Kiroro Snow World vs Rusutsu Resort

Kiroro Snow World (Hokkaido Prefecture) and Rusutsu Resort (Hokkaido Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatKiroro Snow WorldRusutsu Resort
Vertical drop2,156 ft (657 m)1,857 ft (566 m)
Summit elevation3,871 ft3,241 ft
Base elevation1,716 ft1,385 ft
Lifts1018
Runs3727
Beginner terrain46%37%
Intermediate terrain32%44%
Expert terrain22%19%
Night skiing--

Kiroro Snow World has the bigger vertical (2,156 ft vs 1,857 ft); Kiroro Snow World has more runs (37 vs 27); Kiroro Snow World skews more expert (22% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Kiroro Snow WorldIndy Pass: 2 days
Rusutsu 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 →

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More detail: Kiroro Snow World stats · Rusutsu Resort stats