powder Japan

The Niseko area is known for some of the best off-piste powder skiing in the world. No other destination receives such consistently perfect powder. Niseko is a geographical magnet for weather systems delivering snow storms from the Siberian Peninsula and after filling with moisture on their way across the Sea of Japan these massive fronts collide and Hanazono in Niseko is the first place in their path dumping up to 16 metres of snow in a season... The water content of the snow is usually around 8% creating extremely light n fluffy powder snow.

Amazing Contest in Niseko Japan

THE BEST WINTER OF YOUR LIFE

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スキーやスノーボードレッスンでスキルアップしながら賞品(金)を手にしニセコでの冬を満喫してみてはいかがでしょうか。
このキャンペーンの勝者はニセコ花園のリゾートアンバサダーとして2009-2010冬季シーズン活躍して頂きます。

内容

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* プレゼンテーションスキルの向上
* リゾート及びスポンサーのプロモーション
* 多くの楽しい人たちに出会える
* 自分を磨き英語のスキルアップ

賞品

* 花園リゾートの顔としてリゾートアンバサダーになって頂きます
* 賞金100万円
* NISS⁺の指導の下スキー/スノーボードのレッスンを受けられます
* K2からスキーもしくはスノーボードが提供されます
* BURTONからウェアを提供されます
* フォーシーズンズホテル丸の内東京宿泊券（2泊）
* ニセコフォトグラフィーからシーズン中のフォト/ビデオアルバム“Your Winter”をプレゼント
* シーズン中Lavazzaコーヒー及びSoyjoyプレゼント
⁺日本ハーモニー・リゾート(株)の主催するスキースクール Niseko International Snowsports School

Best Winter of Your Life –人生で最高の冬

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You could have the winter of your life with more fun than you could imagine. Picture yourself in getting paid to learn and improve your skiing & snowboard skills, win some great prizes and be at the center of this exciting promotion.

The Winner will become the Face of the Hanazono Resort Niseko for the 2009/2010 winter season


Present the Daily Video Snow Reports

Skiing Back Country Powder in Hanazono Niseko Japan

Climb the peak of Niseko-Annupuri and ski some Deliciously Deep Powder all the way down to Hanazono in Niseko Japan.....

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Kamonohashi the Mountain Warrior of Niseko

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Kamonohashi is a very brave and talented Tasmanian platypus; these distinct mammals are unique to Australia.

At a very young age, after learning about the warriors of Japan, Kamonohashi decided that this was his path and the way to fulfill his dream of becoming a guardian of nature. After saying goodbye to his family in Australia, Kamo took the long journey to Japan to begin his martial arts study and training.

Years of dedication and preparation made him a fine example of a great warrior. On completion of his studies; Kamo was presented with a magic staff in recognition of his excellence and his future responsibility of protecting nature. He was sent to Niseko to oversee the mountains, the animals and the children that play there. This is how he came to love the beautiful white winters and develop his skills to become an amazing skier and snowboarder.

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 27th march 2009

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Heavy snow started to fall late yesterday and we had over 20cms overnight with plenty more up top. Back country will be amazing with light waste deep powder areas to find. Winds have eased off from last nights storm and should be around 20km/hr and reaching 30km up top. Most lifts should be spinning with the Terrain Park open by mid morning.

＊花園滑雪勝地、成為二世古的新指標＊

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Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 26th march 2009

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Yesterday was amazing. Beautiful sunny weather and fresh dry powder to ski on. It was waste deep in areas off piste with the groomed runs like it were mid winter. A partially cloudy day ahead with a possibility of late snow showers. Fantastic conditions and wind speeds around 15km/hr should see most lifts spinning and the Stomping Ground Terrain Park open by mid morning. Visibility is variable with possible snow today. Wind chill should see temperatures down to around minus 15 up top with a maximum temperature of 1 degree at the base.

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 24th march 2009

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The Conditions out there today are epic, the sun is out with over a foot of fresh powder on the mountain. The Cloud will be coming over this arfternoon with snow to start falling tonight.

Niseko Snow Report 24th march 2009

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Moderate snow fell yesterday with about 15cms here at the base. Its still snowing and should continue into tonight. Winds reaching up to 40km/hr may see some top lifts closed. Visibility is variable and wind chill should see temperatures down to around minus 23 up top with a maximum temperature of minus 5 degrees at the base. The forecast suggests below zero temperatures to hang around for the week with on and off snowfalls right through to Sunday.

