Myoko Suginohara Ski Resort vs Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort

Myoko Suginohara Ski Resort (Niigata Prefecture) and Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort (Yamagata Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatMyoko Suginohara Ski ResortYamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort
Vertical drop3,668 ft (1,118 m)2,851 ft (869 m)
Summit elevation6,093 ft5,449 ft
Base elevation2,425 ft2,598 ft
Lifts535
Runs2291
Beginner terrain52%75%
Intermediate terrain33%19%
Expert terrain15%6%
Night skiing--

Myoko Suginohara Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (3,668 ft vs 2,851 ft); Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort has more runs (91 vs 22); Myoko Suginohara Ski Resort skews more expert (15% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Myoko Suginohara Ski ResortIkon Pass: 7 days
Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski ResortIkon Pass: 7 days

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

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