Akakura Onsen Ski Area vs Tainai Ski & Snowboard Area

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

StatAkakura Onsen Ski AreaTainai Ski & Snowboard Area
Vertical drop1,519 ft (463 m)1,827 ft (557 m)
Summit elevation3,770 ft2,306 ft
Base elevation2,247 ft482 ft
Lifts149
Runs2713
Beginner terrain67%33%
Intermediate terrain26%50%
Expert terrain7%17%
Night skiing--

Tainai Ski & Snowboard Area has the bigger vertical (1,827 ft vs 1,519 ft); Akakura Onsen Ski Area has more runs (27 vs 13); Tainai Ski & Snowboard Area skews more expert (17% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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

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