Mount Moiwa Ropeway Entrance
4.4
(2.9k)The Mount Moiwa Ropeway is a two-stage cable car system that takes you to the summit of Mount Moiwa, offering panoramic views of Sapporo. The journey involves a large cable car to a midway station, followed by a smaller cable car for the final ascent. You can also drive to the midway station during warmer months.
Address
5-chōme-3-7 Fushimi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 064-0942, Japan
Website
Opening Hours
10:30 AM – 9:30 PM (Thu)
Phone
+81 11-561-8177
Worth it?
Worth it for the stunning city views and a smooth ride
Skip if you dislike crowds or being packed into a cable car
Location
5-chōme-3-7 Fushimi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 064-0942, Japan
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Highlights
The ropeway ride itself offers increasingly beautiful views over Sapporo as you climb above the treetops and city skyline.
The observation deck at the summit provides stunning panoramic views of Sapporo, which are particularly beautiful at sunset and night.
Who it's for
This is for anyone looking for impressive city views, especially at sunset or night, and families with children.
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Know before you go
You can drive to the midway station from April to October, which allows for a lower fare for the final leg of the journey.
The route to drive up to the midpoint is closed during winter.
The place gets crowded at night, so consider visiting in the late afternoon to dusk to avoid the peak crowds.
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Reviews
4.4
Very good
5 ReviewsVisitors generally love the stunning panoramic views of Sapporo, especially at night, and appreciate the smooth ropeway ride and well-organized facilities. However, some found the ride to be overcrowded and the view from the observation deck underwhelming.
