Gala Yuzawa vs Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort

Gala Yuzawa (Niigata Prefecture) and Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort (Niigata Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatGala YuzawaIshiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort
Vertical drop2,694 ft (821 m)2,159 ft (658 m)
Summit elevation3,865 ft3,005 ft
Base elevation1,175 ft846 ft
Lifts1114
Runs4841
Beginner terrain62%47%
Intermediate terrain31%31%
Expert terrain7%22%
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Gala Yuzawa has the bigger vertical (2,694 ft vs 2,159 ft); Gala Yuzawa has more runs (48 vs 41); Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort skews more expert (22% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Gala YuzawaNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Ishiuchi Maruyama 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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