Yamaman Yukarigaoka Line

Flow of the course

About this spot

This is a small new-transit system that circles the town of Yukarigaoka, a rarity even nationwide. It runs on an elevated track, so the viewpoint is high and you can look out over houses, fields and distant greenery; simply riding it feels like a small journey. A full loop brings you back in a short time, which is just right for little ones who finish before they get bored. Train-loving children will be delighted, and for adults too it is an interesting experience to look down on a 「town built to a plan」 from above. The air-conditioned cars are also a help for spending a morning coolly before the sun grows strong.

Tips

It is reassuring to check in advance whether transit IC cards can be used for the fare as well as cash. Service frequency changes with the time of day, so checking the timetable before you board cuts down on waiting. Folding your stroller before boarding makes it easier to move about inside the car. Since the loop returns you to the same station, it is easy to travel even while carrying your bags.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour. The morning, before the sun grows strong, is comfortable.

Access & map

Yukarigaoka Line