Japan has a lot of wonderful natural landscapes and will become more beautiful if you can see the whole landscape from above. Nature lovers won’t want to miss the chance to view an unforgettable landscape panorama from the view of a ropeway.
Ropeways or cablecars are a convenient means of accessing mountainous terrain without having to hike up. Because of the high elevation, visitors are usually treated to great views.
For viewing the scenery of Japanese nature, there is perhaps no more breathtaking means than by riding a ropeway. Located among popular mountainous areas, ropeways provide visitors a stunning aerial view of Japan’s natural beauty. In fact, Japan’s 4 kilometer Hakone Ropeway in Kanagawa is one of the longest in the world. If you are looking to step away from the more urban areas of Japan, why not take a ride on a mountainside ropeway for an incredible panoramic view far above the treetops?
Where to go
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Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route
The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route is a unique and spectacular route through the Northern Japan Alps which is traversed by various means of transportation including cable cars, trolley buses and a ropeway. Completed in 1971, the route connects Toyama City in Toyama Prefecture with Omachi Town in Nagano Prefecture. The section between Tateyama Station and Ogizawa is closed to private vehicles. It is completely inaccessible from December to mid April.
More detail, kindly visit the official website: https://www.alpen-route.com/en/
Tanigawa Ropeway
The Tanigawadake Ropeway lifts visitors from the base of Mount Tanigawa to the upper station halfway up the mountain from where views of the surrounding scenery can be enjoyed. It is particularly popular during the autumn color season.
More detail, kindly visit the official website: http://www.tanigawadake-rw.com/
Shinhotaka Ropeway
The Shinhotaka Ropeway is one of Japan’s most unique ropeways. It has one of the largest elevation gains in the country as it climbs over 1000 meters up the side of the Hotake Mountain Range, which includes Oku-Hotakedake, Japan’s third highest peak. But its most distinguishing feature is its double decker gondola cars, the first of their kind in Japan, which offer excellent views of the Okuhida Region.
More detail, kindly visit the official website: https://shinhotaka-ropeway.jp/
Hakone Ropeway
The Hakone Ropeway is part of the Hakone Round Course, a popular way to visit Hakone. It connects Sounzan Station (at the terminus of the Hakone Tozan Cablecar) with Togendai Station (at the shore of Lake Ashinoko) and stops at Owakudani and Ubako stations on the way. The ropeway is fully covered by the Hakone Free Pass.
More detail, kindly visit the official website: https://www.hakoneropeway.co.jp/foreign/en/
Shin-Kobe Ropeway
Shin-Kobe Ropeway is one of three services that lifts tourists up the southern slopes of the Rokko mountain chain. The ropeway departs from next to Shin-Kobe Station, Kobe’s shinkansen station. As it ascends, it passes by the Nunobiki Waterfall and the Nunobiki Herb Garden, giving a nice aerial view of both. The highlight of the ride lies in the observation deck located just beside the top station, which offers spectacular views of Kobe and is a popular night view spot.
More detail, kindly visit the official website: https://www.kobeherb.com/en/
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