Resort Comparison
Shiga KogenvsZao Onsen
Shiga Kogen
Nagano, Japan
Zao Onsen
Yamagata, Japan
Key Statistics
Shiga Kogen
Stat
Zao Onsen
80 kmBest
Total Piste
50 km
51Best
Total Lifts
32
2,307mBest
Peak Altitude
1,661m
1,500mBest
Base Altitude
780m
8/10
Snow Reliability
8/10
Ikon
Ski Pass
Local
★★★★☆Best
Family Rating
★★★☆☆
★★★★★
Value Rating
★★★★★
1h 10m
Transfer Time
Best45m
Nagano (NGO)
Nearest Airport
Yamagata (GAJ)
Difficulty Distribution
Shiga Kogen
Beginner 7/10Intermediate 9/10Advanced 6/10
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
Shiga Kogen
Zao Onsen
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
- Beginner Suitability
- Intermediate Terrain
- Advanced Terrain
- Accessibility
- Ski School
8category wins
Zao Onsen wins on
- Value for Money
- Dining
- Scenery & Charm
3category wins
Tied categories (4)
Snow ReliabilityApres-SkiOff-PisteAccommodation
Best For
Shiga Kogen
BeginnersFamiliesGuaranteed snowBudget-conscious travelersScenery & charm
Zao Onsen
Guaranteed snowBudget-conscious travelersScenery & charmEasy access
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