Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort vs Shirakabako Royal Hill

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

StatHakuba Norikura Onsen Ski ResortShirakabako Royal Hill
Vertical drop1,539 ft (469 m)869 ft (265 m)
Summit elevation4,193 ft5,620 ft
Base elevation2,654 ft4,751 ft
Lifts93
Runs199
Beginner terrain37%33%
Intermediate terrain47%44%
Expert terrain16%23%
Night skiing--

Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,539 ft vs 869 ft); Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort has more runs (19 vs 9); Shirakabako Royal Hill skews more expert (23% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Shirakabako Royal HillNot 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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