Kijimadaira Ski Resort vs Maruike Ski Area

Kijimadaira Ski Resort (Nagano Prefecture) and Maruike Ski Area (Nagano Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatKijimadaira Ski ResortMaruike Ski Area
Vertical drop1,266 ft (386 m)361 ft (110 m)
Summit elevation2,825 ft5,154 ft
Base elevation1,562 ft4,793 ft
Lifts52
Runs256
Beginner terrain50%60%
Intermediate terrain42%20%
Expert terrain8%20%
Night skiing--

Kijimadaira Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,266 ft vs 361 ft); Kijimadaira Ski Resort has more runs (25 vs 6); Maruike Ski Area skews more expert (20% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Kijimadaira Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Maruike Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 days

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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