🚡 Spot Overview
The Nihondaira Ropeway connects the scenic Nihondaira plateau with Kunōzan Tōshōgū Shrine, offering a short but spectacular aerial journey over lush forest and steep mountain slopes. The 1,065‑meter ride provides sweeping views of Suruga Bay, the coastline, and seasonal landscapes.
It is the most convenient and enjoyable way to reach the historic Kunozan Toshogu shrine without climbing long stone steps. The ropeway operates frequently, making it easy to combine with nearby attractions such as Nihondaira Yume Terrace and the tea‑themed Ocha Kaikan. A smooth, scenic experience ideal for travelers of all ages.
🌟 Highlights – Nihondaira Ropeway
- Scenic Aerial Ride
Glide over forested slopes with views of Suruga Bay and the coastline. - Direct Access to Kunōzan Tōshōgū
The easiest and most enjoyable way to reach the historic shrine. - Short & Smooth Journey
Approx. 5 minutes each way, operating every 10–15 minutes. - Great Photo Opportunities
Beautiful views in all seasons—especially clear winter skies. - Close to Major Attractions
Steps away from Nihondaira Yume Terrace and Ocha Kaikan.
💡 Useful Tips for Visitors
- Best visibility: mornings or winter months for clear views of the bay.
- Check operating hours—they vary by season.
- Round‑trip tickets are convenient if returning to Nihondaira.
- Avoid peak times (weekends/holidays) for shorter lines.
- Combine with: Kunōzan Tōshōgū, Yume Terrace, or a walk on the Nihondaira plateau.
🚐 Access from Shimizu Port (Hinode Pier)
1. Taxi – Fastest & Most Convenient
- Travel time: approx. 20–25 minutes
- Direct access to the Nihondaira Ropeway Station.
2. Shuttle Bus → JR Shimizu Station → Bus to Nihondaira
- Shuttle Bus
- Hinode Pier → JR Shimizu Station（10 min）
- Local Bus
- Shimizu Station → Nihondaira Ropeway Station（approx. 30–35 min）
- Walk
- Bus stop → Ropeway entrance（approx. 3 minutes）
Total: approx. 45–55 minutes
📍 Location
Address: 597 Kusanagi, Shimizu-ku, Shizuoka-shi
Located at the summit of Nihondaira, directly connected to Kunōzan Tōshōgū via the ropeway.
Sights and Experience from Shimizu Port
■Shimizu Area
S-Pulse Dream Plaza (Shimizu Port), Shimizu Ryugeji Temple, Shimizu Seishintei Tea House, Shimizu Funakoshi Tsutsumi Park, Shizuoka, Shimizu Shimizu Ekimae Ginza Shopping Street, Shimizu Shimizu Fish Market, Riverside Market, Shimizu Shimizu Port Seamen’s Inn Museum”SUEHIRO”, Shimizu Minowa Inari Shrine, Shimizu Shimizuminato Jirocho Seika (Jirocho’s Birthplace), Shimizu Miho no Matsubara Nihondaira ( Yume-Terrace) Nihondaira Ocha Kaikan Nihondaira Ropeway Nippondaira Hotel Kunozan Toshogu Shrine Satta Pass Jiji-in Temple, Shizuoka ▲Shizuoka City Tokaido Hiroshige Museum of Art 【Long-Term Closure】
■Shizuoka Area
Oden Yokocho ( Aoba Yokocho), Shizuoka Shizuoka City Museum of History Shizuoka Gofuku-cho Shopping Street Shizuoka Hobby Square Shizuoka Sengen Shrine, Shizuoka Sumpu Castle Park, Shizuoka
■Eastern Shizuoka Area
Lake Ashi (Ashinoko) Hakone Area Owakudani Valley, Hakone Mishima Sky Walk Fuji Safari Park Fuji Bussharito Heiwa Park, Gotemba Gotemba Premium Outlets, Gotemba Mt.Fuji World Heritage Centre, Shizuoka Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha Shrine, Fuji-City Jinba Falls, Fujinomiya Lake Tanuki Shiraito Falls, Fujinomiya Taiseki-Ji Temple, Fujinomiya Obuchi-sasaba, Fuji-City
■Close to Mt.Fuji
Oshino Hakkai Lake Kawaguchi Lake Motosu Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nemba Arakurayama Sengen Park, Fujiyoshida Kitaguchihongu Fuji Sengenjinja, Fujiyoshida Narusawa Ice Cave Yurari Hot Springs （Fuji Chobo no Yu Yurari）