Gala Yuzawa vs Naeba Ski Resort

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

StatGala YuzawaNaeba Ski Resort
Vertical drop2,694 ft (821 m)2,963 ft (903 m)
Summit elevation3,865 ft5,856 ft
Base elevation1,175 ft2,894 ft
Lifts1114
Runs4829
Beginner terrain62%38%
Intermediate terrain31%34%
Expert terrain7%28%
Night skiing--

Naeba Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,963 ft vs 2,694 ft); Gala Yuzawa has more runs (48 vs 29); Naeba Ski Resort skews more expert (28% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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