Furano Ski Resort vs Sapporo Bankei Ski Area
Furano Ski Resort (Hokkaido Prefecture) and Sapporo Bankei Ski Area (Hokkaido Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Furano Ski Resort | Sapporo Bankei Ski Area |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 2,720 ft (829 m) | 794 ft (242 m) |
| Summit elevation | 3,491 ft | 1,427 ft |
| Base elevation | 771 ft | 633 ft |
| Lifts | 10 | 6 |
| Runs | 56 | 30 |
| Beginner terrain | 58% | 56% |
| Intermediate terrain | 38% | 24% |
| Expert terrain | 4% | 20% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Furano Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,720 ft vs 794 ft); Furano Ski Resort has more runs (56 vs 30); Sapporo Bankei Ski Area skews more expert (20% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Furano Ski Resort | Ikon Pass: 7 days |
| Sapporo Bankei Ski Area | Not 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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