Giant Ski Area vs Higashidateyama Ski Area

Giant Ski Area (Nagano Prefecture) and Higashidateyama Ski Area (Nagano Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatGiant Ski AreaHigashidateyama Ski Area
Vertical drop853 ft (260 m)1,430 ft (436 m)
Summit elevation5,236 ft6,512 ft
Base elevation4,383 ft5,085 ft
Lifts31
Runs419
Beginner terrain75%75%
Intermediate terrain0%19%
Expert terrain25%6%
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Higashidateyama Ski Area has the bigger vertical (1,430 ft vs 853 ft); Higashidateyama Ski Area has more runs (19 vs 4); Giant Ski Area skews more expert (25% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Giant Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 days
Higashidateyama Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 days

One pass covers both: Ikon Pass. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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