Budoh Ski Resort vs Iwappara Ski Resort

Budoh Ski Resort (Niigata Prefecture) and Iwappara Ski Resort (Niigata Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatBudoh Ski ResortIwappara Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,654 ft (504 m)1,929 ft (588 m)
Summit elevation2,156 ft3,228 ft
Base elevation502 ft1,299 ft
Lifts27
Runs516
Beginner terrain20%53%
Intermediate terrain20%33%
Expert terrain60%14%
Night skiing--

Iwappara Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,929 ft vs 1,654 ft); Iwappara Ski Resort has more runs (16 vs 5); Budoh Ski Resort skews more expert (60% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Budoh Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Iwappara 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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