The Komagatake Ropeway uses a double-track cable system that can transport up to 101 passengers per cabin.
The mountain summit is home to the Hakone Mototsumiya Shrine, a sub-shrine of the historic Hakone Shrine, which was relocated to the peak during the Kamakura period.
The temperature at the summit is typically 5 to 10 degrees Celsius cooler than at the lakeside station.
The ropeway system was originally opened in 1963 to facilitate tourism to the volcanic peak.
The summit area features distinct volcanic topography formed by the collapse of the central cone of the Hakone volcano.
Hakone-en Station serves as the primary base station for the Hakone Komagatake Ropeway, located on the eastern shore of Lake Ashi. The station connects directly to the mountain summit, reaching an elevation of 1,357 meters. It is situated within the Hakone-en complex, which includes a local aquarium and lakeside shopping facilities. The ropeway provides the most direct transit to the Komagatake peak, where the Mototsumiya Shrine is located. On clear days, the summit offers unobstructed views of Mount Fuji and the Izu Peninsula. The facility is managed by Prince Hotels and Resorts and acts as a central hub for visitors exploring the Motohakone area.
The viewing platform at the Komagatake summit, looking toward Mt. Fuji across Lake Ashi.
Check the live camera feed on the official website before traveling, as heavy fog often obscures the view from the summit.
Bring a windbreaker or additional layer, as the wind speed at the summit is significantly higher than at the base.
Combine your trip with a visit to the adjacent Hakone-en Aquarium for a full-day itinerary.
Do not attempt the ascent if local weather reports indicate heavy cloud cover, as visibility at the summit will be zero.
Operations may be suspended during high-wind events or extreme weather conditions.
