Amanohashidate Cable Car

Amanohashidate Cable Car is a transportation system on Mount Monju that connects two stations across a distance of 0,4 kilometers. The ride climbs about 130 meters in elevation over quite steep terrain.

The cable car began operating in 1927 and closed during wartime before reopening in 1951 for visitors. These interruptions shaped its history as a transportation system in the region.

The cable car brings visitors to overlooks where they can try 'Matanozoki', a centuries-old custom of bending forward to view the sandbar through your legs. This playful ritual remains part of what people do when they visit this location.

The cable car operates year-round with short wait times between trips. A ride takes about four minutes and quickly brings visitors to the viewing area at the top.

The vehicles were built in the 1970s and rank among the most compact passenger cars in Japanese rail systems. Their small size makes them notable compared to similar transportation systems elsewhere.

Location: Miyazu

Inception: 1927

Official opening: August 13, 1927

Website: https://tankai.jp/amanohashidate_cablecar_chairlift

GPS coordinates: 35.58486,135.19558

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:46