Shin-Hotaka Ropeway

Shin-hotaka Ropeway

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Take an aerial journey on a ropeway and experience the breathtaking scenery of the Northern Alps! Enjoy the magnificent views throughout the four seasons.

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HighlightsSoar above the Northern Alps for breathtaking views
360-degree panoramic vistas
Stunning scenery throughout the four seasons
Summit station with observation deck, restaurants, and souvenir shops
Base for Northern Alps mountaineering and trekking

Basic Information

Address: 710-7 Kamizaka, Okuhida Onsenkyo, Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Gifu

Access: Approximately 88 minutes by bus from Takayama Nouhi Bus Center to Shin-Hotaka Onsen, get off at the "Nakao Yakedake Trailhead" bus stop. A 20-minute walk from the bus stop. Approximately 70 minutes by car from the Takayama IC on the Chubu-Jukan Expressway, and approximately 85 minutes from the Matsumoto IC on the Nagano Expressway. Show route

Op.Hours: Monday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Thursday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Saturday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Sunday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Cld.Days: Irregular holidays

Fee: Adult one-way: ¥1,200, Child one-way: ¥600 Round-trip tickets: Adult ¥2,100, Child ¥1,050

INFO: ・Please check the website for the latest operation status. ・Operations may be suspended due to weather conditions. ・Since the summit station is at a high altitude, we recommend dressing appropriately for the weather.

HP: https://shinhotaka-ropeway.jp/

Overview

The Shin-Hotaka Ropeway is one of the leading ropeways in the Northern Alps, located in Okuhida Onsenkyo, Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture. From the summit station at an altitude of 2,156m, a breathtaking 360-degree panorama unfolds, offering stunning views of the Northern Alps, including Yari-ga-take, the Hotaka mountain range, and Norikura-dake. In spring, the melting snow gives way to vibrant greenery. Summer brings a profusion of alpine flowers, painting the mountains in a tapestry of colors. Autumn paints the mountains in fiery reds and yellows with the breathtaking fall foliage. Winter blankets the mountains in snow, creating a stunning winter wonderland. The summit station features an observation deck, restaurants, and souvenir shops, allowing you to relax and savor the views. Even from the ropeway car windows, you can fully appreciate the majestic natural beauty of the Northern Alps. The Shin-Hotaka Ropeway is also a popular base for Northern Alps mountaineering and trekking. The Shin-Hotaka Ropeway is a highly recommended sightseeing spot where you can experience the nature and culture of the Northern Alps.