Higashidateyama Ski Area vs Shirakabako Royal Hill

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

StatHigashidateyama Ski AreaShirakabako Royal Hill
Vertical drop1,430 ft (436 m)869 ft (265 m)
Summit elevation6,512 ft5,620 ft
Base elevation5,085 ft4,751 ft
Lifts13
Runs199
Beginner terrain75%33%
Intermediate terrain19%44%
Expert terrain6%23%
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Higashidateyama Ski Area has the bigger vertical (1,430 ft vs 869 ft); Higashidateyama Ski Area has more runs (19 vs 9); Shirakabako Royal Hill skews more expert (23% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Higashidateyama Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 days
Shirakabako Royal HillNot 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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