Kazawa Snow Area vs Minakami Kogen Ski Resort
Kazawa Snow Area (Gunma Prefecture) and Minakami Kogen Ski Resort (Gunma Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Kazawa Snow Area | Minakami Kogen Ski Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,037 ft (316 m) | 1,289 ft (393 m) |
| Summit elevation | 5,466 ft | 4,081 ft |
| Base elevation | 4,429 ft | 2,792 ft |
| Lifts | 8 | 4 |
| Runs | 11 | 12 |
| Beginner terrain | 36% | 25% |
| Intermediate terrain | 9% | 58% |
| Expert terrain | 55% | 17% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Minakami Kogen Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,289 ft vs 1,037 ft); Minakami Kogen Ski Resort has more runs (12 vs 11); Kazawa Snow Area skews more expert (55% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Kazawa Snow Area | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Minakami Kogen 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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