Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort vs Kumanoyu Ski Area

Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort (Nagano Prefecture) and Kumanoyu Ski Area (Nagano Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatHakuba Norikura Onsen Ski ResortKumanoyu Ski Area
Vertical drop1,539 ft (469 m)892 ft (272 m)
Summit elevation4,193 ft6,404 ft
Base elevation2,654 ft5,512 ft
Lifts95
Runs1917
Beginner terrain37%29%
Intermediate terrain47%35%
Expert terrain16%36%
Night skiing--

Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,539 ft vs 892 ft); Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort has more runs (19 vs 17); Kumanoyu Ski Area skews more expert (36% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Kumanoyu Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 days

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