Resort Comparison
Zao OnsenvsFurano
Zao Onsen
Yamagata, Japan
Furano
Hokkaido, Japan
Key Statistics
Zao Onsen
Stat
Furano
50 kmBest
Total Piste
26 km
32Best
Total Lifts
10
1,661mBest
Peak Altitude
1,209m
780mBest
Base Altitude
237m
8/10
Snow Reliability
Best9/10
Ikon
Ski Pass
Ikon
★★★☆☆
Family Rating
Best★★★★☆
★★★★★
Value Rating
★★★★★
45mBest
Transfer Time
1h 40m
Yamagata (GAJ)
Nearest Airport
New Chitose (CTS)
Difficulty Distribution
Zao Onsen
Beginner 5/10Intermediate 6/10Advanced 4/10
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
Zao Onsen
Furano
Terrain Variety
5
Snow Reliability
8
Lift System
5
Family Friendliness
5
Apres-Ski
5
Off-Piste
5
Beginner Suitability
5
Intermediate Terrain
6
Advanced Terrain
4
Value for Money
8
Accommodation
7
Dining
7
Accessibility
6
Scenery & Charm
10
Ski School
4
The Verdict
Zao Onsen wins on
- Scenery & Charm
1category win
Furano wins on
- Terrain Variety
- Snow Reliability
- Lift System
- Family Friendliness
- Apres-Ski
- Off-Piste
- Beginner Suitability
- Intermediate Terrain
- Advanced Terrain
- Accessibility
- Ski School
11category wins
Tied categories (3)
Value for MoneyAccommodationDining
Best For
Zao Onsen
Guaranteed snowBudget-conscious travelersScenery & charmEasy access
Furano
BeginnersOff-piste enthusiastsFamiliesGuaranteed snowBudget-conscious travelers
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