Ikenotaira Onsen ALPEN BLICK Ski Resort vs Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort
Ikenotaira Onsen ALPEN BLICK Ski Resort (Niigata Prefecture) and Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort (Niigata Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Ikenotaira Onsen ALPEN BLICK Ski Resort | Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 2,126 ft (648 m) | 2,343 ft (714 m) |
| Summit elevation | 4,619 ft | 3,054 ft |
| Base elevation | 2,493 ft | 712 ft |
| Lifts | 6 | 19 |
| Runs | 18 | 41 |
| Beginner terrain | 44% | 41% |
| Intermediate terrain | 44% | 54% |
| Expert terrain | 12% | 5% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,343 ft vs 2,126 ft); Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort has more runs (41 vs 18); Ikenotaira Onsen ALPEN BLICK Ski Resort skews more expert (12% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Ikenotaira Onsen ALPEN BLICK Ski Resort | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort | Not 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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