Kawaba Ski Resort vs Minakami Kogen Ski Resort

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

StatKawaba Ski ResortMinakami Kogen Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,821 ft (555 m)1,289 ft (393 m)
Summit elevation6,047 ft4,081 ft
Base elevation4,226 ft2,792 ft
Lifts64
Runs1112
Beginner terrain27%25%
Intermediate terrain36%58%
Expert terrain37%17%
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Kawaba Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,821 ft vs 1,289 ft); Minakami Kogen Ski Resort has more runs (12 vs 11); Kawaba Ski Resort skews more expert (37% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Kawaba 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 →

Stay near Kawaba Ski Resort

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More detail: Kawaba Ski Resort stats · Minakami Kogen Ski Resort stats