Hakone Ropeway
Hakone Ropeway
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9:00 AM - 4:15 PM
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9:00 AM - 4:15 PM
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9:00 AM - 4:15 PM
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9:00 AM - 4:15 PM
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9:00 AM - 4:15 PM
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9:00 AM - 4:15 PM
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9:00 AM - 4:15 PM
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9:00 AM - 4:15 PM
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Glide through the skies in the world’s second-longest cable car, whose 13-passenger gondolas offer breathtaking panoramic views.
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- Rose CMelbourne, Australia92 contributionsBlack eggs and black curry bun! And a view!The ropeway (in my view more a cable car) provided an excellent morning of views and education, as well as the chance to eat black eggs (which taste like normal eggs), black curry bun (tasty!) and we also sampled a black icecream. However, the main activity was the ride over the thermal vents, and the viewpoint from the end of the ride. There was a geology museum, as well as a number of shops. The trip continued with another ride, this time to Lake Ashi, where there might have been a view of Mt Fuji, except for the customary cloud cover. There were a number of options for a lake trip, but we didn’t do this. The round trip was about $A50, so on the more expensive side for our large family, but worth it. Note: we walked to the base station from the Hakone village, which was a stiff climb of about an hour, and could have been done by bus or car. There was no real benefit to the walk, in that there were no views to speak of, but it was a good work out!Visited January 2020Written January 6, 2020
- bosoxpride101Fremont, California249 contributionsGreat view of Mount Fuji & lake AshiMy butt was frozen on a cold & breezy day but it was still a funtastic experience. The pirate ship dropped us off at togendai and we took the ropeway cable car up the mountain toward Owakudani. Each car can easily fit 10-14 guests. To the right we had a sunset view of Lake Ashi, to the left we got a stunning view of the iconic Mount Fuji in its full glories. Once arrived at Owakudani we explored the gift shops & sample the infamous black eggs & charcoal sesame ice cream, they made great IG. The smell of rotten egg was quite comforting as air escaped from the sulfur vents in the volcano valley below us.Visited October 2022Traveled with friendsWritten October 26, 2022
- razorbagelBaltimore, Maryland42 contributionsbeautiful and serene experience!the ropeway glides efficiently from sounzan, over the owakudani sulfur pits, down to one end of lake ashi. when we visited, fuji-san was showing off magnificently on the horizon in one direction, while skytree and tokyo were in the distance in the other direction. we even spotted one of the famous local wild boars! be sure to wave at passengers in the other cars as they pass :)Visited February 2020Written March 5, 2020
- BlobarellaSydney, Australia11 contributionsGreat views and lots of funFantastic views, a caldera and a crater lake! We went twice, the second day had a perfect view of Fuji-san. The pirate ships on Ashinoko at the bottom are bizarre but nice views from the lake too.Visited February 2023Written February 10, 2023
- doctoyouMakawao, Hawaii464 contributionsGet up there on a clear dayWe rallied up the first part on a sunny day and were rewarded to see Mt Fuji. It’s hard to get a great photo spot as they have staff blocking you from going along the roads etc. The staff is efficient and the cars load every 1 minute. The ride is super quiet. Get the day pass which includes round trip and the boat ride out and back if that is in your plans. <5 ride all for free, sweet.Visited January 2020Traveled with familyWritten January 23, 2020
- izyphotosMascot, Australia709 contributionsStunning viewsWe took the ropeway from Togenda-Ko (after the sightseeing cruise) to Owakudani where we enjoyed to scenery and stopped for lunch. Then continued onto Souzan. We were extremely fortunate to have wonderful weather and fantastic views of Mount Fuji all day! It's great that this is included in the Hakone Free Pass and so worth it. Due to the pandemic, crowds were minimal. It is a great way to experience Hakone.Visited March 2021Written January 2, 2022
- Amit B9 contributionsMt Fuji and the ropewaySuperb experience, going over the hills and a live volcanic crater with sulphur gas emitting. The ropeway takes you all the way to Ashi lake for a short cruise. We got magnificent views of Mt. Fuji from the ropeway. It was well worth the effort.Visited June 2023Written July 11, 2023
