Resort Comparison
Shiga KogenvsFurano
Shiga Kogen
Nagano, Japan
Furano
Hokkaido, Japan
Key Statistics
Shiga Kogen
Stat
Furano
80 kmBest
Total Piste
26 km
51Best
Total Lifts
10
2,307mBest
Peak Altitude
1,209m
1,500mBest
Base Altitude
237m
8/10
Snow Reliability
Best9/10
Ikon
Ski Pass
Ikon
★★★★☆
Family Rating
★★★★☆
★★★★★
Value Rating
★★★★★
3h 53m
Transfer Time
Best1h 40m
Tokyo Haneda (HND)
Nearest Airport
New Chitose (CTS)
Difficulty Distribution
Shiga Kogen
Beginner 7/10Intermediate 9/10Advanced 6/10
Furano
Beginner 7/10Intermediate 8/10Advanced 7/10
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
Shiga Kogen
Furano
Terrain Variety
9
Snow Reliability
8
Lift System
9
Family Friendliness
8
Apres-Ski
5
Off-Piste
5
Beginner Suitability
7
Intermediate Terrain
9
Advanced Terrain
6
Value for Money
7
Accommodation
7
Dining
6
Accessibility
8
Scenery & Charm
8
Ski School
7
The Verdict
Shiga Kogen wins on
- Terrain Variety
- Lift System
- Family Friendliness
- Intermediate Terrain
- Accessibility
5category wins
Furano wins on
- Snow Reliability
- Apres-Ski
- Off-Piste
- Advanced Terrain
- Value for Money
- Dining
6category wins
Tied categories (4)
Beginner SuitabilityAccommodationScenery & CharmSki School
Best For
Shiga Kogen
BeginnersFamiliesGuaranteed snowBudget-conscious travelersScenery & charm
Furano
BeginnersOff-piste enthusiastsFamiliesGuaranteed snowBudget-conscious travelers
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