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Play with nature, connect with the seasons.
At Shinhotaka Ropeway, you can enjoy exciting events and activities year-round, surrounded by breathtaking scenery that changes with each season. Unique moments and special experiences found only here await you.
Nabedaira Plateau Nature Trail
A 2.3km long nature trail located in the Nabedaira Plateau.
We recommend taking a relaxing stroll through the forest to refresh yourself.
1 Depart from Shirakabadai Station
Climb the road between Shirakabadaira Station and Nabehira Kogen Station.
2 Nature trail entrance
After climbing for a while, you will see the entrance to the nature trail on your left.
3 Beware of bears
The area near the nature trails is a bear habitat, so please be sure to ring the bells provided.
4 Yarigatake
As soon as you enter the nature trail, you will see Mount Yari on your right. Its beautiful, sharp peak has earned it the nickname "Japan's Matterhorn."
5 way down
Walk down the nature trail.
6 view point
After a while, you will arrive directly underneath the No. 1 Ropeway, so wave as the gondola passes by! From here, you can get a beautiful view of Mt. Kasagatake.
7 shortcut
Along the way, there is a shortcut to Shirakabadaira Station (former visitor center).
8 Yakedake
If you go further, the nature trail turns right, from where you can see Mount Yakedake, an active volcano.
9 arrival
If you go along the road next to the parking lot, you will see Shirakabadaira Station.
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period
Every year from May to mid-November (closed in winter)
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Fee
No. Anyone is welcome to wander around freely.
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Time required
About 1 hour
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others
It may be closed due to construction work.