- zepned44Medford, New Jersey263 contributionsBeautiful Views of Fuji and Surrounding AreasWe were there on a nice cold cloudy day. We were warm enough inside the gondola and managed to sneak in some partial views of Mt. Fuji, Lake Ashi and the fumaroles in Owakudani. There were hardly any people due to the snow and cold and but it was still worth a trip.Visited January 2020Written March 5, 2020
- Mally PThailand262 contributionsGood service ropewayHakone Ropeway Staffs is friendly and careful. Easy way to go Owakudani. You can park car and buy ticket one-way or round-trip. In good weather day, you can see Fujisan view.Visited January 2020Traveled as a coupleWritten January 10, 2020
- Della GCoquitlam, Canada808 contributionsHakone RopewayNo matter where you go travelling via cable car, gondolas or ropeway, it is always an adventure. The panorama is superb and it offers an exciting view of the semi dormant volcanic mountain with the potent sulphuric odor permeating the air. It was beautiful to watch the sunset on our descent. Not a cheap trip from Hakone to the top of the mountain but quite a unique and memorable experienceVisited November 2019Written July 13, 2020
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Blobarella
Sydney, Australia11 contributions
Feb 2023
Fantastic views, a caldera and a crater lake! We went twice, the second day had a perfect view of Fuji-san. The pirate ships on Ashinoko at the bottom are bizarre but nice views from the lake too.
Written February 11, 2023
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doctoyou
Makawao, HI464 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
We rallied up the first part on a sunny day and were rewarded to see Mt Fuji. It’s hard to get a great photo spot as they have staff blocking you from going along the roads etc.
The staff is efficient and the cars load every 1 minute. The ride is super quiet. Get the day pass which includes round trip and the boat ride out and back if that is in your plans. <5 ride all for free, sweet.
The staff is efficient and the cars load every 1 minute. The ride is super quiet. Get the day pass which includes round trip and the boat ride out and back if that is in your plans. <5 ride all for free, sweet.
Written January 23, 2020
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izyphotos
Mascot, Australia709 contributions
Mar 2021
We took the ropeway from Togenda-Ko (after the sightseeing cruise) to Owakudani where we enjoyed to scenery and stopped for lunch. Then continued onto Souzan. We were extremely fortunate to have wonderful weather and fantastic views of Mount Fuji all day! It's great that this is included in the Hakone Free Pass and so worth it. Due to the pandemic, crowds were minimal. It is a great way to experience Hakone.
Written January 2, 2022
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Amit B
New Delhi, India9 contributions
Jun 2023
Superb experience, going over the hills and a live volcanic crater with sulphur gas emitting. The ropeway takes you all the way to Ashi lake for a short cruise. We got magnificent views of Mt. Fuji from the ropeway. It was well worth the effort.
Written July 11, 2023
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zepned44
Medford, NJ263 contributions
Jan 2020
We were there on a nice cold cloudy day. We were warm enough inside the gondola and managed to sneak in some partial views of Mt. Fuji, Lake Ashi and the fumaroles in Owakudani. There were hardly any people due to the snow and cold and but it was still worth a trip.
Written March 5, 2020
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Mally P
Thailand262 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Hakone Ropeway Staffs is friendly and careful. Easy way to go Owakudani. You can park car and buy ticket one-way or round-trip. In good weather day, you can see Fujisan view.
Written January 11, 2020
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Della G
Coquitlam, Canada808 contributions
Nov 2019
No matter where you go travelling via cable car, gondolas or ropeway, it is always an adventure. The panorama is superb and it offers an exciting view of the semi dormant volcanic mountain with the potent sulphuric odor permeating the air. It was beautiful to watch the sunset on our descent. Not a cheap trip from Hakone to the top of the mountain but quite a unique and memorable experience
Written July 14, 2020
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SteveS1970
Coventry, UK7,272 contributions
Mar 2020 • Friends
We came to the rope way by boat which was a lovely way to travel on a clear day then up in the cable car. Great views of the lake, Mount Fuji and the golf course which looked immaculate. Walked up to the shrine when we got to the top for great views.
