Blanche-Takayama Ski Resort vs Shirakaba Highland International Ski Resort

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

StatBlanche-Takayama Ski ResortShirakaba Highland International Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,401 ft (427 m)876 ft (267 m)
Summit elevation5,902 ft5,988 ft
Base elevation4,501 ft5,112 ft
Lifts64
Runs1313
Beginner terrain46%69%
Intermediate terrain31%15%
Expert terrain23%16%
Night skiing--

Blanche-Takayama Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,401 ft vs 876 ft); 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
Shirakaba Highland International 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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