Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ropeway
A 7-minute aerial walk to the fifth station of Kurodake in the Daisetsuzan mountain range. Feel the wind and get to the seventh station in 15 minutes by lift.
The ropeway connects the Sounkyo hot spring resort area to the 1984m Kurodake fifth station (1,300m above sea level). In spring, you can enjoy fresh greenery and Chishimazakura cherry blossoms, in summer, alpine plants and encounters with animals, and in autumn, colorful leaves and mountain climbing, all showcasing the natural beauty of Kurodake. Around Kurodake Station, there is a 30-minute walking trail dotted with an observatory (Takamatsudai) offering views of the summit of Kurodake and a museum, where you can enjoy a stroll while admiring the lovely alpine flora. Additionally, if you take the lift up to the seventh station (1,520m), you can enjoy the nature of Kurodake seen below the lift and the even more impressive views from the seventh station compared to the fifth station. If you have time, this is a must-see.
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- Category
- With friends
- Ropeways, lifts
- Couple
- Family
- Travel style
- Activities & Outdoors
- Mountain, ridge, plateau, marshland, canyon
- Red leaves, scenic spots, observation platforms
- Natural scenery, spectacular views
- Mountain climbing, trekking
- Experiences, tours
- Visit mountains and forests
- Travel Inspiration
- Have fun with the kids
- Nearest airports
General Information
- Postal code
- 〒078-1701
- Address
- 北海道上川町層雲峡
- Telephone Number
- 01658-5-3031（Rinyu Kanko）
- Open
- 6:00-18:00（Varies depending on the season）
- Prices
- paid
- Car Park
- 60 spaces, free
- Directions
- ●By bus: About 30 minutes from JR Kamikawa Station, get off at “Sounkyo” and walk About 5 minutes
●By car: About 25 minutes from Asahikawa-Monbetsu Expwy Kamikawa Sounkyo IC - Website
- Remarks
- Rest area inside the ropeway Sanroku Station: 38 seats in total
With a large single pane of glass, you can rest and enjoy the view of the magnificent Sounkyo Gorge and the Canyon Mall hot spring resort area.
Kurodake is a relatively easy mountain to climb. Even beginners can climb it as long as they are well equipped. It takes about 1.5 to 2 hours from the climbing office at the seventh station to the summit of Mt. Why not try climbing the mountain while enjoying the scenery and flowers? After climbing, you can relax at Sounkyo Onsen at the foot of the mountain.
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
