Shiga Kōgen Ski Resort vs Shirakabako Royal Hill

Shiga Kōgen Ski Resort (Nagano Prefecture) and Shirakabako Royal Hill (Nagano Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatShiga Kōgen Ski ResortShirakabako Royal Hill
Vertical drop2,392 ft (729 m)869 ft (265 m)
Summit elevation6,759 ft5,620 ft
Base elevation4,367 ft4,751 ft
Lifts233
Runs909
Beginner terrain47%33%
Intermediate terrain42%44%
Expert terrain11%23%
Night skiing--

Shiga Kōgen Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,392 ft vs 869 ft); Shiga Kōgen Ski Resort has more runs (90 vs 9); Shirakabako Royal Hill skews more expert (23% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Shiga Kōgen Ski ResortIkon Pass: 7 days
Shirakabako Royal HillNot 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 →

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