Lotte Arai Resort vs Terakoya Ski Area

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

StatLotte Arai ResortTerakoya Ski Area
Vertical drop2,982 ft (909 m)499 ft (152 m)
Summit elevation4,193 ft6,759 ft
Base elevation1,211 ft6,260 ft
Lifts52
Runs126
Beginner terrain50%50%
Intermediate terrain42%50%
Expert terrain8%0%
Night skiing--

Lotte Arai Resort has the bigger vertical (2,982 ft vs 499 ft); Lotte Arai Resort has more runs (12 vs 6); Lotte Arai Resort skews more expert (8% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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

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

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