Resort Comparison

Kagura Ski Resort vs Sapporo Teine

Sapporo Teine excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain, while Kagura Ski Resort offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

The Verdict

Sapporo Teine leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Sapporo Teine

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
Kagura Ski Resort

261.8" average season

Best Terrain
Kagura Ski Resort

3,937' of vertical

Best Value
Sapporo Teine

$45 day pass

Easiest Access
Sapporo Teine

1h from CTS

Best Village Vibe
Sapporo Teine

Pleasant base area

Kagura Ski Resort
Niigata, Japan
$$Independent
Sapporo Teine
Hokkaido, Japan
$$Independent

Family

Ski School Age
4+
4+
Full-Day Program
Beginner Terrain
7.0
7.5
Walkability
7.0
7.0
Village Vibe
6.5
7.0

Mountain

Vertical
3,937'
2,953'
Skiable Area
790 ac
494 ac
Green Runs
20%
30%
Trails
32
15
Lifts
22
10

Getting There

Airport
NRT
CTS
Drive Time
3h
1h
Road Ease
6.5
8.0

Cost

Passes
Independent
Independent
Day Pass
$55
$45
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Limited
Moderate
Grocery
Spa
Pool

Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Kagura Ski Resort

261.8"

avg season

2024-25 season

298.3" total

114%

Sapporo Teine

129.5"

avg season

2024-25 season

128.2" total

99%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
262"131"0"
Kagura Ski Resort
Sapporo Teine

Key Insights

Sapporo Teine excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain, while Kagura Ski Resort offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

Key Differences

  • Kagura Ski Resort offers more terrain variety (790 acres vs 494 acres)
  • Kagura Ski Resort has greater vertical drop (3,937' vs 2,953'), offering longer runs

Best For

Kagura Ski Resort

  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 4)
  • Budget-conscious families
  • Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

Sapporo Teine

  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 4)
  • Budget-conscious families
  • Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

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