Blanche-Takayama Ski Resort vs Madarao Kōgen Ski Resort

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

StatBlanche-Takayama Ski ResortMadarao Kōgen Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,401 ft (427 m)1,381 ft (421 m)
Summit elevation5,902 ft4,393 ft
Base elevation4,501 ft3,012 ft
Lifts69
Runs1336
Beginner terrain46%39%
Intermediate terrain31%42%
Expert terrain23%19%
Night skiing--

Blanche-Takayama Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,401 ft vs 1,381 ft); Madarao Kōgen Ski Resort has more runs (36 vs 13); Blanche-Takayama Ski Resort skews more expert (23% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Blanche-Takayama Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Madarao Kōgen 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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