Giant Ski Area vs Terakoya Ski Area

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

StatGiant Ski AreaTerakoya Ski Area
Vertical drop853 ft (260 m)499 ft (152 m)
Summit elevation5,236 ft6,759 ft
Base elevation4,383 ft6,260 ft
Lifts32
Runs46
Beginner terrain75%50%
Intermediate terrain0%50%
Expert terrain25%0%
Night skiing--

Giant Ski Area has the bigger vertical (853 ft vs 499 ft); Terakoya Ski Area has more runs (6 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
Terakoya Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 days

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

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