Higashidateyama Ski Area vs Hoppo Bunadaira Ski Area

Higashidateyama Ski Area (Nagano Prefecture) and Hoppo Bunadaira Ski Area (Nagano Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatHigashidateyama Ski AreaHoppo Bunadaira Ski Area
Vertical drop1,430 ft (436 m)764 ft (233 m)
Summit elevation6,512 ft5,131 ft
Base elevation5,085 ft4,367 ft
Lifts11
Runs195
Beginner terrain75%50%
Intermediate terrain19%50%
Expert terrain6%0%
Night skiing--

Higashidateyama Ski Area has the bigger vertical (1,430 ft vs 764 ft); Higashidateyama Ski Area has more runs (19 vs 5); Higashidateyama Ski Area skews more expert (6% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Higashidateyama Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 days
Hoppo Bunadaira Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 days

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

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