Akakura Onsen Ski Area vs Kagura Ski Resort

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

StatAkakura Onsen Ski AreaKagura Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,519 ft (463 m)1,690 ft (515 m)
Summit elevation3,770 ft6,030 ft
Base elevation2,247 ft4,337 ft
Lifts145
Runs2715
Beginner terrain67%27%
Intermediate terrain26%40%
Expert terrain7%33%
Night skiing--

Kagura Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,690 ft vs 1,519 ft); Akakura Onsen Ski Area has more runs (27 vs 15); Kagura Ski Resort skews more expert (33% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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