Higashidateyama Ski Area vs Kumanoyu Ski Area

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

StatHigashidateyama Ski AreaKumanoyu Ski Area
Vertical drop1,430 ft (436 m)892 ft (272 m)
Summit elevation6,512 ft6,404 ft
Base elevation5,085 ft5,512 ft
Lifts15
Runs1917
Beginner terrain75%29%
Intermediate terrain19%35%
Expert terrain6%36%
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Higashidateyama Ski Area has the bigger vertical (1,430 ft vs 892 ft); Higashidateyama Ski Area has more runs (19 vs 17); Kumanoyu Ski Area skews more expert (36% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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

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

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