There are no regular holidays. We are open all year round, so you can visit us in any season. However, for safety reasons, we are closed for inspection once or twice a year.
In case of strong winds, we may suspend ropeway operations for safety reasons, regardless of the weather. You can check the operating status on our website.
We have wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) available. You can easily connect to the internet from Wi-Fi-enabled devices such as smartphones and tablets.
【 Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) Available Areas 】
Shinhotaka-Onsen Station, Nabedaira-kogen Station, Shirakaba-daira Station, Nishi-Hotaka-guchi Station
【 How to Use 】
You will need the specified SSID (passcode) and password. The SSID and password are posted inside the facility.
climate
The monthly average temperatures for the Shin-Hotaka Ropeway are listed in the Monthly Average Temperature List. Note that the temperature is said to change by 0.6°C for every 100 meters of elevation difference, so the temperature between Nishihotaka-guchi Station and Shin-Hotaka Onsen Station
Access
From Takayama City, head toward Hirayu and take National Route 158, National Route 471, and Prefectural Route 475.
This is an area with heavy snowfall, so winter equipment such as snow tires is required. Snowfall typically occurs from mid-November to early April.
Parking
Due to the size of the parking spaces, gate-style parking lots are not available. Please ask a staff member for information on available parking lots.
Mountain climbers should use the Takayama City-operated mountain climber parking lot or the mountain climber parking lot at Nabedaira Kogen Parking Lot (Nabedaira Kogen Parking Lot is closed in winter). Please refrain from parking on roads or premises other than parking lots, as this may obstruct traffic.
One-way tickets are valid only on the day of issuance. Round-trip tickets are valid only on the day of issuance for the “outbound” trip, and for three days from the day of issuance for the “return” trip.
As the gondola is used by many unspecified customers and is a closed space, we do not allow pets to ride in the gondola.
It is possible to ride the ropeway with a guide dog or service dog that has been trained in accordance with the Act on Assistance Dogs for Persons with Physical Disabilities. We ask for the understanding and cooperation of other customers who are riding the same ropeway.
There are no restrictions, but if you have any concerns about your health condition, please consult your doctor. Please be careful of changes in air pressure, as you will be moving to a high altitude in a short period of time.
Facilities
Restrooms are available at each ropeway station. However, due to water supply issues, the restroom at Nishihotaka-guchi Station may be unavailable at times.
There are some areas where stair lifts are used, but you can use elevators and ramps to reach Nishi-Hotaka-guchi Station in your wheelchair. There are also wheelchairs available for loan at Shin-Hotaka Onsen Station and Shirakaba-daira Station, which you are free to use. If you have a special wheelchair that cannot be used in the elevator, please ask a staff member for assistance.
Diaper changing tables
Diaper changing tables are available in the restrooms at Shinhotaka Onsen Station, Shirakaba-daira Station, and Nishi-Hotaka-guchi Station.
You can purchase items from the Shinhotaka Ropeway online shop. However, the items available for sale are limited.
Credit cards and electronic money can be used at facilities and restaurants (some stores may not accept them). *Some credit cards and electronic money may not be accepted.
Clothing
Nishihotakaguchi Station is at a high altitude so it may feel colder than you'd expect.
Nature
Our facility is located within the Chubu Mountain National Park. For the sake of nature conservation, we kindly ask that you refrain from picking plants.