Niseko Snow Report 23rd march 2009

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Recent shower activity has given way to snowy conditions at around 6:30 this morning and should continue through the day. This latest storm cycle and gusting winds may see some lifts closed up top today.Visibility is variable and wind chill should see temperatures down to around minus 22 up top with a maximum temperature of minus 2 degrees at the base.

Hanazono Niseko Snow Report 21/3/09 Mandarin

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Generally light to moderate winds this week. Conditions this week may warm up a little at first before the next snow storm cycle delivers some cooler temps and good on and off snow falls for the week....

Niseko Snow Report 21st march 2009

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Generally light to moderate winds this week. Conditions this week may warm up a little at first before the next snow storm cycle delivers some cooler temps and good on and off snow falls for the week....

Niseko Snow Report 200309

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The fog has lifted today making for good visibility.  A partly sunny morning is expected. So get out and enjoy some sensational groomed spring runs or hit up the Stomping Ground Terrain Park. Winds around 20km/hr should see most lifts spinning. Access to all runs is available and all are open. Wind chill should see temperatures down to around minus 21 up top by this afternoon with a maximum temperature of 0 degrees at the base.

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 19.03.09

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Mild temperatures felt today should hopefully drop by tonight which should see some snow about the resorts. Much like yesterday firm terrain will soften as the day continues. Conditions today should see most lifts spinning and the terrain Park open by mid morning. Wind speeds are around 20km/hr and reaching 35 at times. Wind chill should see temperatures down to around minus 4 up top with a maximum temperature of 5 degrees at the base. Visibility is variable.

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 18.03.09

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Yesterday saw the sun come out in the afternoon for great visibility.  Today should be a mostly cloudy day ahead with southerly winds around 30km/hr and getting stronger up top. Temperatures cooled last night firming the snow pack and  all runs are open with plenty of snow around the mountain.

ニセコ-Hanazonoパウダー体験

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Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 17.03.09

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All runs are open with plenty of snow around the mountain.  Most lifts should be operating and the Terrain Parks open by mid morning. Wind chill should see temperatures down to around minus 9 up top with a maximum temperature of 1 degree at the base. Visibility is variable.  Going back country, have required safety gear and understand the inherent dangers. For updates and gate status check with patrol and lift stations.

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 14.03.09

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Heavy snow followed by milder temps has the terrain a little wet this morning. Temps will drop this arfernoon which should see some snow fall through to tonight and tomorrow.

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 13.03.09

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Winds in Niseko are around 20 to 30km/hr and we should see most lifts spinning. Some lifts are closed in March however access to the runs are still available through other lifts. Wind chill should see temperatures down to around minus 11 up top with a maximum temperature of 1 degree at the base. Visibility is variable. Access to back country has not been open. For updates and gate status check with patrol and lift stations. Have required safety gear and understand the inherent dangers out there.

HANO SLOPESTYLE PRO #4 – PRESENTED BY QUIKSILVER

HANAZONO STOMPING GROUND, NISEKO, JAPAN
¥200,000 PRIZE MONEY UP FOR GRABS
MARCH14th 2009

EVENT SCHEDULE
Entries close at 4pm Friday 13th March.

NOTE:- a maximum of 60 men SB + 60 women SB, Skiers and Grommet’s will be taken, so please be quick to enter to avoid disappointment.

Saturday
March 14th. 7:45am 9:00am Registration & Bib distribution- Hanazono Restaurant
9:00am 9:15am Park/ Course Inspection (Side slipping only, no fast riding)
Warm-up 9:15am 9:55am Park/ Course Open for Training (Speed/ Landing Checks etc.)
10:00am Riders Meeting (Riders Area, bottom of Hanazono Stomping Ground)

QUALIFYING 10:30am – 11:30am Heat # 1 (Womens SB + All Skiers)
11:40am Heat #1 Qualifying Results Posted at Riders Area
11:40am – 12:40pm Heat # 2 (Mens SB)
12:50am Heat #2 Qualifying Results Posted at Riders Area
12:50pm – 1:20pm Park/ Course Open for Training (Speed/ Landing Checks etc.- Final
Qualifiers Only)

FINALS 1:30pm – 1:40pm Women SB Final- “1st Run”
1:42pm – 1:56pm Men’s SB Final- “1st Run”
1:58pm – 2:08pm Skiers Final- “1st Run”
2:15pm – 2:25pm Women SB Final- “2nd Run”
2:27pm – 2:41pm Men’s SB Final- “2nd Run”
2.43pm Skiers Final- “2nd Run”
4pm Presentations- Outside “Hanazono 308”

*Note – all times are subject to change according to competitor numbers, weather and course maintenance.

