Getting Around

Ropeway

Kankakei (Ropeway)

Unforgettable views of sky, sea, and the gorge below from way up high! A hiker’s delight!

Kagawa / Ropeway

Shinhotaka Ropeway

Get on Japan’s only bi-level gondola and enjoy a skywalk over the clouds up to 2,156m above sea level.

Gifu / Ropeway

Naeba Dragondola

Experience rich nature and thrills in a 25-minute aerial journey.

Niigata / Ropeway

YOKOHAMA AIR CABIN

Feast your eyes on the Minatomirai/Yokohama cityscape from a new angle, on this cutting-edge city loop circuit ropeway line.

Yokohama / Ropeway

Hakkoda Ropeway

Take in the magnificent nature of Hakkoda Mountains - fresh green, fall colors and rime.

Aomori / Ropeway

Ani Gondola

Gondola ride of a 20-minute per way will take you to alpine flora, autumn foliage, and juhyo (snow monster / frost-covered trees), making it an easy way to enjoy nature watching.

Akita / Ropeway

Hakone Ropeway

Enjoy Hakone’s tour spot, the marvelous Owakudani valley from the sky for 4km.

Hakone / Ropeway

Gozaisho Ropeway

Sense the spectacular nature of Gozaisho from the cable car and when hiking through the mountain.

Mie / Ropeway

Eizan Cable and Eizan Ropeway

Gorgeous panoramic views each season while climbing up the sky to Mt. Hiei’s summit.

Kyoto / Ropeway

Rokko-Arima Ropeway

A 12-minute aerial stroll to feel the great nature of Kobe.

Kobe / Ropeway

Mt. Kinka Ropeway

A ropeway that climbs Mr. Kinka providing amazing views of Gifu City.

Gifu / Ropeway

USUZAN ROPEWAY

A six-minute walk in the air one way! You can enjoy a panoramic view of the incredible nature of the active volcano "Mt. Usu."

Lake Toya and Noboribetsu / Ropeway

Yoshino-yama Ropeway

Japan’s oldest ropeway carries people to a famous place for cherry blossoms.

Nara / Ropeway

• 3 Jan 2023

  See the Ancient City of Nara via 19 Top Historic Sites

  Nara Prefecture, once the capital of Japan, is home to a full repertoire of World Heritage Sites, including treasured cultural properties and buildings, Buddha statues and other coveted tourist destinations. Set just next door to Kyoto, many travelers enjoy an itinerary that allows them to explore both Kyoto and Nara together. Here are a few hand-selected, must-visit spots in Nara, a city with an ancient history even older than Kyoto, along with unforgettable souvenirs to shop plus remarkable food and stays.

Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway

Ropeway to Tenjyoyama, where you can enjoy the view of Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi.

Yamanashi / Ropeway

Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ropeway

Hop on the cable car and lift. Enjoy hiking Mt.Daisetsu in your casual wear.

Asahikawa and Sounkyo / Ropeway

Hakone Komagatake Ropeway　

1,783m-long (5,850 ft) sky walk linking Hakone-en by Lake Ashinoko and Hakone Komagatake Summit

Hakone / Ropeway

Mt. Takao Chair lift

Glide across the skies and take in the breeze of Mt. Takao.

Hachioji / Ropeway

Tateyama Ropeway

The longest single-span ropeway in Japan, connecting Kurobedaira and Daikanbo.

Toyama / Ropeway

Rokko Cable Car

It takes about 10 minutes from downtown Kobe to the top of Mt. Rokko! Retro cute cable car.

Kobe / Ropeway

Mt. Hakodate Ropeway

Enjoy a panoramic view of Hakodate from a 125-seat large gondola.

Hakodate and Matsumae / Ropeway

Kita-Yatsugatake Ropeway

A spectacular aerial view of Japan's three largest Japanese Alps, with an interesting stroll along the Tsuboniwa scenic trail at the top.

Nagano / Ropeway