Located in 257 Senjojikishita, Gifu City in Gifu Prefecture, Mount Kinka Ropeway (金華山ロープウェー) also called Kinkazan Ropeway is an aerial lift line that brings visitors to the top of Mt. Kinka.
Mount Kinka Ropeway (金華山ロープウェー)
Mount Kinka Ropeway History
Operated by the Gifu Kanko Sakudo, Mt. Kinka Ropeway opened in 1955. The ropeway gate or the station at the foot of the mountain is built in the vicinity of Gifu Park while the summit station was built around 320 meters on top of the mountain. The ropeway line has a distance of 599m or 1966 feet.
The gondolas have a passenger capacity of 46 people per cabin. It operates at a speed of 3.6 meters per second which means that a one-way trip takes approximately 3-4 minutes. Riding Mt. Kinka Ropeway is not free though. Check out the 2018 rates below.
Check out the fare matrix for the Mt. Kinka Ropeway
Time to buy our tickets
Kinkazan Ropeway Fare:
Adult (12 years and above): 620 yen (one-way) / 1080 yen (round-trip) Child (4-11 years old): 280 (yen one-way) / 540 yen (round-trip) Child (0-3 years old): FREE
However, a 50% discount is given to people with disabilities.
Got our tickets
Mt. Kinka Ropeway's operation hours vary depending on the seasons, but it is generally open from 9AM to 6PM. It runs every 15 minutes every weekday and every 10 minutes on weekends and holidays.
My wife seems excited to ride Kinkazan Ropeway
Kinkazan Ropeway's gondola
Time to ride the ropeway!
What's great about Mt. Kinka Ropeway is that it gives everyone a chance to get to the top of the mountain. For those who don't know, Mt. Kinka is famous for Gifu Castle which was built at its peak. Aside from that, there are also other attractions on the mountain top that you might want to check out like the Gifu Castle Archives Museum, Squirrel Village, and the Observation Deck Restaurant.
The station at the foot of the mountain
Tip: When riding the gondola, choose the side facing the station at the foot of the mountain
Here's the view if you are facing away from the station at the foot of the mountain
Keep an eye out for this pagoda when riding the ropeway
The view gets better as you get higher
My family and I got to try out Mr. Kinka Ropeway on the 18th day of our 2018 Japan trip. We definitely needed to ride the ropeway to visit Gifu Castle because we brought my 5-year-old daughter along with us on this adventure. Since it was not my first time riding a ropeway, I already know that the best side of the gondola is always the part facing the station at the foot of the mountain as it usually provides a beautiful panoramic view compared to the tree-covered mountainside. In the case of Mt. Kinka Ropeway, you get a panoramic view of Gifu City with the Nagara River at its center.
The ropeway on the left and the castle on the right + the squirrel
Here's a short video of our Mount Kinka Ropeway Ride:
Mt. Kinka Ropeway Operating Hours:
Mar 16 - May 11 - 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
May 12 - Oct 16 - 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Oct 17 - Mar 15 - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
New Year's Day - 5:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Why ride Mt. Kinka Ropeway?
Overall, riding Mt. Kinka Ropeway is perfect for those who want to quickly reach the peak of Mt. Kinka and also those who want a quick visit to Gifu Castle. It would definitely reduce travel time hence giving visitors more time to explore Gifu City.
Getting to Mt. Kinka Ropeway:
From JR Gifu Station, ride a bus N12 and board down at Nagarabashi bus stop. From there the Mt. Kinka Ropeway terminal is just about 3-5 minutes away by foot.
I have never been on a vacation where I could ride on a rope-way. This is a very intriguing travel spot. Thank you for sharing the pictures. They are beautiful.
This looks like a great adventure. I took a ropeway when I traveled in Yokohama a couple of years ago. Maybe this will be on the list of places to visit as I live in Nagoya.
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DeleteThe photos look fab! I love these methods of travel, so scenic!
ReplyDeleteI agree Zoe. Riding a ropeway is really a great experience.
DeleteThat looks like an amazing view!
ReplyDeleteIt is. =) You should try out the Kinkazan Ropeway.
DeleteBeautiful and bright photos! makes you feel like you are right there too. I love gondola rides! such a fun way to see the sights
ReplyDeleteThank you Cendu! You should come visit Japan and experience more of this.
DeleteWow, really interesting read. I also love to travel but hardly could find time for it. Your adventures refresh my mind and motivate me to travel
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DeleteI have never been on a vacation where I could ride on a rope-way. This is a very intriguing travel spot. Thank you for sharing the pictures. They are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome Janet. Please do visit Mt Kinka in Gifu.
DeleteThat looks so awesome
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DeleteI have always been a daredevil so this kind of stuff sounds fun but the hubs would never go along with it
ReplyDeleteI do hope you get to try this one out. However, you won't need your adrenaline for this one. =P
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DeleteMy kinda place. I like to visit adventerous and greenery places. Ropeway is one of the things I love too because we can capture beautiful views:)
ReplyDeleteThe view while riding the ropeway is amazing. You would surely love it.
DeleteI love ropeways and this surely looks so wonderful.
ReplyDeleteI agree. =) Please visit Gifu City to expereince this one.
DeleteLooks like a great time with amazing views!
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DeleteLove the view look so beautiful and perfect for adventure :) awesome photos!
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DeleteThat looks like so much fun! What a way to travel in style, I’ve never gone on a ropeway before
ReplyDeletePlease do try Kinkazan Ropeway when you visit Japan. You'd surely love it.
DeleteWow, I need to check this out. Looks like it is worth the ride with the beautiful views. What a great adventure!
ReplyDeletePlease do Laura. Riding the Kinkazan Ropeway is something you should try.
DeleteThis looks amazing and the photos are stunning! But I have fear of heights- I wish I could do this!
ReplyDeleteOh! Don't worry. The ropeway is totally safe to ride. This could probably help you get over your fear of heights. =)
DeleteMt. Kinka is really one of the most amazing places to visit in the prefecture.
ReplyDeleteThis looks like a great adventure. I took a ropeway when I traveled in Yokohama a couple of years ago. Maybe this will be on the list of places to visit as I live in Nagoya.
ReplyDeleteNice! You're just a train/bus ride away. Please do come visit Gifu City.
DeleteMy kids and I took that trip and ride and it was memorable. Your photos are really fantastic.
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DeleteSome great photos, the gondola looks awesome!
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ReplyDeleteIt must be so exciting to ride on the ropeway..The view from the top is breathtaking.
ReplyDeleteIt was. I highly suggest it. Japan has plenty of ropeways so please include riding one in your itinerary when you visit the country.
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