Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort vs Yuzawa Kogen Ski Resort

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

StatJoetsu Kokusai Ski ResortYuzawa Kogen Ski Resort
Vertical drop2,343 ft (714 m)2,602 ft (793 m)
Summit elevation3,054 ft3,743 ft
Base elevation712 ft1,142 ft
Lifts197
Runs4113
Beginner terrain41%69%
Intermediate terrain54%23%
Expert terrain5%8%
Night skiing--

Yuzawa Kogen Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,602 ft vs 2,343 ft); Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort has more runs (41 vs 13); Yuzawa Kogen Ski Resort skews more expert (8% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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