Giant Ski Area vs Yakebitaiyama Ski Resort

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

StatGiant Ski AreaYakebitaiyama Ski Resort
Vertical drop853 ft (260 m)1,476 ft (450 m)
Summit elevation5,236 ft6,555 ft
Base elevation4,383 ft5,079 ft
Lifts35
Runs422
Beginner terrain75%32%
Intermediate terrain0%50%
Expert terrain25%18%
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Yakebitaiyama Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,476 ft vs 853 ft); Yakebitaiyama Ski Resort has more runs (22 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
Yakebitaiyama Ski ResortIkon Pass: 7 days

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

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