Richies at Myoko

03/06/2026

Reports like this are making my outside work very interesting

22/05/2026

For those of us that wonder about the speed of the Shinkansens

Japan’s fastest Shinkansen ranked by maximum operational speed. From the 320 km/h Hayabusa to the Hokuriku line’s Kagayaki and Hakutaka, here’s how the top services compare in 2025. 🚄🇯🇵

09/05/2026

Richie's at Myoko | Golf Season is Here

Richie's is now opening its doors for golfing holidays.
Myoko is best known for its winters, but summer and autumn bring a completely different kind of magic. The fairways open up, the mountain air stays fresh and the whole region slows down in the best possible way. Late May through to early November is the window , with September and October standing out for the autumn colour alone.

A few easy rounds in scenery like that has a way of turning into a pretty memorable trip.

Keep an eye out for more details to come.

04/05/2026

If you’ve wondered

04/05/2026

28/04/2026

Breakfast at Tiffany's is overrated. Breakfast at Richie's is where the real stories start and no little black dress required!

26/04/2026

Not quite golf season in Myoko yet. But it is coming.

The fairways were still under snow when we headed back to Australia, but from late May, Myoko finds a completely different rhythm in the warmer months. It is greener, quieter, and a lot easier to enjoy at a slower pace.

It's worth thinking about a golf trip back to the area.

📍Myoko Sunshine Golf Club

25/04/2026

GUEST PHOTO

This is Dee with one of our guests, Kristy Coote. It was one of those days where the snow was good, the pace felt easy and nobody really wanted it to end.

Thanks for sharing the photo with us Kristy!

📍 Richie’s at Myoko — Myoko Kogen, Japan

15/04/2026

Can’t say anymore

Here are the top 10 countries with the most snowfall:

1. 🇯🇵 Japan
* Snowfall: Extremely high (world leader in populated areas)
* Reason: Cold Siberian winds + mountains
* Notable: Aomori City (snowiest city)

2. 🇨🇦 Canada
* Snowfall: Very heavy, long winters
* Regions: Quebec, Newfoundland, British Columbia

3. 🇷🇺 Russia
* Snowfall: Huge amounts across Siberia
* Note: Extreme cold + vast land area

4. 🇺🇸 United States
* Snowfall: Heavy in some regions
* Regions: Alaska, Great Lakes, Rockies

5. 🇳🇴 Norway
* Snowfall: High in mountains and north
* Climate: Arctic + coastal snowstorms

6. 🇨🇭 Switzerland
* Snowfall: Heavy in Alps
* Known for: Ski resorts and glaciers

7. 🇦🇹 Austria
* Snowfall: High in Alpine regions
* Popular for winter tourism

8. 🇫🇮 Finland
* Snowfall: Moderate to heavy
* Long snowy winters, especially in Lapland

9. 🇸🇪 Sweden
* Snowfall: High in northern areas
* Cold climate with long snow season

10. 🇮🇸 Iceland
* Snowfall: Frequent snowstorms
* Weather: Windy, unpredictable snow

👉 Summary:
* Japan = heaviest snowfall in cities
* Canada & Russia = largest snowy regions
* Europe (Alps & Nordics) = consistent winter snow

09/04/2026

GUEST PHOTO!

One of the nicest parts of lodge life is seeing our guests come back from the slopes with smiles like this. After a full day out in the snow, I do not think you could ask for a better sign of a day well spent.