Rokko Cable

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Ascend Mount Rokko in 10 minutes on a retro cable car! Enjoy breathtaking views from the open-air observation car!

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Overview

Rokko Cable is a historic cable car connecting Rokko Cable Shita Station and Rokko Sanjo Station in Nada-ku, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture. Opened in 1932 (Showa 7), it ascends 1.7km with a height difference of 493.3m in just 10 minutes. The charm of Rokko Cable lies in its retro-style cars. One of the two connected cars is an open-air observation car, allowing you to fully enjoy the majestic scenery while breathing in the fresh mountain air. From Rokko Sanjo Station, you'll be treated to stunning views of Kobe's cityscape and Osaka Bay, and at night, you can gaze at the glittering Kobe night view. At Rokko Sanjo Station, you'll also find souvenir shops, restaurants, and cafes where you can relax and spend some time. Mount Rokko offers various other sightseeing spots, perfect for hiking and cycling. For example, there's Mount Rokko, the highest peak of the Rokko mountain range, and Tenrandai, located northeast of the highest peak. Rokko Cable serves as a base for exploring Mount Rokko. Be sure to ride the Rokko Cable and fully enjoy Mount Rokko.

  • Historic Sites

Basic Information

Address
Rokko Cable, Nada-ku, Kobe-shi, Hyogo Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Hyogo
Access
Rokko Cable Shita Station is about a 10-minute walk from Rokko Station on the Hankyu Kobe Line, and about a 15-minute walk from Mikage Station on the Hanshin Main Line. Show route
Op.Hours
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Cld.Days
Year-end and New Year's holidays *Closed between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM. *May be temporarily closed or have shortened hours due to inclement weather.
Fee
Adult: ¥600 one-way, ¥1100 round-trip Child: ¥300 one-way, ¥550 round-trip
INFO
Rokko Sanjo Station offers various amenities including souvenir shops, restaurants, and cafes.
HP
https://www.rokkosan.com/cable/

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