Madarao Kōgen Ski Resort vs Yakebitaiyama Ski Resort

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

StatMadarao Kōgen Ski ResortYakebitaiyama Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,381 ft (421 m)1,476 ft (450 m)
Summit elevation4,393 ft6,555 ft
Base elevation3,012 ft5,079 ft
Lifts95
Runs3622
Beginner terrain39%32%
Intermediate terrain42%50%
Expert terrain19%18%
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Yakebitaiyama Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,476 ft vs 1,381 ft); Madarao Kōgen Ski Resort has more runs (36 vs 22); 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
Yakebitaiyama Ski ResortIkon Pass: 7 days

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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