Higashidateyama Ski Area vs Yachiho Kōgen Ski Resort

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

StatHigashidateyama Ski AreaYachiho Kōgen Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,430 ft (436 m)617 ft (188 m)
Summit elevation6,512 ft6,007 ft
Base elevation5,085 ft5,390 ft
Lifts14
Runs197
Beginner terrain75%43%
Intermediate terrain19%29%
Expert terrain6%28%
Night skiing--

Higashidateyama Ski Area has the bigger vertical (1,430 ft vs 617 ft); Higashidateyama Ski Area has more runs (19 vs 7); Yachiho Kōgen Ski Resort skews more expert (28% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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