Hokkaido Official Tourism Site HOKKAIDO LOVE!

Reach the peak in about three minutes on a 125-passenger gondola, offering a bird's-eye view of a glittering cityscape often hailed as one of the world’s most stunning nightscapes.

Step into one of Japan’s largest gondolas for an exclusive "seat in the sky." As you begin a smooth ascent, the bustling streets of Hakodate recede below, replaced by the boundless, deep blue of the Tsugaru Strait. Through the expansive windows, the passing seasons unfold like a moving masterpiece—from the delicate pale pink of spring cherry blossoms to the silent, silver-white blankets of a Hokkaido winter. Rising through the crisp mountain air, this short journey offers a serene escape that makes daily life feel a world away.

Upon arriving at the summit observatory, you are greeted by a world-class panorama awarded three stars by the "Michelin Green Guide Japan." The city’s unique, slender topography—cradled by the sea on both sides—is a marvel of natural symmetry. As evening falls, the landscape transforms into a shimmering carpet of light, where the warm glow of streetlamps sparkles like scattered jewels. The scent of the surrounding forest and the cool breeze at the peak heighten the magic of the view. Designed with full accessibility in mind, the observatory ensures that every visitor can experience this unforgettable spectacle in comfort.