Koshi Kogen Ski Resort vs Tainai Ski & Snowboard Area

Koshi Kogen Ski Resort (Niigata Prefecture) and Tainai Ski & Snowboard Area (Niigata Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatKoshi Kogen Ski ResortTainai Ski & Snowboard Area
Vertical drop427 ft (130 m)1,827 ft (557 m)
Summit elevation1,434 ft2,306 ft
Base elevation1,007 ft482 ft
Lifts19
Runs413
Beginner terrain50%33%
Intermediate terrain50%50%
Expert terrain0%17%
Night skiing--

Tainai Ski & Snowboard Area has the bigger vertical (1,827 ft vs 427 ft); Tainai Ski & Snowboard Area has more runs (13 vs 4); Tainai Ski & Snowboard Area skews more expert (17% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Koshi Kogen Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Tainai Ski & Snowboard AreaNot 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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