Swatch Nines Snow 2026 - a landmark first
Swatch Nines for 2026 has officially carved its mark in the snow, launching the first chapter of its exciting three-part sports series built around progression, with a historic debut in Asia.
Held between 6 and 11 April, in Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU, one of Japan’s largest and most diverse ski resorts, the event will be remembered as one of the standout editions.
Event highlights
Sitskier Jay Rawe (SKI, USA), who stomped a never-been-done flair on the quarterpipe.
Kaishu and Ayumu Hirano (SNB, JPN), Takeru Otsuka (SNB, JPN), Miyabi Onitsuka (SNB, JPN), Hiroto Ogiwara (SNB, JPN) and others lighting up the course with a blend of technicality and effortless style.
Max Moffatt (SKI, CAN), Elena Gaskell (SKI, CAN) and Jesper Tjäder (SKI, SWE) unlocking creative lines and delivering clean hits throughout the sessions.
Huge triple corks on the jump from Hiroto Ogiwara (SNB, JPN), Dylan Deschamps (SKI, CAN) and Lucas Ball (SKI, NZL).
Kaishu Hirano (SNB, JPN) sending a gorgeous McTwist Method on his signature quarterpipe feature.
Genre-bending trampoline stuntsmanship from Jesper Tjäder (SKI, SWE) and Lane Weaver (SNB, CAN).
Elena Gaskell (SKI, CAN) serving up a 1080 Mute and Cool Wakushima (SNB, NZL) landing a Back 900 Mute on the main jump.
Swatch Proteam athletes leading the charge
Top riders hit Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU’s legendary powder, showcasing groundbreaking creativity on a course shaped by the participants themselves.
Kickin’ it Kaishu style
Save the date for more Swatch Nines action
The action keeps rolling with Swatch Nines Bike in Sölden this June and Swatch Nines Surf in Waco this October.
Swatch Nines Bike
15 - 20 June 2026, Sölden, Austria | Public days: June 18 & 20, 2026
Swatch Nines Surf & Skate
8- 10 October 2026, Waco, Texas | Public day: October 10, 2026