Resort Comparison
Lotte AraivsZao Onsen
Lotte Arai
Niigata, Japan
Zao Onsen
Yamagata, Japan
Key Statistics
Lotte Arai
Stat
Zao Onsen
22 km
Total Piste
Best50 km
8
Total Lifts
Best32
1,855mBest
Peak Altitude
1,661m
620m
Base Altitude
Best780m
9/10Best
Snow Reliability
8/10
Local
Ski Pass
Local
★★★★☆Best
Family Rating
★★★☆☆
★★★★☆
Value Rating
Best★★★★★
2h 30m
Transfer Time
Best45m
Narita (NRT) / Niigata (KIJ)
Nearest Airport
Yamagata (GAJ)
Difficulty Distribution
Lotte Arai
Beginner 6/10Intermediate 7/10Advanced 7/10
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
Lotte Arai
Zao Onsen
Terrain Variety
6
Snow Reliability
9
Lift System
5
Family Friendliness
7
Apres-Ski
5
Off-Piste
7
Beginner Suitability
6
Intermediate Terrain
7
Advanced Terrain
7
Value for Money
6
Accommodation
9
Dining
7
Accessibility
5
Scenery & Charm
9
Ski School
6
The Verdict
Lotte Arai wins on
- Terrain Variety
- Snow Reliability
- Family Friendliness
- Off-Piste
- Beginner Suitability
- Intermediate Terrain
- Advanced Terrain
- Accommodation
- Ski School
9category wins
Zao Onsen wins on
- Value for Money
- Accessibility
- Scenery & Charm
3category wins
Tied categories (3)
Lift SystemApres-SkiDining
Best For
Lotte Arai
FamiliesGuaranteed snowBudget-conscious travelersScenery & charm
Zao Onsen
Guaranteed snowBudget-conscious travelersScenery & charmEasy access
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