Akakura Onsen Ski Area vs Iwappara Ski Resort

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

StatAkakura Onsen Ski AreaIwappara Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,519 ft (463 m)1,929 ft (588 m)
Summit elevation3,770 ft3,228 ft
Base elevation2,247 ft1,299 ft
Lifts147
Runs2716
Beginner terrain67%53%
Intermediate terrain26%33%
Expert terrain7%14%
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Iwappara Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,929 ft vs 1,519 ft); Akakura Onsen Ski Area has more runs (27 vs 16); Iwappara Ski Resort skews more expert (14% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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