Mount Usu Ropeway
Approximately 6-minute aerial tour, spectacular views overlooking Lake Toya and Mount Yotei
The Mount Usu Ropeway, departing from Kazan Mura at the foot of Showa-Shinzan, heads to the summit station of Mount Usu in an approximately 6-minute aerial tour.
As the gondola ascends, the reddish-brown slopes of Showa-Shinzan spread below, with the blue surface of Lake Toya shining beyond. Further in the distance, Mount Yotei rises into the sky with its beautiful Fuji-like shape. In autumn, autumn foliage dyes the mountains red and yellow, creating breathtakingly beautiful color contrasts. After arriving at the summit station and walking about 7 minutes to the Crater Plain Observatory, you can see the rough terrain of the crater plain spreading below and mountain ranges continuing into the distance.
Continuing along the walking trail, you can proceed to the Ginnuma Crater and Mount Usu Outer Rim Observatory while viewing Usu, Ko-Usu, and Usu-Shinzan. On the walking trail where wind blows through, the distinctive sulfurous scent of volcanoes drifts, and bird calls can be heard in the distance. While feeling the breath of an active volcano, you can experience Hokkaido's magnificent nature.
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- Category
- With friends
- Ropeways, lifts
- Shopping
- Solo trip
- Guys' trip
- Couple
- Family
- Travel style
- Souvenirs
- Lake and marsh, waterfall, pond, dam
- Mountain, ridge, plateau, marshland, canyon
- Red leaves, scenic spots, observation platforms
- Natural scenery, spectacular views
- Experiences, tours
- Travel Inspiration
- Enjoy spectacular views
- Have fun with the kids
- Adventure Travel
- Nearest airports
General Information
- Postal code
- 〒052-0102
- Address
- 北海道壮瞥町字昭和新山184-5
- Telephone Number
- 0142-75-2401
- Open
- Summer: 8:15-17:45, Winter: 9:00-16:00 (Depends on season)
- Closed
- Open all year round (closed in winter for vehicle inspections)
- Prices
- Junior high school students and above: 2,000 yen, Elementary school students: 1,000 yen
- Car Park
- 400 spaces, charged
- Directions
- ●By bus: About 15 minutes from JR Toya Station by Donan Bus bound for Toyako Onsen, and get off at the last stop. Transfer to Donan Bus bound for Showa Shinzan (not available in winter), about 15 minutes, get off at the last stop and walk shortly
●By car: About 15 minutes from Hokkaido Expwy Toyako Abuta IC - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
