Akakura Onsen Ski Area vs Naeba Ski Resort

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

StatAkakura Onsen Ski AreaNaeba Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,519 ft (463 m)2,963 ft (903 m)
Summit elevation3,770 ft5,856 ft
Base elevation2,247 ft2,894 ft
Lifts1414
Runs2729
Beginner terrain67%38%
Intermediate terrain26%34%
Expert terrain7%28%
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Naeba Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,963 ft vs 1,519 ft); Naeba Ski Resort has more runs (29 vs 27); Naeba Ski Resort skews more expert (28% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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