Budoh Ski Resort vs Lotte Arai Resort

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

StatBudoh Ski ResortLotte Arai Resort
Vertical drop1,654 ft (504 m)2,982 ft (909 m)
Summit elevation2,156 ft4,193 ft
Base elevation502 ft1,211 ft
Lifts25
Runs512
Beginner terrain20%50%
Intermediate terrain20%42%
Expert terrain60%8%
Night skiing--

Lotte Arai Resort has the bigger vertical (2,982 ft vs 1,654 ft); Lotte Arai Resort has more runs (12 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
Lotte Arai ResortIkon 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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