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Shinhotaka Ropeway

This is the only aerial lift in Japan with double-decker cabins. At an elevation of 2,200 m, the ropeway will take you on a journey above the clouds. When you ride on the ropeway, you can see the impressive sight of the various peaks, such as Mt. Kasagatake, Mt. Yarigatake, Mt. Nishihotakadake, and Mt. Yakedake. Enjoy the splendid scenery of the Northern Japan Alps that changes with the seasons. You can also visit various restaurants and galleries.

Open period : Open all year round Opening hours

  • From April to November : 8:30 to 16:00
  • August : 8:00 to 16:00
  • Saturdays, Sundays and holidays on October : 8:00 to 16:00
  • From December to March : 9:00 to 15:30

Regular holidays : none * Driving may be canceled for reasons such as bad weather, inspection, maintenance, etc. Fare

  • Round trip fare for 1st and 2nd line : 3,000yen for an adult / 1,500 yen for an child
  • One way fare for 1st and 2nd line : 1,700 yen for an adult / 850 yen for a child

*In case of 20 people or more, apply a group reduction. Parking fee :

    • Regular sized car : 600 yen -
    • Bus : 2,300 yen

Contact details : +81-578-89-2252 Address : Okuhidaonsengo Kansaka, Takayama-shi, Gifu, 506-1421, Japan  
[Shin-Hotaka Visitor Center "Sangaku-kan"] This is a mountain and nature themed exhibition hall by the Shinhotaka Ropeway No. 2 Station. You can also bathe in the natural hot spring open-air spa "Kamitakara-no-Yu". > For more information here.  
[Art gallery in highland "Hida-no-Kaze"] Art galleries introducing various arts and crafts expressing the impression received from Hida's lifestyle and the nature of Northern Japanese Alps. Opening hours : 9:00 to 16:15
  [Various restaurants and food shops] "Cafe Kasagatake" (at the 1st platform of Shinhotaka-Onsen staion)

      • Coffee : 310 yen
      • Wasabi(horseradish) soft ice cream : 410 yen
      • Shinhotaka Ra-men(noodle) : 750 yen
      • Sansai soba(noodle) : 750 yen

 

Takeout shop "Panorama" (at the 2nd platform of Shirakaba-Daira station)

      • Spit‐roasted Hida beef : 820 yen
      • Hida beef croquette : 260 yen

"Alps-no-Panya-san"(at the 2nd platform of Shirakaba-Daira station)

      • Croissant : 180 yen
      • Bean jam croissant : 280 yen
      • Chocolate croissant:280 yen

Cafeteria "Mount View"(at Nishi-Hotakakguchi station : summit)

    • Ra-men(noodle) : 800 yen 
    • Hida beef curry  : 1,100 yen
    • Coffee : 400 yen

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Enjoy an open-air bath on the bank of Gamata River 

Closed from wintertime to springtime (October 31 to late April).

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Nakazaki Sanso Okuhida-no-yu(新穂高温泉)

 

Adjacent to the Shinhotaka Ropeway No. 1 Station, these facilities combine day-trip spa and dining venues.


 


The bathrooms have natural spring water.


 


The restaurant within the facilities has a wide menu including items such as Hida beef hoba steak and ramen noodles.


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Kojin-no-yu(Open-air baths in Tochio area)

 

This is a public open-air bath located on a river beach of the Gamata River. To use the facility, just place a small donation (around 300 yen) into the collection box at the entrance. Signs written on large boulders indicate the changing rooms and open-air baths. Surrounded by the grand mountains, you can really feel the splendor of nature.

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Hirayu Minzokukan / Hirayu-no-yu(平湯温泉)

 

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You can visit and rest inside the Gassho-zukuri(*1) building free of charge.


Hirayu-no-yu" next to "Hirayu Minzokukan" is a day trip bathing facility that anyone can use for a small amount of money.


This is popular as a "Sotoyu"(*2) of Hirayu Onsen, and is characterized by its brownish-brown water.


After taking a bath, please spend it slowly on the tatami mat in the building of Gassho-zukuri.




*1 "Gasshozukuri" is a Japanese residential architecture style characterized by a steeply sloping roof.

*2 "Sotoyu" is a public bathing facility without accommodation.




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Mukashibanashi-no-sato, Isurugi-no-yu, Fukuji Kaseki-kan (Fossil Museum)(福地温泉)

 

“Mukashibanashi-no-Sato ” (Folk Tale Village) is a re-creation of a traditional mountain village of old Japanese houses, complete with sunken hearths. The facility has a public bathing space known as “Isurugi-no-Yu” with separate bathing for men and women and both indoor and open-air spa. Guests can enjoy a meal while sitting around the fireplace. The attached Fukuji Fossil Museum exhibits numerous fossils that have been found in the Fukuji area (free entry).

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Shin-Hotaka Visitor Center “Sangaku-kan” (in Shin-Hotaka Ropeway)(Open-air baths in Shin-Hotaka area)

 

This is a mountain and nature themed exhibition hall by the Shin-Hotaka Ropeway No. 2 Station. The visitor center hosts guided walks,  snow-shoe tours, and other events. Tourist information on surrounding areas is also provided. You can bathe in the natural hot spring open-air spa "Kamitakara-no-Yu". Snow shoe rental is available.

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Higaku-no-yu(新穂高温泉)

 

This is a facility within the Shinhotaka Onsen hot spring area where you can enjoy a spa day trip and dining. There is a model train diorama on display within the building, which is sure to delight train enthusiasts and all visitors. The facility has a broad open-air bath and also offers a wide menu of dishes such as Hida beef cuisine and various set meals.    


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Hirayu-no-mori(平湯温泉)

 

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Kami-no-yu(Open-air baths in Hirayu area)

 

In 1931, the local villages built a shrine dedicated to Fudo-Myo-Oh (the fearsome Wisdom King Acala, shrine) in the Hirayu-Onsen hot spring area.
Close by this shrine is the birthplace of the Hirayu-Onsen hot springs, “Kami-no-Yu” (Divine Hot Spring).
This is a public open-air bath where you can fully enjoy the atmosphere of Okuhida.
Just a 5-minute drive from the Hirayu bus terminal.
The facility is closed during the winter season (from snowfall in November to mid-April).

Currently, "Kami-no-Yu" is closed for repair.
We are sorry for the inconvenience, please understand.
I will let you know as soon as the schedule of resuming is decided.

In addition, an another public spa facility "Hirayu-no-Yu (in "Hirayu-Minzoku-kan")" is open in the Hirayu-Onsen area.
Please come and enjoy spa by all means.

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