Akakura Onsen Ski Area vs Maiko Snow Resort

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

StatAkakura Onsen Ski AreaMaiko Snow Resort
Vertical drop1,519 ft (463 m)2,142 ft (653 m)
Summit elevation3,770 ft2,989 ft
Base elevation2,247 ft846 ft
Lifts1410
Runs2726
Beginner terrain67%50%
Intermediate terrain26%35%
Expert terrain7%15%
Night skiing--

Maiko Snow Resort has the bigger vertical (2,142 ft vs 1,519 ft); Akakura Onsen Ski Area has more runs (27 vs 26); Maiko Snow Resort skews more expert (15% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Akakura Onsen Ski AreaNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Maiko Snow ResortIndy Pass: 2 days

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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