It holds the title of the only Japanese ropeway that travels over the surface of a lake.
The cable line spans 723 meters across the waters of Lake Hamana.
The summit station features a unique 'Orgel' (musical box) memorial museum and a large carousel.
The ropeway provides an unobstructed aerial view of the nearby Hamanako Pal Pal amusement park.
The mountain station offers a dedicated 'Bell of Happiness' for visitors to ring.
The Kanzanji Ropeway is the only ropeway in Japan that crosses over a lake. Spanning Lake Hamana, it connects the Kanzanji Onsen resort area to the summit of Mount Okusa. The aerial tramway covers a distance of 723 meters with a vertical ascent of approximately 113 meters. At the summit, visitors access the Okusayama Observation Deck, which offers 360-degree panoramic views of Lake Hamana and the Pacific Ocean. A musical carousel is located at the top station, which plays a melody every hour. The transit time between the two stations is approximately four minutes. The facility operates as part of the wider Hamanako Pal Pal amusement park complex. It serves as a primary vantage point for observing the surrounding Shizuoka topography.
The viewing platform at the Mount Okusa summit station looking back across the lake toward the Kanzanji Onsen district.
Check the weather conditions before heading out, as high winds can lead to temporary service suspensions.
Look for combined ticket options if you plan to visit the adjacent amusement park or the Orgel museum.
Try to secure a position near the windows in the gondola for the best perspective of the water.
Avoid visiting during heavy fog or typhoon season, as the aerial views will be significantly obstructed and operations may be halted.
Operations may be suspended during extreme weather or for periodic maintenance checks.
