Kumanoyu Ski Area vs Shirakaba 2in1 Ski Resort

Kumanoyu Ski Area (Nagano Prefecture) and Shirakaba 2in1 Ski Resort (Nagano Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatKumanoyu Ski AreaShirakaba 2in1 Ski Resort
Vertical drop892 ft (272 m)863 ft (263 m)
Summit elevation6,404 ft6,004 ft
Base elevation5,512 ft5,141 ft
Lifts55
Runs1714
Beginner terrain29%31%
Intermediate terrain35%31%
Expert terrain36%38%
Night skiing--

Kumanoyu Ski Area has the bigger vertical (892 ft vs 863 ft); Kumanoyu Ski Area has more runs (17 vs 14); Shirakaba 2in1 Ski Resort skews more expert (38% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Kumanoyu Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 days
Shirakaba 2in1 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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