Akakura Onsen Ski Area vs Muikamachi Hakkaisan Ski Resort

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

StatAkakura Onsen Ski AreaMuikamachi Hakkaisan Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,519 ft (463 m)2,657 ft (810 m)
Summit elevation3,770 ft3,832 ft
Base elevation2,247 ft1,175 ft
Lifts144
Runs2713
Beginner terrain67%54%
Intermediate terrain26%31%
Expert terrain7%15%
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Muikamachi Hakkaisan Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,657 ft vs 1,519 ft); Akakura Onsen Ski Area has more runs (27 vs 13); Muikamachi Hakkaisan Ski 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
Muikamachi Hakkaisan Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

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