*Note – Riders area will be set up at the base of the park – please check this area for updates to event information.

LOCATIONS
Event registration FUSION Retail Store- Hirafu, Hanazono- Hanazono 308
Stomping Ground Event
Event presentation Hanazono 308 – Outside

DIVISIONS
Open Men Snowboard Grommet SB Boys ENTRY FEES 2,500 yen
Open Women Snowboard Grommet SB Girls
Open Skiers Grommet Skiers

FORMAT

* Riders will be split into 2 heats which will each run for 60 minutes
* Heat #1 Skiers & Female SB
* Heat #2 male Snowboard
* Top 6 Open Female SB & Top 4 Female Grommet SB + Top 6 Open Skiers & Top 4 Grommet Skiers
will advance to the Finals from Heat #1
* Top 10 Male Snowboarders & Top 4 Male SB Grommet’s will advance to the Finals from Heat #2
* Finals will consist of 2 judged runs with their best scored run only being taken for final placing
* Riders will be cleared to drop by the starter only.
* Lowest Bib number will drop first at start of heat. In the finals, start order for the 2nd run will be reversed.

PRIZE POOL Total Cash Pool of ¥200,000
Men’s Snowboard winner- ¥70,000
Women’s Snowboard winner- ¥60,000
Skiers winner- ¥70,000
Grommet (1994 or later) Boys / Girls- Quicksilver Products

ENTRY
Download Adult Entry Form
Download Junior Entry Form
Fusion @ Hirafu
NISS Desk @ Hanazono 308
NHR Office – Phone 0136 21 6655 Fax 0136 21 66 57
events@harmonyresorts.com

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 12.03.09

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First tracks will be amazing this morning. The last 24hrs has seen wintry conditions return once again.  The resorts have been blanketed in powder snow overnight. Visibility will be variable with snow continuing in the morning and a  mostly cloudy day ahead.

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 11.03.09

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Scattered snow showers started to fall at around 11am yesterday becoming heavier overnight. Snow has covered the resort and there was around 15cms to wake up to here at the base with more falling up top. Temperatures were below zero overnight. Moderate westerly wind conditions may see some top lifts closed. Wind chill should see temperatures down to around minus 23 up top with a maximum temperature of -4 degrees at the base.

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 10.03.09

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Yesterday was a partly cloudy day and we had some snow about the peak overnight. Generally light winds this morning should see most lifts spinning with winds are likely to increase this afternoon. Freezing level is at 400 metres and should drop to 0 by this afternoon. Wind chill should see temperatures down to around minus 16 up top with a maximum temperature of 1 degree at the base.

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 09.03.09

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Strong winds over the weekend have eased off and it should be a great day of skiing and boarding. The terrain is compact on groomed runs and wind swept in some areas. The Terrain Park is in top condition with competitors practising for Saturday's Hanazono Slope Style no 4. presented by Quiksilver. All runs and lifts are expected to be up and running. Wind chill should see temperatures down to around minus 11 up top with a maximum temperature of 2 degrees at the base. Visibility is variable.

Niseko Hanazono TV : Wild Bills restaurant review

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Samara Tanton samples some of the amazing Tex Mex food & cocktails at the famous Wild Bills restaurant in Niseko Japan...

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 07.03.09

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The first week of spring has seen all types of conditions. Powder snow to start, sun with shower periods yesterday giving way to cooler temperatures and snow this morning. Strong westerly wind conditions across all resorts may see some lifts close today however reopening as wind speeds ease off through the week. Visibility is variable, sun tomorrow with low cloud and snow to follow. Going back country, have required safety gear and understand the inherent dangers. For updates and gate status check at lift stations and seek patrols advice.