Maruike Ski Area vs Tsugaike-Kogen Ski Resort

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

StatMaruike Ski AreaTsugaike-Kogen Ski Resort
Vertical drop361 ft (110 m)2,966 ft (904 m)
Summit elevation5,154 ft5,600 ft
Base elevation4,793 ft2,635 ft
Lifts215
Runs636
Beginner terrain60%52%
Intermediate terrain20%39%
Expert terrain20%9%
Night skiing--

Tsugaike-Kogen Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,966 ft vs 361 ft); Tsugaike-Kogen Ski Resort has more runs (36 vs 6); Maruike Ski Area skews more expert (20% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Maruike Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 days
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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