Higashidateyama Ski Area vs Kaida Kōgen MIA Ski Resort

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

StatHigashidateyama Ski AreaKaida Kōgen MIA Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,430 ft (436 m)1,847 ft (563 m)
Summit elevation6,512 ft6,959 ft
Base elevation5,085 ft5,112 ft
Lifts13
Runs195
Beginner terrain75%40%
Intermediate terrain19%60%
Expert terrain6%0%
Night skiing--

Kaida Kōgen MIA Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,847 ft vs 1,430 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
Kaida Kōgen MIA 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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