Karuizawa Snow Park vs Kawaba Ski Resort
Karuizawa Snow Park (Gunma Prefecture) and Kawaba Ski Resort (Gunma Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Karuizawa Snow Park | Kawaba Ski Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 430 ft (131 m) | 1,821 ft (555 m) |
| Summit elevation | 4,600 ft | 6,047 ft |
| Base elevation | 4,170 ft | 4,226 ft |
| Lifts | 3 | 6 |
| Runs | 6 | 11 |
| Beginner terrain | 50% | 27% |
| Intermediate terrain | 33% | 36% |
| Expert terrain | 17% | 37% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Kawaba Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,821 ft vs 430 ft); Kawaba Ski Resort has more runs (11 vs 6); Kawaba Ski Resort skews more expert (37% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Karuizawa Snow Park | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Kawaba Ski Resort | Not 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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