Jigatake Ski Resort vs Mt. Norikura Snow Resort

Jigatake Ski Resort (Nagano Prefecture) and Mt. Norikura Snow Resort (Nagano Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatJigatake Ski ResortMt. Norikura Snow Resort
Vertical drop846 ft (258 m)1,627 ft (496 m)
Summit elevation3,865 ft6,473 ft
Base elevation3,015 ft4,846 ft
Lifts58
Runs1120
Beginner terrain73%35%
Intermediate terrain27%35%
Expert terrain0%30%
Night skiing--

Mt. Norikura Snow Resort has the bigger vertical (1,627 ft vs 846 ft); Mt. Norikura Snow Resort has more runs (20 vs 11); Mt. Norikura Snow Resort skews more expert (30% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Jigatake Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Mt. Norikura Snow 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 →

Stay near Jigatake Ski Resort

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