Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort vs Kandatsu Snow Resort

Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort (Niigata Prefecture) and Kandatsu Snow Resort (Niigata Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatJoetsu Kokusai Ski ResortKandatsu Snow Resort
Vertical drop2,343 ft (714 m)1,644 ft (501 m)
Summit elevation3,054 ft3,179 ft
Base elevation712 ft1,539 ft
Lifts196
Runs4119
Beginner terrain41%37%
Intermediate terrain54%26%
Expert terrain5%37%
Night skiing--

Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,343 ft vs 1,644 ft); Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort has more runs (41 vs 19); Kandatsu Snow Resort skews more expert (37% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Joetsu Kokusai Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Kandatsu 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 →

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