Biwako Valley Ski Resort & Ropeway from Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe or Nara

Biwako is only 90 minutes drive away from Osaka. We can also pick you up and drop you off in Kyoto, Kobe, Nara or Osaka.

Four seasons in Biwako Valley

・SPRING – Virtual midair “stroll” from the base of the mountain where the cherry blossoms bloom
・SUMMER – Vibrant greenery and dynamic mountain scenery
・FALL – A carpet of bright autumn leaves stretch out underfoot
・WINTER – Snow as far as the eye can see

BIWAKO VALLEY ROPEWAY

Japan’s fastest ropeway with 360-degree glass cabins. The Biwako Valley ropeway arriving at the top of the mountain in around 5 minutes. The ropeway travels at 7m/second to ensure the scenery can be enjoyed at a leisurely pace.

Total length: 1,783m
Height difference: 782.23m
Speed per second: 12m
Capacity: 121 passengers