Mt. Norikura Snow Resort vs Takamagahara Mammoth Ski Area

Mt. Norikura Snow Resort (Nagano Prefecture) and Takamagahara Mammoth Ski Area (Nagano Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatMt. Norikura Snow ResortTakamagahara Mammoth Ski Area
Vertical drop1,627 ft (496 m)761 ft (232 m)
Summit elevation6,473 ft6,243 ft
Base elevation4,846 ft5,482 ft
Lifts83
Runs207
Beginner terrain35%43%
Intermediate terrain35%43%
Expert terrain30%14%
Night skiing--

Mt. Norikura Snow Resort has the bigger vertical (1,627 ft vs 761 ft); Mt. Norikura Snow Resort has more runs (20 vs 7); Mt. Norikura Snow Resort skews more expert (30% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Mt. Norikura Snow ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Takamagahara Mammoth Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 days

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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