Naka, Tokushima
17 Sweeping Views All the Way to Wakayama from the Longest Ropeway in Western Japan
Connecting Tairyu-ji Temple, the 21st temple on the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage, from its 600-meter altitude to the foothills is the longest ropeway in Japan, offering sweeping views of the Naka River, Tsurugi Mountains, and Kii Channel. Ropeway crew provide amusing commentary and anecdotes about Kobo Daishi, letting you enjoy the scenery below on an even deeper level. This high, shaking ropeway is also perfect for thrill-seekers.

View Spot
Access

- Approx. 1 hr. by car from Tokushima IC
- Approx. 10-min. walk from Wajikihigashi Bus Stop on the Tokushima Bus Niudani Line
- Approx. 10 min walk from Wajikihigashi Bus Stop on the Tokushima Bus from JR Kuwano Station
- Approx. 1 hr. 10 min. by car from Tokushima Awaodori Airport
- Approx. 1 hr. by car from Tokushima Port
Inquiries
Tairyu-ji Ropeway
Tel: 0884-62-3100
Address: 76 Wajikigo Tano, Naka-cho, Naka-gun, Tokushima
Hours: 8:00-17:00 (16:40 final ascent)
Fees: (Round-trip) Adult: ¥2,600, junior/high school: ¥1,950, elementary school: ¥1,300
Closed: Open year-round
Parking: 150 spaces (free of charge)