Jeunesse Kurikoma Ski Resort vs Tazawako Ski Area

Jeunesse Kurikoma Ski Resort (Akita Prefecture) and Tazawako Ski Area (Akita Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatJeunesse Kurikoma Ski ResortTazawako Ski Area
Vertical drop1,250 ft (381 m)1,955 ft (596 m)
Summit elevation2,530 ft3,848 ft
Base elevation1,280 ft1,893 ft
Lifts46
Runs1316
Beginner terrain46%50%
Intermediate terrain31%25%
Expert terrain23%25%
Night skiing--

Tazawako Ski Area has the bigger vertical (1,955 ft vs 1,250 ft); Tazawako Ski Area has more runs (16 vs 13); Tazawako Ski Area skews more expert (25% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Jeunesse Kurikoma Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Tazawako Ski AreaIndy Pass: 2 days

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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