Mt. Norikura Snow Resort vs Yakebitaiyama Ski Resort

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

StatMt. Norikura Snow ResortYakebitaiyama Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,627 ft (496 m)1,476 ft (450 m)
Summit elevation6,473 ft6,555 ft
Base elevation4,846 ft5,079 ft
Lifts85
Runs2022
Beginner terrain35%32%
Intermediate terrain35%50%
Expert terrain30%18%
Night skiing--

Mt. Norikura Snow Resort has the bigger vertical (1,627 ft vs 1,476 ft); Yakebitaiyama Ski Resort has more runs (22 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
Yakebitaiyama Ski ResortIkon 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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