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Zao Onsen Live Webcams

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Check live conditions across Zao Onsen with 11 real-time webcams showing snow, weather, and lift operations. Updated every 10 minutes.

Uenodai Summit Snow Cam

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📍 Elevation: 1277m (4190ft)

Perched at the highest webcam point in Zao Onsen ski resort, this live cam provides spectacular panoramic views of the upper mountain terrain and, during winter, showcases the resort's famous "snow monsters" - the iconic ice-covered trees that make this resort unique.

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Central Area Snow Cam

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📍 Elevation: 864m (2835ft)

Located in the heart of the village, this Zao Onsen webcam provides a perfect view of the central base area and ongoing snow conditions. An ideal spot to check the resort's base activity and current weather.

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Sunrise Slope Snow Cam

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📍 Elevation: 864m (2835ft)

The Zao Onsen webcam at Sunrise Slope captures the early morning light as it hits the slopes, offering viewers a perfect perspective of daily snow conditions and grooming quality across this popular morning run.

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Yokokura Zone Snow Cam

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📍 Elevation: 855m (2805ft)

The Yokokura Zone webcam at Zao Onsen offers an excellent vantage point of this popular skiing area, giving visitors a real-time look at snow conditions and slope activity in the lower mountain region.

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Paradise Slope Snow Cam

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📍 Elevation: 1277m (4190ft)

Set high on the mountain, this Zao Onsen webcam overlooks the Paradise Slope, providing live views of the resort's premium terrain and often capturing the atmospheric juhyo snow monsters in their full glory.

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Uenodai Zone Snow Cam

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📍 Elevation: 934m (3064ft)

Positioned at the mid-mountain level, this Zao Onsen webcam captures the bustling Uenodai Zone, offering live views of the intermediate terrain and surrounding snow-covered landscape.

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Zao Gymnasium Parking Snow Cam

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📍 Elevation: 864m (2835ft)

This Zao Onsen webcam gives a clear view of the Gymnasium parking area, helping visitors monitor parking availability and current snow conditions at the base area.

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Central Ropeway No.1 Parking Lot Snow Cam

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📍 Elevation: 864m (2835ft)

For Central Ropeway No.1 Parking Lot (864m): Monitoring the main parking area at Zao Onsen ski resort, this live webcam helps visitors plan their arrival by showing real-time parking availability and base area conditions.

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Zao Ropeway Yokokura No.1 Parking Lot Snow Cam

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📍 Elevation: 864m (2835ft)

This Zao Onsen webcam provides a live view of the Yokokura parking area, perfect for checking morning parking availability and base area snow conditions.

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Omori Parking Lot Snow Cam

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📍 Elevation: 864m (2835ft)

The Zao Onsen webcam overlooking Omori parking lot offers visitors a real-time view of parking availability and current weather conditions at this convenient base area access point.

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Plan Your Zao Onsen Day Like a Pro

How to Read the Conditions

  • Morning: Check visibility from high-elevation cams before heading to upper mountain
  • Snow Quality: Look for fresh powder vs. groomed runs
  • Crowds: Monitor lift queues to time your arrival
  • Weather: Assess visibility for different mountain areas

Webcam Coverage

Elevation Range: 781m to 1661m

Update Frequency: Every 10 minutes

Coverage: 11 strategic locations

💡 Pro Tip: Check base area cams for crowd levels

High-elevation cams show best powder visibility at 1277m

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Zao Onsen Snow Cams FAQ - Live Webcam Information

How often do Zao Onsen snow cams update?

All Zao Onsen snow cams and webcams update every 10 minutes with fresh images showing current mountain conditions. This frequent update schedule ensures you have access to near real-time conditions for planning your ski day at Zao Onsen.

Which Zao Onsen webcam shows the best powder conditions?

The high-elevation webcams at 1,750m provide the clearest view of powder conditions and snowfall. These Zao Onsen webcams capture fresh snow accumulation and visibility better than base area cameras.

Can I see Zao Onsen lift queues on the webcams?

Yes! Multiple Zao Onsen snow cams specifically show lift queue areas and chairlift operations. These Zao Onsen webcams help you time your arrival and avoid peak queue periods.

When is the best time to check Zao Onsen snow cams?

Check Zao Onsen webcams early morning (7-8 AM) for overnight snowfall assessment, and mid-afternoon for current crowd levels and weather conditions. The live snow cams are most useful after storm events to assess fresh powder conditions.

How can I check current conditions before buying Zao Onsen lift tickets?

Use our Zao Onsen webcams alongside the live snow report to assess conditions before purchasing lift tickets. The webcams show real-time visibility, snow quality, and operational status.

Do Zao Onsen webcams work on mobile devices?

Yes! All Zao Onsen snow cams and webcams are optimized for mobile viewing. You can check live conditions from anywhere using your smartphone or tablet, perfect for on-the-go mountain intelligence.

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Live Mountain Stats

Webcam Coverage

11 Live Snow Cams

Updated every 10 minutes

Elevation Range

Base

781m

Summit

1661m

Annual Snowfall

12m

Current Season

2025-2026

12/5/2025 - 3/29/2026