Akakura Onsen Ski Area vs Budoh Ski Resort

Akakura Onsen Ski Area (Niigata Prefecture) and Budoh Ski Resort (Niigata Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatAkakura Onsen Ski AreaBudoh Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,519 ft (463 m)1,654 ft (504 m)
Summit elevation3,770 ft2,156 ft
Base elevation2,247 ft502 ft
Lifts142
Runs275
Beginner terrain67%20%
Intermediate terrain26%20%
Expert terrain7%60%
Night skiing--

Budoh Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,654 ft vs 1,519 ft); Akakura Onsen Ski Area has more runs (27 vs 5); Budoh Ski Resort skews more expert (60% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Akakura Onsen Ski AreaNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Budoh Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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