Written March 19, 2020
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JennyValdi
Jacksonville, FL51 contributions
Apr 2023 • Friends
The ride up is really pretty, but that’s basically what it is. A ride to the top. Where everyone tries the black eggs. Lots of food and souvenirs to buy. We lucked out and had a clear day so it was a really good experience but I think if it were cloudy I’d pass.
Written April 27, 2023
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Madshus
Canberra, Australia1,371 contributions
Mar 2023 • Solo
It took a couple of mountain trains to Gora for me to reach this ropeway. Once on it was terrific. Awesome views of the Sulfur springs below. And if Fuji in the distance. Perhaps it wouldn’t now be built given the ever present risk of one of the fueroles blowing but a thrill nonetheless. Lots of souvenir shops at the other end and a great little cafe for breakfast.
Written March 8, 2023
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Lxcr
Brisbane, Australia2 contributions
Hello. I am hoping to take the ropeway to the Hakone Visitor Centre where I will start the Lake Ashi West Bank waking trail. Does anyone know if there is transport at the end of the trail to return you to the ropeway? Thank you.
GlobeTrotting550953
Ormond Beach, FL3 contributions
I am staying with my wife at a Ryokan in the Sengokuhara area. Can I take bus to Togendai, take round trip Lake Ashi cruise, take ropeway from Togendai to Owakudani station, and then return to Togendai and take bus back to Sengokuhara?
Seems to me that would take less time than going from Sengokuhara to Gora to start Ropeway. Please advise.
Thank you.
Perlyn L
Singapore, Singapore2 contributions
Hi, Is it worth to purchase the Hakone Free Pass given that some transport is out of service?
Thank you so much.
Alex J
Auckland, New Zealand39 contributions
We used the pass and stayed in Hakone on the last stop. Just the transport from Odawara station is 1500yen each way then if you do one activity it pretty much pays for itself. We took the pirate ship to the ropes (cable car) went all the way to Gora , took the bus to the Gora Park then took the bus back and it was all inclusive in the Freepass. We got the 3 day one as it was only 400yen more from memory but worth it
Evelyn
Singapore, Singapore
Hi, does any know whether can an we still visit this area ?Hakone river for Mt fuji view after typhoon no.19? I am visiting japan next week. Thank you .
Tokyo Local Sites
Bunkyo, Japan121 contributions
I guess things will be better by the time you visit next week but this is what's happening right now ~
The Odakyu Odawara Line, which connects Tokyo's Shinjuku Station with the Hakone area, is interrupted between Hadano and Shin-Matsuda Station until further notice. Substitute buses are running, but there will be delays. The Romancecar is not running. Consider using JR trains from Tokyo to Odawara, instead (but note that the JR trains are not covered by the Hakone Free Pass).
The tracks of the Hakone Tozan Railway were badly damaged, and trains will remain out of service between Hakone-Yumoto and Gora for an extended time period.
The Hakone Cablecar suffered some damage, but is scheduled to resume operation from October 17.
Many road sections remain closed.
As a result of the road closures, many bus lines are out of service. Buses resumed service today between Hakone-Yumoto, Moto-Hakone and Hakonemachi via the Hakone Shindo road, and the Odakyu Hakone Highway Bus is running between Shinjuku and Togendai, but most other bus lines remain out of service.
Despite the big impact on transportation, many tourist spots have reopened.
Unrelated to the typhoon, the Hakone Ropeway is currently closed between Sounzan and Ubako due to a volcanic no-entry zone.
Gary Woody
7 contributions
Is the ropeway re-opened again?
