Norikura ended its 2025-2026 winter season on 29 March 2026. The resort had planned to stay open until 5 April, but higher-than-expected temperatures and fast snowmelt led to an early close.
Hakuba Norikura is a lower resort, so its snow can melt quickly in a warm spring. For the best snow here, plan your trip between January and early March.
Source: Hakuba Norikura Onsen official website. Translated and summarised by Japow Guides.
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Hakuba Norikura opened for the 2025-2026 season on 13 December 2025. It shares a 28-course common ticket with the next-door Hakuba Cortina.
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