Kisofukushima Ski Resort vs Mt. Norikura Snow Resort

Kisofukushima Ski Resort (Nagano Prefecture) and Mt. Norikura Snow Resort (Nagano Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatKisofukushima Ski ResortMt. Norikura Snow Resort
Vertical drop2,234 ft (681 m)1,627 ft (496 m)
Summit elevation6,220 ft6,473 ft
Base elevation3,986 ft4,846 ft
Lifts48
Runs1020
Beginner terrain30%35%
Intermediate terrain20%35%
Expert terrain50%30%
Night skiing--

Kisofukushima Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,234 ft vs 1,627 ft); Mt. Norikura Snow Resort has more runs (20 vs 10); Kisofukushima Ski Resort skews more expert (50% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Kisofukushima Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Mt. Norikura Snow 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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