Maiko Snow Resort vs Naeba Ski Resort

Maiko Snow Resort (Niigata Prefecture) and Naeba Ski Resort (Niigata Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatMaiko Snow ResortNaeba Ski Resort
Vertical drop2,142 ft (653 m)2,963 ft (903 m)
Summit elevation2,989 ft5,856 ft
Base elevation846 ft2,894 ft
Lifts1014
Runs2629
Beginner terrain50%38%
Intermediate terrain35%34%
Expert terrain15%28%
Night skiing--

Naeba Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,963 ft vs 2,142 ft); Naeba Ski Resort has more runs (29 vs 26); Naeba Ski Resort skews more expert (28% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Maiko Snow ResortIndy Pass: 2 days
Naeba 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 →

Stay near Maiko Snow Resort

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