Aerial views and big sky
A 6-seater gondola ride takes 10 minutes one way to the 1,000-meter elevation point. The view below is one of the most spectacular in Hokkaido, and includes Mt. Yotei, Lake Toya, Mt. Usu, and Funka Bay.
Summer gondola
Operating hours and fees
- Free of charge for preschool children
- The service may be suspended in the event of inclement weather.
- Holders of a Physical Disability Certificate or Rehabilitation Certificate, please present it at the ticket counter to receive a discount for disability certificate holders. The same discount applies to one accompanying caregiver.
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Hours*Operating hours are subject to change depending on the weather and sunset conditions.
- 9:00 – 16:30
(last ascent: 16:00 / last descent: 16:30) - 9:00 – 19:00
(last ascent: 18:30 / last descent: 19:00) - Non-business day
Fees
| Type | Round-trip / one-way | Adults | Children (elementary school students) |
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| Regular fee | Round-trip | ¥1,600 | ¥800 |
| one-way | ¥1,000 | ¥500 | |
| Group discount (10 or more people) |
Round-trip | ¥1,450 | ¥720 |
| one-way | ¥900 | ¥450 | |
| Discounts for people with disabilities |
Round-trip | ¥800 | ¥400 |
| one-way | ¥500 | ¥250 |
On days when the Hirafu summer gondola is in operation, you can also use the gondola on the return trip.
When using the gondola
Pets
Pets are allowed on the gondola. Please use a leash or cage when boarding.
Please do not let go of the leash or let an animal out of a cage after disembarking from the gondola.
We are not responsible for any problems between customers or accidents caused by pets.
Wheelchairs
Please tell the ticket counter staff if you are using a wheelchair. The staff will assist you.
- Wheelchair users using the Annupuri gondola should check the size between the left and right tires of their wheelchair. (It may not be possible to use the gondola due to the shape of your wheelchair, even if the size can fit into the gondola.)
- Please note that the observatory is not wheelchair accessible from the summit station.
- The width of the gondola entrance is 58 cm. Please confirm this size in advance.
Payment method
Credit cards and electronic money can be used to pay the gondola fees.
