Giant Ski Area vs Kaida Kōgen MIA Ski Resort

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

StatGiant Ski AreaKaida Kōgen MIA Ski Resort
Vertical drop853 ft (260 m)1,847 ft (563 m)
Summit elevation5,236 ft6,959 ft
Base elevation4,383 ft5,112 ft
Lifts33
Runs45
Beginner terrain75%40%
Intermediate terrain0%60%
Expert terrain25%0%
Night skiing--

Kaida Kōgen MIA Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,847 ft vs 853 ft); Kaida Kōgen MIA Ski Resort has more runs (5 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
Kaida Kōgen MIA 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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