Mount Tsukuba Ropeway — Local services in Tsukuba

The Mount Tsukuba Ropeway is a scenic cable car system located on Mount Tsukuba, one of Japan’s most famous mountains, situated in Ibaraki Prefecture, northeast of Tokyo. The ropeway provides visitors with an easy and breathtaking way to ascend part of the mountain, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, especially during clear weather when the Tokyo skyline and Mount Fuji are visible.

Overview

• Location: Mount Tsukuba is about 877 meters (2,877 feet) tall and is famous for its twin peaks, Nyotai-san (877 meters) and Nantai-san (871 meters), which represent the mythical male and female deities. The ropeway connects the foothills to the summit of Nyotai-san, the higher of the two peaks. • Accessibility: The ropeway offers a convenient and enjoyable alternative for those who prefer not to hike the entire distance to the summit. It provides quick access to the upper reaches of the mountain, making it an ideal option for visitors of all ages, including families and...

Ropeway was not too crowded, and the view was nice both ways. Apparently on clear days you can see Mt. Fuji, but it was too hazy when we visited. Ticket price isn't too expensive. Line for the return trip was longer, so keep in mind if you need to be down by a certain time.

It’s smart of them to have the exit lead through the gift shop on the way out. Watch out for your wallet! Parking lot seemed pretty spacious and was less crowded than the area around the cable car.

When we visited in late April, the azaleas by the base station were close to full bloom and...

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筑波山ロープウェイの往復料金はいくら？ 大人往復　1,300円 小児往復　650円 ※5歳以下無料

筑波山ロープウェイはどこから乗るの？ つつじヶ丘駅 筑波山ロープウェイつつじヶ丘駅は、筑波山ロープウェイの山麓の発着駅になります。 標高は542mとなっており、筑波山を車で上った場合に行くことができる、一番高いところになります。

筑波山ロープウェイは運行時間は？ 9時20分〜16時40分 ※2023年11月現在

筑波山ロープウェイの夜間運行は？ 筑波山頂からの夜景をお楽しみいただくために、期間限定で営業しています。 ロープウェイは毎年10月から翌年2月までの土日祝日に夜の運行を行っております。 期間中は20時まで営業しています。 ケーブルカーも11月の土日祝日、20時まで営業しています。

How much is the round trip fare for Mt. Tsukuba Ropeway? Adult round trip 1,300 yen Child round trip 650 yen *Free for children under 5 years old

Where can I ride the Mt. Tsukuba Ropeway? Tsutsujigaoka Station Mt. Tsukuba Ropeway Tsutsujigaoka Station is the departure and arrival station for the Mt. Tsukuba Ropeway at the foot of the mountain. At an altitude of 542m, it is the highest point you can reach if you drive up Mt. Tsukuba.

What are the operating hours of Mt. Tsukuba Ropeway? 9:20am - 4:40pm *As of November 2023

Does the Mt. Tsukuba Ropeway operate at night? We are open for a limited time so that you can enjoy the night view from the top of Mt. Tsukuba. The ropeway operates at night on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from October to February of the following year. It is open until 20:00 during the period. The cable car is also open until 8pm on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays...