Akakura Onsen Ski Area vs Charmant Hiuchi Snow Resort

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

StatAkakura Onsen Ski AreaCharmant Hiuchi Snow Resort
Vertical drop1,519 ft (463 m)1,611 ft (491 m)
Summit elevation3,770 ft3,310 ft
Base elevation2,247 ft1,699 ft
Lifts143
Runs2711
Beginner terrain67%36%
Intermediate terrain26%55%
Expert terrain7%9%
Night skiing--

Charmant Hiuchi Snow Resort has the bigger vertical (1,611 ft vs 1,519 ft); Akakura Onsen Ski Area has more runs (27 vs 11); Charmant Hiuchi Snow Resort skews more expert (9% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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

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