Hodosan Ropeway

Hodo-san Ropeway

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A ropeway offering breathtaking views of the Chichibu mountain range and seasonal flowers. Around the summit station, you'll find Hodosan Shrine's inner sanctuary and a small animal park, making it a full-day sightseeing spot.

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HighlightsEnjoy an aerial ride with breathtaking views of the Chichibu mountain range.
Explore the summit station area, including Hodosan Shrine's inner sanctuary and a small animal park.
Admire seasonal flowers throughout the year.
Witness a stunning display of winter sweet in winter, plum blossoms in spring, and azaleas in early summer.
Enjoy panoramic views of Chichibu's townscape, Mount Bukou, and Mount Ryokami from the summit.

Basic Information

Address: Hodosan Ropeway, Nagatoro, Nagatoro-machi, Chichibu District, Saitama Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Saitama

Access: By Train: Chichibu Railway, Nagatoro Station. A 20-minute walk from the station. By Car: Approximately 20 kilometers from Route 140 (Hanazono Interchange exit). Approximately 13 kilometers from Route 299 (Chichibu City, Ueno). Free shuttle bus available (Nagatoro Station～Hodosan mountain foot parking lot) *For details on operating days, please check the "Hodosan Ropeway Announcements". *Operating hours are within the ropeway operating hours. *Please note that operation may be suspended depending on the circumstances. Show route

Op.Hours: Regular season (Feb. 16 - Nov. 15): 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Winter season (Nov. 16 - Feb. 15): 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Typically operates every 15 minutes, but may run every 5-10 minutes during peak seasons. Extended hours in summer and early morning operation on New Year's Day are also available. There is approximately a one-week closure period around January each year for inspection.

Cld.Days: Irregular holidays

Fee: Adults (12 years and older): One-way 650 yen, Round trip 1200 yen Children (6 years and older): One-way 320 yen, Round trip 600 yen Other rates available for regular groups, student groups, and disabled individuals. Please see the Nokogiriyama Ropeway website for details. Parking is a separate charge of 500 yen per vehicle (buses require reservations, motorcycles are free).

HP: https://www.hodosan-ropeway.com/

Overview

The Hodosan Ropeway is a ropeway located in Nagatoro-machi, Chichibu District, Saitama Prefecture, leading to the summit of Mount Hodosan (Hodosan), which stands at 497 meters above sea level. Nagatoro is a well-known tourist destination featuring stunning rock formations and gorges carved by the Arakawa River over many years, and Mount Hodosan is considered a symbol of Nagatoro. The Hodosan Ropeway opened in 1961 and has since become a beloved landmark in Nagatoro. Two gondolas (with a capacity of 50 people each) operate using a four-wire circulating system, moving between the summit and base stations. The ride to the summit takes about 5 minutes. From the summit, you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the majestic Chichibu mountain range. On clear days, you can see distant mountains, making it a truly breathtaking experience. Around the summit station, you'll find Hodosan Shrine's inner sanctuary and a small animal park, as well as seasonal flowers. Winter features winter sweet, spring boasts plum blossoms, and early summer brings vibrant azaleas, creating a stunning display of color. You can also enjoy views of Chichibu's townscape, Mount Bukou, and Mount Ryokami from the summit. The Hodosan Ropeway is a quintessential Chichibu sightseeing spot where you can experience nature and history and enjoy magnificent scenery. Be sure to ride the Hodosan Ropeway and experience the breathtaking views of Chichibu for yourself!