Resort Comparison
KirorovsZao Onsen
Kiroro
Hokkaido, Japan
Zao Onsen
Yamagata, Japan
Key Statistics
Kiroro
Stat
Zao Onsen
35 km
Total Piste
Best50 km
15
Total Lifts
Best32
1,180m
Peak Altitude
Best1,661m
650m
Base Altitude
Best780m
10/10Best
Snow Reliability
8/10
Epic
Ski Pass
Local
★★★★☆Best
Family Rating
★★★☆☆
★★★★★
Value Rating
★★★★★
1h
Transfer Time
Best45m
New Chitose (CTS)
Nearest Airport
Yamagata (GAJ)
Difficulty Distribution
Kiroro
Beginner 7/10Intermediate 8/10Advanced 8/10
Zao Onsen
Beginner 5/10Intermediate 6/10Advanced 4/10
Estimated Trip Cost
Based on 2 travelers, 7 nights, mid-range accommodation. Includes flights from the US, lift passes, ski hire, and transfers.
Category Scores
Kiroro
Zao Onsen
Terrain Variety
7
Snow Reliability
10
Lift System
6
Family Friendliness
7
Apres-Ski
4
Off-Piste
9
Beginner Suitability
7
Intermediate Terrain
8
Advanced Terrain
8
Value for Money
8
Accommodation
7
Dining
6
Accessibility
8
Scenery & Charm
8
Ski School
7
The Verdict
Kiroro wins on
- Terrain Variety
- Snow Reliability
- Lift System
- Family Friendliness
- Off-Piste
- Beginner Suitability
- Intermediate Terrain
- Advanced Terrain
- Accessibility
- Ski School
10category wins
Zao Onsen wins on
- Apres-Ski
- Dining
- Scenery & Charm
3category wins
Tied categories (2)
Value for MoneyAccommodation
Best For
Kiroro
BeginnersExpert skiersOff-piste enthusiastsFamiliesGuaranteed snow
Zao Onsen
Guaranteed snowBudget-conscious travelersScenery & charmEasy access
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