Hanazono Summer Gondola
Dates of Operation: April 26 - October 13
- May 7-31: Open weekends only. Closed on October 10.
*Walk-in only. Please purchase tickets at Hanazono 308 activity desk on the day of your visit. (Online booking is available for same-day use only. Click here to book.)
Hanazono Summer Gondola
Japan's first gondola produced by POMA, a French company, is now available for summer gondola rides.
The same gondola cabins for Symphony Gondola in winter are on the Hanazono 1 cables during summer to enable guests to access the top station of Hanazono 1, enjoying a walk in the air.
Enjoy a 6-minute ride from 308m to 658m, with panoramic views of majestic mountains. On clear days, you can even see Mt. Yotei, one of Japan's 100 famous mountains.
Your fluffy family members are also welcome! Near the summit station, you'll find benches, tables, and hanging chairs, making it perfect for a picnic. You can also enjoy a prime view of the HANAZONO ZIPFLIGHT in action.
Designed by Italy’s Pininfarina, the brand new 10-person Hanazono Symphony Gondola represents the pinnacle of modern gondola design and comfort and will be the first POMA *10-person Gondola installed in Japan. (*Summer Gondola is for 8 persons) Each cabin boasts individually embroidered, leather-trimmed seats, and an individual suspension system for each cabin.
Summer Gondola
Adult ¥2,000 (Age 13+) | Child ¥1,000 (Age 6-12) | Pets ¥500 | Children 5 and under: FREE
- Price is for a Round Trip,
- Operation Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
- Duration: 6 minutes One Way
- Maximum 8 persons in a cabin
- Pets must be in a cage or leash
Elevate your mood—and your view. A summer-only Sky Picnic experience.
Picnic in the Sky
¥3,000/1 set (for 1 person)
Dates of Operation: July 1 - August 31
This great value set includes a round-trip summer gondola ticket and snacksand drinks from Café Hanazono 308 by SPROUT. Enjoy a picnic on the benches or lawns on the mountain.
A basket with light snacks, drinks, and a picnic sheet will be provided.
- Snack: Choice of English muffin or hot dog.
- Drink: Choice of Americano, latte, apple juice, or orange juice.
- Please select your snack and drink at the counter.
Please visit out friendly staff at the Hanazono 308 activity desk.
Take a scenic gondola ride and walk on to the serene, mirror-like Kagami-numa.
Kagami-numa Trekking
Available: Mid-May to early October
Starting from the Summer Gondola top station, this 70–80 minute round-trip trail leads to Kagami-numa, a tranquil wetland famed for its mirror-likereflections.
Proper hiking gear and bear/insect precautions recommended.
NOTE
- There are no restrooms or restaurants near the summit station. Take-out at a cafe or hotel lounges at the foot of the mountain is recommended.
- The area near the summit station is unpaved, so please wear comfortable shoes. Baby strollers are not easy to push.
- The cabin is not air-conditioned so it will be hot inside on hot days. If you are not in good health, please refrain from using it.
- Gondola services may be suspended due to weather and other conditions.
Inquiries/Discounts
Inquiries
- Tel: +81 136 - 21 - 6688
- Email: bookings@harmonyresorts.com
- Office Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Discounts
Returning Guest Discount
Enjoy 50% OFF the Summer Gondola on the day of your activity in Hanazno. Mention it at the ticket counter.
Shiribeshi Local Discount
Special Offer for Residents of the Shiribeshi Area!
Click here for details.
Make your night magical-ride the gondola to Mountain Lights.
Mountain Lights
Adult ¥3,500 (Age 13 and up) | Child ¥1,600 (Age 6-12) | Pet ¥500
Experience a romantic night with magnificent light art… Mountain Lights is an immersive light art experience to enjoy both from the sky and on the ground.
Get 20% off with online purchases, and enjoy even greater discounts up to 60% off for resort activity participants!