Gala Yuzawa vs Yuzawa Kogen Ski Resort

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

StatGala YuzawaYuzawa Kogen Ski Resort
Vertical drop2,694 ft (821 m)2,602 ft (793 m)
Summit elevation3,865 ft3,743 ft
Base elevation1,175 ft1,142 ft
Lifts117
Runs4813
Beginner terrain62%69%
Intermediate terrain31%23%
Expert terrain7%8%
Night skiing--

Gala Yuzawa has the bigger vertical (2,694 ft vs 2,602 ft); Gala Yuzawa has more runs (48 vs 13); Yuzawa Kogen Ski Resort skews more expert (8% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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