Lotte Arai Resort vs Maruike Ski Area

Lotte Arai Resort (Niigata Prefecture) and Maruike Ski Area (Nagano Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatLotte Arai ResortMaruike Ski Area
Vertical drop2,982 ft (909 m)361 ft (110 m)
Summit elevation4,193 ft5,154 ft
Base elevation1,211 ft4,793 ft
Lifts52
Runs126
Beginner terrain50%60%
Intermediate terrain42%20%
Expert terrain8%20%
Night skiing--

Lotte Arai Resort has the bigger vertical (2,982 ft vs 361 ft); Lotte Arai Resort has more runs (12 vs 6); Maruike Ski Area skews more expert (20% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Lotte Arai ResortIkon Pass: 7 days
Maruike Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 days

One pass covers both: Ikon Pass. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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