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- 1Shinhotaka Onsen Station
- 2Nabedaira Kogen (Plateau) Station
- 3Shirakabadaira Station
- 4Nishi-Hotakaguchi Station
- 5Itadaki no Mori (The Summit Forest)
1 Shinhotaka Onsen Station
This is a two-story station building. It is designed to be barrier-free from the first floor. Elevators and stair lifts are fully installed from the first floor to the second-floor platform, ensuring that wheelchair users can use the facility safely and with peace of mind.
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2 Nabedaira Kogen (Plateau) Station
Board the No.1 Ropeway (Downhill) Here. The entrance to the nature trail is located next to the station building.
To use the Second Ropeway (Uphill), please transfer at Shirakaba Station.
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3 Shirakabadaira Station
Board the No.2 Ropeway Here. On the second floor, you’ll find an Alpine bakery, a viewing lounge, and the ropeway boarding area.
A car park is available about a 5-minute walk from the station, with space for about 550 cars (closed in winter).
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4 Nishi-Hotakaguchi Station
Located at an altitude of 2,156 meters, this station features an observation deck on the rooftop, a restaurant on the 4th floor, the ropeway boarding area on the 3rd floor, and a souvenir shop on the 2nd floor.
Outside, you’ll find Itadaki no Mori (“Summit Forest”), where you can get even closer to nature with outdoor observation decks and terraces.
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5 Itadaki no Mori (The Summit Forest)
Adjacent to Nishihotakaguchi Station, Itadaki no Mori (The Summit Forest) is a nature-based experiential space created around the concept of “experiencing the untouched natural beauty of the world-renowned Northern Alps with all five senses.” The area features breathtaking viewpoints like the “Yari no Kairo” (Yari Corridor) and the tranquil “Oshirabiso no Michi” (Oshirabiso Trail), offering visitors a harmonious connection with nature and a truly memorable time.
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Mountain top area
Nishi-Hotakaguchi StationAltitude: 2,156 m
Located at an altitude of 2,156 meters, this station features an observation deck on the rooftop, a restaurant on the 4th floor, the ropeway boarding area on the 3rd floor, and a souvenir shop on the 2nd floor.
Outside, you’ll find Itadaki no Mori (“Summit Forest”), where you can get even closer to nature with outdoor observation decks and terraces.
Facilities
Restrooms (accessible), elevator, first-aid room, nursing room
Itadaki no Mori (The Summit Forest)
Adjacent to Nishihotakaguchi Station, Itadaki no Mori (The Summit Forest) is a nature-based experiential space created around the concept of “experiencing the untouched natural beauty of the world-renowned Northern Alps with all five senses.” The area features breathtaking viewpoints like the “Yari no Kairo” (Yari Corridor) and the tranquil “Oshirabiso no Michi” (Oshirabiso Trail), offering visitors a harmonious connection with nature and a truly memorable time.
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Nishihotakaguchi Station Observation Deck
The observation deck on the rooftop of Nishihotakaguchi Station offers a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view of the Northern Alps, including Mount Nishihotaka, Mount Yari, and Mount Kasagatake. The spectacular scenery from here has been awarded two stars in the Michelin Green Guide Japan.
Yamabiko Postbox (Echo Postbox)
The highest-altitude postbox in Japan, available for year-round collection. Why not send a postcard as a special souvenir?
Nishi-Hotakaguchi Station 4F
Café & Light Meals
Mount View
At Mount View on the 4th floor of Nishihotakaguchi Station, we serve a wide variety of dishes made with carefully selected local ingredients. Enjoy unique menu items you can only taste here!
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Nishi-Hotakaguchi Station 2F
Nishihotakaguchi Station Souvenir Shop
MEGUMI
Located at an altitude of 2,156 meters, MEGUMI offers a wide selection of exclusive items you can find only at Nishihotakaguchi Station. The popular Summit series, created in collaboration with mont-bell, is a must-see! Other favorites include Cloud Sea Mochi, inspired by the mystical sea of clouds, and our original Japanese sake, Tenku Unkai Nigori (Sky Cloud Sea Nigori).
View Souvenirs & GoodsMidpoint Area
Shirakabadaira Station Altitude: 1,308 m
Board the No.2 Ropeway Here. On the second floor, you’ll find an Alpine bakery, a viewing lounge, and the ropeway boarding area.
A car park is available about a 5-minute walk from the station, with space for about 550 cars (closed in winter).
Facilities
Restrooms (accessible), elevator
Shirakabadaira Station 2F
Alps Bakery
A bakery located on the 2nd floor of Shirakabadaira Station. Our most popular item is the croissant, but we also offer a wide selection of original breads, such as gondola bread and Hoba Miso Bread. Relax in the View Lounge and enjoy your treats while admiring the magnificent scenery.
パンメニューを見る
Shirakabadaira Station 2F
View Lounge
Located right next to the Alps Bakery is a bright and open view lounge. Relax on the specially selected sofas and enjoy the spectacular view.
Shirakabadaira Station Foot Bath
The foot bath is right in front of Shirakabadaira Station. Relax and enjoy views of the gondola as you soak your feet. Grab some takeout snacks or freshly baked bread to enjoy while you unwind.
(Nature Trail)
Nature Trail
A 2.3 km nature trail in Nabedaira Kogen. In winter, it transforms into a snowshoe hiking course. It’s perfect for a relaxing stroll through the forest, where you can unwind and refresh yourself. You can also enjoy learning about local plants and wildlife along the way.。
View the trail course
Nabedaira Kogen (Plateau) StationAltitude: 1,305 m
Board the No.1 Ropeway (Downhill) Here. The entrance to the nature trail is located next to the station building.
To use the Second Ropeway (Uphill), please transfer at Shirakaba Station.
Foot of a mountain area
Shinhotaka Onsen StationAltitude: 1,117 m
Board the No.1 Here. On the first floor, you’ll find a snack corner and a shop. The ropeway boarding area is on the second floor. A car park with space for about 160 cars is available next to the station. You’ll also find a bus stop with services to Takayama Station.
Facilities
Toilets (accessible), coin lockers, elevators
Shinhotaka Onsen Station 1F
Shinhotaka Onsen Station Shop
You’ll find a wide variety of Hida specialties, including Hida beef delicacies and local sake, plus many items available only at the ropeway. There’s also the largest mont-bell corner in the Hida region, featuring exclusive “36” (San-roku, meaning ‘at the foot of the mountain’) goods you won’t find anywhere else.
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Shinhotaka Onsen Station 1F
Café & Light Meals
Kasagatake
A coffee shop located on the first floor of Shinhotaka Onsen Station.
In addition to soft drinks, light meals like ramen and croquettes are also served. Feel free to stop by for a break or while waiting to meet others.