Higashidateyama Ski Area vs Shirakaba 2in1 Ski Resort

Higashidateyama Ski Area (Nagano Prefecture) and Shirakaba 2in1 Ski Resort (Nagano Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatHigashidateyama Ski AreaShirakaba 2in1 Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,430 ft (436 m)863 ft (263 m)
Summit elevation6,512 ft6,004 ft
Base elevation5,085 ft5,141 ft
Lifts15
Runs1914
Beginner terrain75%31%
Intermediate terrain19%31%
Expert terrain6%38%
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Higashidateyama Ski Area has the bigger vertical (1,430 ft vs 863 ft); Higashidateyama Ski Area has more runs (19 vs 14); Shirakaba 2in1 Ski Resort skews more expert (38% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Higashidateyama Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 days
Shirakaba 2in1 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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