Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort vs Shirakaba Highland International Ski Resort

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

StatHakuba Norikura Onsen Ski ResortShirakaba Highland International Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,539 ft (469 m)876 ft (267 m)
Summit elevation4,193 ft5,988 ft
Base elevation2,654 ft5,112 ft
Lifts94
Runs1913
Beginner terrain37%69%
Intermediate terrain47%15%
Expert terrain16%16%
Night skiing--

Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,539 ft vs 876 ft); Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort has more runs (19 vs 13).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Shirakaba Highland International 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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