Kusatsu Onsen Ski Resort vs Norn Minakami Ski Resort

Kusatsu Onsen Ski Resort (Gunma Prefecture) and Norn Minakami Ski Resort (Gunma Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatKusatsu Onsen Ski ResortNorn Minakami Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,234 ft (376 m)1,283 ft (391 m)
Summit elevation5,315 ft3,983 ft
Base elevation4,081 ft2,700 ft
Lifts74
Runs139
Beginner terrain40%44%
Intermediate terrain50%56%
Expert terrain10%0%
Night skiing--

Norn Minakami Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,283 ft vs 1,234 ft); Kusatsu Onsen Ski Resort has more runs (13 vs 9); Kusatsu Onsen Ski Resort skews more expert (10% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Kusatsu Onsen Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Norn Minakami 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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