Kumanoyu Ski Area vs Shirakaba Highland International Ski Resort

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

StatKumanoyu Ski AreaShirakaba Highland International Ski Resort
Vertical drop892 ft (272 m)876 ft (267 m)
Summit elevation6,404 ft5,988 ft
Base elevation5,512 ft5,112 ft
Lifts54
Runs1713
Beginner terrain29%69%
Intermediate terrain35%15%
Expert terrain36%16%
Night skiing--

Kumanoyu Ski Area has the bigger vertical (892 ft vs 876 ft); Kumanoyu Ski Area has more runs (17 vs 13); Kumanoyu Ski Area skews more expert (36% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Kumanoyu Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 days
Shirakaba Highland International 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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