Madarao Kōgen Ski Resort vs Shirakaba Highland International Ski Resort

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

StatMadarao Kōgen Ski ResortShirakaba Highland International Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,381 ft (421 m)876 ft (267 m)
Summit elevation4,393 ft5,988 ft
Base elevation3,012 ft5,112 ft
Lifts94
Runs3613
Beginner terrain39%69%
Intermediate terrain42%15%
Expert terrain19%16%
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Madarao Kōgen Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,381 ft vs 876 ft); Madarao Kōgen Ski Resort has more runs (36 vs 13); Madarao Kōgen Ski Resort skews more expert (19% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Madarao Kōgen Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
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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