Gala Yuzawa vs Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort
Gala Yuzawa (Niigata Prefecture) and Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort (Niigata Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Gala Yuzawa | Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort |
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| Vertical drop | 2,694 ft (821 m) | 2,343 ft (714 m) |
| Summit elevation | 3,865 ft | 3,054 ft |
| Base elevation | 1,175 ft | 712 ft |
| Lifts | 11 | 19 |
| Runs | 48 | 41 |
| Beginner terrain | 62% | 41% |
| Intermediate terrain | 31% | 54% |
| Expert terrain | 7% | 5% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Gala Yuzawa has the bigger vertical (2,694 ft vs 2,343 ft); Gala Yuzawa has more runs (48 vs 41); Gala Yuzawa skews more expert (7% expert terrain).
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