Blanche-Takayama Ski Resort vs Giant Ski Area

Blanche-Takayama Ski Resort (Nagano Prefecture) and Giant Ski Area (Nagano Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatBlanche-Takayama Ski ResortGiant Ski Area
Vertical drop1,401 ft (427 m)853 ft (260 m)
Summit elevation5,902 ft5,236 ft
Base elevation4,501 ft4,383 ft
Lifts63
Runs134
Beginner terrain46%75%
Intermediate terrain31%0%
Expert terrain23%25%
Night skiing--

Blanche-Takayama Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,401 ft vs 853 ft); Blanche-Takayama Ski Resort has more runs (13 vs 4); Giant Ski Area skews more expert (25% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Blanche-Takayama Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Giant Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 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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