Kumanoyu Ski Area vs Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort

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

StatKumanoyu Ski AreaNozawa Onsen Snow Resort
Vertical drop892 ft (272 m)3,540 ft (1,079 m)
Summit elevation6,404 ft5,394 ft
Base elevation5,512 ft1,854 ft
Lifts517
Runs1755
Beginner terrain29%35%
Intermediate terrain35%29%
Expert terrain36%36%
Night skiing--

Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort has the bigger vertical (3,540 ft vs 892 ft); Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort has more runs (55 vs 17).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Kumanoyu Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 days
Nozawa Onsen Snow ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

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