Just when you think you've seen it all in Japan you uncover a place like Nozawa. Sickest little traditional onsen town with a true Japanese feel totally unwesternized with an awesome mountain to boot. Also spent some time at Shigakogen which is the largest resort in Japan. Found some of the steepest terrain in Japan with easy the biggest cliffs you can drop off.The Nagano area really delivers.

Well organised two week stay at Mt. Zao for a week and Appi kogen for the other week. Couldnt really catch a break with the weather at Zao which was a shame as it looks like it has an abundance of good terrain up top. Still found a bunch of mini pillows to shred down below. Appi on the other hand delivered the goods, At least four days of blue skies in the week with plenty of fresh snow too. Found some sweet terrain up top and were well looked after at The Appi Grand Hotel. Pimiping 5 star accom all sorted by Shinji. Thanks buddy