A few reviewers seem to enjoy their cable-car experience to the top (2 days ago) from 01 Oct 2019
Is the volcano safer to visit now? Expecting to visit Japan in Dec 2019 too :-)
iluv2eatntravel
San Diego, CA1,873 contributions
According to the travelwithamnet blog, as of Sept 25, 2019, only part of the ropeway has reopened ie between Ubako Station and Togendai Station. A further quote from the blog: "There is still a no-entry zone maintained for Owakudani, and the ropeway remains closed between Ubako Station and Sounzan Station. In order to compensate for this inconvenience, there is a substitute bus service running between Togendai, Ubako, and Sounzan."
Togendai Station is where the Lake Ashi cruise ships dock and Ubako Station is the next station up Mt Hakone from Togendai but its not all the way up (ie to Owakudani) but from Ubako, you can still get a good view of Lake Ashi and if there are no fogs, you might see Mt Fuji. I do hope and pray that by the time you visit in December 2019 the entire ropeway will be reopened for your enjoyment. Keep the faith!
Chandrasekaran M
Chennai (Madras), India
the closure of long rope way in Hakone is temporary [for maintanence] or its closed permanently ??
iluv2eatntravel
San Diego, CA1,873 contributions
Closed indefinitely due to seismic activities. Not only does this affect the Ropeway, it also affects Owakudani. Unfortunately no word on when these attractions will be re-opened.
sxp077
Dubai, United Arab Emirates205 contributions
I’m looking to visit Hakone as a day trip from Tokyo. What’s the best way to get to the ropeway from Hakone Yumoto station? We are looking at visiting the Open Air museum first and then catching the ropeway but it looks like most people start the ropeway at Togendai and not Gora?
We’re potentially doing this day trip on a Sunday - are the trains/opening hours slightly different on a Sunday?
Any advice on best ways to cover Hakone in a day would be highly appreciated!
iluv2eatntravel
San Diego, CA1,873 contributions
I was reading your question again and have a couple more thoughts. So first, assuming that the ropeway is operational during your visit, your plan to visit the Hakone Open Air Museum first is a good idea although I would recommend starting early and try to get to the museum at 9 am when they first open. It’s not so crowded and you have the option to spend a bit more time there. It’s also quite an experience going up the mountain riding the Tozan railway from Hakone Yumoto station to the museum. From the museum you can then catch the Tozan railway to Gōra to ride the Tozan cable car to Sounzan to ride the ropeway to Owakudani and then from Owakudani continue on the ropeway to Togendai to catch the Lake Ashi cruise to Motohakone ko. At Motohakone ko if you have time you can walk to nearby Hakone Shrine before going back to Motohakone ko to take the bus back to Odawara to go back to Tokyo. Pls check the bus schedule. That is one way round the Hakone ‘loop’. That was how my family and I did the loop but we started our journey for Odawara. You can also do things in the reverse direction but the Museum closes at 5 pm and it’s also usually more crowded in the afternoon. Again I recommend that you find out if the ropeway is operational.
khanna
new york337 contributions
Was the ropeway running in July?
The website seems to suggest its not operational because of the volcanic activity
rosie1166
Sydney191 contributions
We were there in April and all was fine. I think if it’s extremely windy they may stop it running. Maybe check volcanic activity in the area but I believe if it’s possible to run it they would as it’s a great tourist attraction. Hope that helps
Edwin S
15 contributions
Hi, since Hakone Ropeway is suspended, I'm thinking there is no point in going the normal route from Hakone-Yumoto -> Gora -> Sounzan --> Togendai. Instead how about to go from Hakone-Yumoto -> Moto-Hakone to take the Pirate ship round-trip ? That will save some time , right ? Will I miss anything ?
Also I plan to go to the Yunessun hot-spring theme park afterwards too.
Does that sound like a better plan since the Hakone Ropeway is suspended ?
Avi P
Tel Aviv, Israel729 contributions
If only one section is closed.dont miss. If all is closed and you can get to owakundi by bus. I would still recommend
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- Hakone Ropeway is open:
- Sun - Sat 9:00 AM - 4:15 PM
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