Shizukuishi Ginga Ropeway Base Station (雫石銀河ロープウェー 山麓駅)
Flow of the course
About 30 min here
About this spot
A night ropeway at Shizukuishi Ski Resort that takes you up to an elevation of 730m, where you observe the night sky with commentary from a 'star navigator.'
Season & hours
Name: 雫石銀河ロープウェー(雫石プリンスホテル)
Venue: 雫石銀河ロープウェー(雫石プリンスホテル)
Tips
It operates from April 18 to November 3, 2026, and the ascent time varies by month (19:30-20:00 from August to November). Prices are 2,200 yen for general admission and 1,500 yen for elementary school students. Capacity is 50 people per departure, and once full, guests are directed to the next departure, so early arrival is recommended. On cloudy days, the experience is switched to a screening on a 300-inch screen instead.
Best time to visit
During the ropeway's ascent hours (about 7 minutes one way)
How was this spot?
Access & map
020-0584 Nishine Kurikidaira, Shizukuishi Town, Iwate District, Iwate Prefecture
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2026 Shizukuishi Ginga Ropeway Starry Sky Full-Day Course
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