Maruike Ski Area vs Yachiho Kōgen Ski Resort

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

StatMaruike Ski AreaYachiho Kōgen Ski Resort
Vertical drop361 ft (110 m)617 ft (188 m)
Summit elevation5,154 ft6,007 ft
Base elevation4,793 ft5,390 ft
Lifts24
Runs67
Beginner terrain60%43%
Intermediate terrain20%29%
Expert terrain20%28%
Night skiing--

Yachiho Kōgen Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (617 ft vs 361 ft); Yachiho Kōgen Ski Resort has more runs (7 vs 6); Yachiho Kōgen Ski Resort skews more expert (28% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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