Madarao Kōgen Ski Resort vs Tsugaike-Kogen Ski Resort

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

StatMadarao Kōgen Ski ResortTsugaike-Kogen Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,381 ft (421 m)2,966 ft (904 m)
Summit elevation4,393 ft5,600 ft
Base elevation3,012 ft2,635 ft
Lifts915
Runs3636
Beginner terrain39%52%
Intermediate terrain42%39%
Expert terrain19%9%
Night skiing--

Tsugaike-Kogen Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,966 ft vs 1,381 ft); 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
Tsugaike-Kogen 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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