Giant Ski Area vs Ichinose Diamond Ski Area

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

StatGiant Ski AreaIchinose Diamond Ski Area
Vertical drop853 ft (260 m)338 ft (103 m)
Summit elevation5,236 ft5,610 ft
Base elevation4,383 ft5,272 ft
Lifts32
Runs44
Beginner terrain75%33%
Intermediate terrain0%67%
Expert terrain25%0%
Night skiing--

Giant Ski Area has the bigger vertical (853 ft vs 338 ft); Giant Ski Area skews more expert (25% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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

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

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