Giant Ski Area vs Nomugitōge Ski Resort

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

StatGiant Ski AreaNomugitōge Ski Resort
Vertical drop853 ft (260 m)2,231 ft (680 m)
Summit elevation5,236 ft6,936 ft
Base elevation4,383 ft4,705 ft
Lifts34
Runs411
Beginner terrain75%27%
Intermediate terrain0%64%
Expert terrain25%9%
Night skiing--

Nomugitōge Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,231 ft vs 853 ft); Nomugitōge Ski Resort has more runs (11 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
Nomugitōge 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 →

Stay near Giant Ski Area

Lodging near the base fills up first during peak weeks. Search stays near Giant Ski Area

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