Maiko Snow Resort vs Tainai Ski & Snowboard Area

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

StatMaiko Snow ResortTainai Ski & Snowboard Area
Vertical drop2,142 ft (653 m)1,827 ft (557 m)
Summit elevation2,989 ft2,306 ft
Base elevation846 ft482 ft
Lifts109
Runs2613
Beginner terrain50%33%
Intermediate terrain35%50%
Expert terrain15%17%
Night skiing--

Maiko Snow Resort has the bigger vertical (2,142 ft vs 1,827 ft); Maiko Snow Resort has more runs (26 vs 13); Tainai Ski & Snowboard Area skews more expert (17% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Maiko Snow ResortIndy Pass: 2 days
Tainai Ski & Snowboard AreaNot 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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