Kumanoyu Ski Area vs Nomugitōge Ski Resort

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

StatKumanoyu Ski AreaNomugitōge Ski Resort
Vertical drop892 ft (272 m)2,231 ft (680 m)
Summit elevation6,404 ft6,936 ft
Base elevation5,512 ft4,705 ft
Lifts54
Runs1711
Beginner terrain29%27%
Intermediate terrain35%64%
Expert terrain36%9%
Night skiing--

Nomugitōge Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,231 ft vs 892 ft); Kumanoyu Ski Area has more runs (17 vs 11); Kumanoyu Ski Area skews more expert (36% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Kumanoyu Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 days
Nomugitōge Ski 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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