Gala Yuzawa vs Maiko Snow Resort

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

StatGala YuzawaMaiko Snow Resort
Vertical drop2,694 ft (821 m)2,142 ft (653 m)
Summit elevation3,865 ft2,989 ft
Base elevation1,175 ft846 ft
Lifts1110
Runs4826
Beginner terrain62%50%
Intermediate terrain31%35%
Expert terrain7%15%
Night skiing--

Gala Yuzawa has the bigger vertical (2,694 ft vs 2,142 ft); Gala Yuzawa has more runs (48 vs 26); Maiko Snow Resort skews more expert (15% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Gala YuzawaNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Maiko Snow ResortIndy Pass: 2 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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