Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort vs Myoko Suginohara Ski Resort

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

StatJoetsu Kokusai Ski ResortMyoko Suginohara Ski Resort
Vertical drop2,343 ft (714 m)3,668 ft (1,118 m)
Summit elevation3,054 ft6,093 ft
Base elevation712 ft2,425 ft
Lifts195
Runs4122
Beginner terrain41%52%
Intermediate terrain54%33%
Expert terrain5%15%
Night skiing--

Myoko Suginohara Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (3,668 ft vs 2,343 ft); Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort has more runs (41 vs 22); Myoko Suginohara Ski Resort skews more expert (15% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Joetsu Kokusai Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Myoko Suginohara Ski ResortIkon Pass: 7 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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