Maruike Ski Area vs Yakebitaiyama Ski Resort

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

StatMaruike Ski AreaYakebitaiyama Ski Resort
Vertical drop361 ft (110 m)1,476 ft (450 m)
Summit elevation5,154 ft6,555 ft
Base elevation4,793 ft5,079 ft
Lifts25
Runs622
Beginner terrain60%32%
Intermediate terrain20%50%
Expert terrain20%18%
Night skiing--

Yakebitaiyama Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,476 ft vs 361 ft); Yakebitaiyama Ski Resort has more runs (22 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
Yakebitaiyama Ski ResortIkon Pass: 7 days

One pass covers both: Ikon Pass. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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