What are the opening hours of Hakodateyama Ropeway?

10:00 to 22:00 (until 21:00 from October to mid-April)

What is the admission price for Hakodateyama Ropeway?

Oneway: 1200 yen round trip: 1800 yen

Mount Hakodate

Q: How do I get to Mount Hakodate?

By Ropeway: The Hakodateyama Ropeway departs from the Motomachi District. It's a 10-minute walk from the Jujigai tram stop (5 minutes, 210 yen from Hakodate Station) or a 10-minute bus ride (250 yen). The ropeway operates every 15 minutes. By Direct Bus: From late April to mid-November, there are multiple buses per hour from Hakodate Station to Mount Hakodate's summit in the evenings (30 minutes, 500 yen one way). The buses are covered by day passes. By Car: A toll-free road leads to the summit from mid-April to mid-November. However, individual car traffic is not allowed in the evenings between 17:00 and 22:00 (16:00 to 21:00 in October and November).

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Mount Hakodate (函館山, Hakodateyama) is a 334-meter-high mountain located at the southern tip of the peninsula where central Hakodate sits. The mountain offers breathtaking views, especially on clear days and nights, and is recognized as one of Japan's top three spots for night views, alongside Nagasaki's Mount Inasa and Kobe's Mount Rokko.

Visitors can reach the summit via ropeway, bus, or car, and once at the top, they can enjoy free observation platforms, a café, souvenir shops, and a restaurant. Whether you're there for the stunning panoramic views or a relaxing break in a cozy café, Mount Hakodate offers a memorable experience for all.

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By Ropeway:
The Hakodateyama Ropeway departs from the Motomachi District. It's a 10-minute walk from the Jujigai tram stop (5 minutes, 210 yen from Hakodate Station) or a 10-minute bus ride (250 yen). The ropeway operates every 15 minutes.

By Direct Bus:
From late April to mid-November, there are multiple buses per hour from Hakodate Station to Mount Hakodate's summit in the evenings (30 minutes, 500 yen one way). The buses are covered by day passes.

By Car:
A toll-free road leads to the summit from mid-April to mid-November. However, individual car traffic is not allowed in the evenings between 17:00 and 22:00 (16:00 to 21:00 in October and November).