Karuizawa Snow Park vs Kazawa Snow Area
Karuizawa Snow Park (Gunma Prefecture) and Kazawa Snow Area (Gunma Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Karuizawa Snow Park | Kazawa Snow Area |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 430 ft (131 m) | 1,037 ft (316 m) |
| Summit elevation | 4,600 ft | 5,466 ft |
| Base elevation | 4,170 ft | 4,429 ft |
| Lifts | 3 | 8 |
| Runs | 6 | 11 |
| Beginner terrain | 50% | 36% |
| Intermediate terrain | 33% | 9% |
| Expert terrain | 17% | 55% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Kazawa Snow Area has the bigger vertical (1,037 ft vs 430 ft); Kazawa Snow Area has more runs (11 vs 6); Kazawa Snow Area skews more expert (55% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Karuizawa Snow Park | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Kazawa Snow Area | 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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