Hanagasa Kogen Ski Rsort vs Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort

Hanagasa Kogen Ski Rsort (Yamagata Prefecture) and Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort (Yamagata Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatHanagasa Kogen Ski RsortYamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort
Vertical drop486 ft (148 m)2,851 ft (869 m)
Summit elevation1,480 ft5,449 ft
Base elevation994 ft2,598 ft
Lifts235
Runs591
Beginner terrain33%75%
Intermediate terrain33%19%
Expert terrain34%6%
Night skiing--

Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,851 ft vs 486 ft); Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort has more runs (91 vs 5); Hanagasa Kogen Ski Rsort skews more expert (34% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Hanagasa Kogen Ski RsortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski ResortIkon Pass: 7 days

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