Higashidateyama Ski Area vs Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort

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

StatHigashidateyama Ski AreaYamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,430 ft (436 m)2,851 ft (869 m)
Summit elevation6,512 ft5,449 ft
Base elevation5,085 ft2,598 ft
Lifts135
Runs1991
Beginner terrain75%75%
Intermediate terrain19%19%
Expert terrain6%6%
Night skiing--

Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,851 ft vs 1,430 ft); Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort has more runs (91 vs 19).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Higashidateyama Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 days
Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski ResortIkon Pass: 7 days

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

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