Shirakabako Royal Hill vs Yachiho Kōgen Ski Resort

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

StatShirakabako Royal HillYachiho Kōgen Ski Resort
Vertical drop869 ft (265 m)617 ft (188 m)
Summit elevation5,620 ft6,007 ft
Base elevation4,751 ft5,390 ft
Lifts34
Runs97
Beginner terrain33%43%
Intermediate terrain44%29%
Expert terrain23%28%
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Shirakabako Royal Hill has the bigger vertical (869 ft vs 617 ft); Shirakabako Royal Hill has more runs (9 vs 7); Yachiho Kōgen Ski Resort skews more expert (28% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Shirakabako Royal HillNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Yachiho Kōgen 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 →

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