Akakura Onsen Ski Area vs Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort

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

StatAkakura Onsen Ski AreaIshiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,519 ft (463 m)2,159 ft (658 m)
Summit elevation3,770 ft3,005 ft
Base elevation2,247 ft846 ft
Lifts1414
Runs2741
Beginner terrain67%47%
Intermediate terrain26%31%
Expert terrain7%22%
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Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,159 ft vs 1,519 ft); Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort has more runs (41 vs 27); Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort skews more expert (22% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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

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