Gala Yuzawa vs Yuzawa Nakazato Snow Resort

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

StatGala YuzawaYuzawa Nakazato Snow Resort
Vertical drop2,694 ft (821 m)764 ft (233 m)
Summit elevation3,865 ft2,290 ft
Base elevation1,175 ft1,522 ft
Lifts1110
Runs4811
Beginner terrain62%73%
Intermediate terrain31%27%
Expert terrain7%0%
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Gala Yuzawa has the bigger vertical (2,694 ft vs 764 ft); Gala Yuzawa has more runs (48 vs 11); Gala Yuzawa skews more expert (7% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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