Akakura Onsen Ski Area vs Kandatsu Snow Resort

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

StatAkakura Onsen Ski AreaKandatsu Snow Resort
Vertical drop1,519 ft (463 m)1,644 ft (501 m)
Summit elevation3,770 ft3,179 ft
Base elevation2,247 ft1,539 ft
Lifts146
Runs2719
Beginner terrain67%37%
Intermediate terrain26%26%
Expert terrain7%37%
Night skiing--

Kandatsu Snow Resort has the bigger vertical (1,644 ft vs 1,519 ft); Akakura Onsen Ski Area has more runs (27 vs 19); Kandatsu Snow Resort skews more expert (37% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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