Charmant Hiuchi Snow Resort vs Iwappara Ski Resort

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

StatCharmant Hiuchi Snow ResortIwappara Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,611 ft (491 m)1,929 ft (588 m)
Summit elevation3,310 ft3,228 ft
Base elevation1,699 ft1,299 ft
Lifts37
Runs1116
Beginner terrain36%53%
Intermediate terrain55%33%
Expert terrain9%14%
Night skiing--

Iwappara Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,929 ft vs 1,611 ft); Iwappara Ski Resort has more runs (16 vs 11); Iwappara Ski Resort skews more expert (14% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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

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