Akakura Onsen Ski Area vs Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort

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

StatAkakura Onsen Ski AreaJoetsu Kokusai Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,519 ft (463 m)2,343 ft (714 m)
Summit elevation3,770 ft3,054 ft
Base elevation2,247 ft712 ft
Lifts1419
Runs2741
Beginner terrain67%41%
Intermediate terrain26%54%
Expert terrain7%5%
Night skiing--

Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,343 ft vs 1,519 ft); Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort has more runs (41 vs 27); Akakura Onsen Ski Area skews more expert (7% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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