Ichinose Yamanokami Ski Area vs Shirakabako Royal Hill

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

StatIchinose Yamanokami Ski AreaShirakabako Royal Hill
Vertical drop161 ft (49 m)869 ft (265 m)
Summit elevation5,597 ft5,620 ft
Base elevation5,436 ft4,751 ft
Lifts13
Runs19
Beginner terrain0%33%
Intermediate terrain100%44%
Expert terrain0%23%
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Shirakabako Royal Hill has the bigger vertical (869 ft vs 161 ft); Shirakabako Royal Hill has more runs (9 vs 1); Shirakabako Royal Hill skews more expert (23% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Ichinose Yamanokami 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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