Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort vs Kawaba Ski Resort

Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort (Gunma Prefecture) and Kawaba Ski Resort (Gunma Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatKaruizawa Prince Hotel Ski ResortKawaba Ski Resort
Vertical drop702 ft (214 m)1,821 ft (555 m)
Summit elevation3,793 ft6,047 ft
Base elevation3,091 ft4,226 ft
Lifts86
Runs1911
Beginner terrain63%27%
Intermediate terrain16%36%
Expert terrain21%37%
Night skiing--

Kawaba Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,821 ft vs 702 ft); Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort has more runs (19 vs 11); Kawaba Ski Resort skews more expert (37% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Kawaba 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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