Mt. Norikura Snow Resort vs Tsugaike-Kogen Ski Resort

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

StatMt. Norikura Snow ResortTsugaike-Kogen Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,627 ft (496 m)2,966 ft (904 m)
Summit elevation6,473 ft5,600 ft
Base elevation4,846 ft2,635 ft
Lifts815
Runs2036
Beginner terrain35%52%
Intermediate terrain35%39%
Expert terrain30%9%
Night skiing--

Tsugaike-Kogen Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,966 ft vs 1,627 ft); Tsugaike-Kogen Ski Resort has more runs (36 vs 20); 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
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 →

Stay near Mt. Norikura Snow Resort

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