Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort vs Minakami Kogen Ski Resort

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

StatKaruizawa Prince Hotel Ski ResortMinakami Kogen Ski Resort
Vertical drop702 ft (214 m)1,289 ft (393 m)
Summit elevation3,793 ft4,081 ft
Base elevation3,091 ft2,792 ft
Lifts84
Runs1912
Beginner terrain63%25%
Intermediate terrain16%58%
Expert terrain21%17%
Night skiing--

Minakami Kogen Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,289 ft vs 702 ft); Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort has more runs (19 vs 12); Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort skews more expert (21% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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