Higashidateyama Ski Area vs Jigatake Ski Resort

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

StatHigashidateyama Ski AreaJigatake Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,430 ft (436 m)846 ft (258 m)
Summit elevation6,512 ft3,865 ft
Base elevation5,085 ft3,015 ft
Lifts15
Runs1911
Beginner terrain75%73%
Intermediate terrain19%27%
Expert terrain6%0%
Night skiing--

Higashidateyama Ski Area has the bigger vertical (1,430 ft vs 846 ft); Higashidateyama Ski Area has more runs (19 vs 11); Higashidateyama Ski Area skews more expert (6% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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