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Akechidaira Lookout / Akechidaira Ropeway

Take in Spectacular Views from Nikko’s most Popular View Spot

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From this lookout, view both Lake Chuzenji and Kegon Falls flowing down from it.
On the eastern side, gaze at a row of sheer cliffs rising from the rock, and let your eyes take in the distant mountain ranges.
By taking the Ropeway for 3 minutes, you can reach the Lookout, perches at an elevation of 1,373 meters.
Many visitors come in the autumn to enjoy the beautiful scenery of fall foliage.

Highlights

  • This is a photogenic spot offering views of both Lake Chuzenji and Kegon Falls.
  • Beautiful views can be seen year-round, but the fall foliage is especially popular.
  • By taking the Ropeway, you can reach the Lookout in about 3 minutes.

Photos

  • The Fall Foliage of Nikko from the Lookout (Lake Chuzenji and Kegon Falls)

    The Fall Foliage of Nikko from the Lookout (Lake Chuzenji and Kegon Falls)

  • The Ropeway in Autumn

    The Ropeway in Autumn

  • Nikko in Summer from the Lookout

    Nikko in Summer from the Lookout

  • Akechidaira Lookout

    Akechidaira Lookout

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)

A

We provide pamphlets in English and Traditional Chinese. Our information signs are available in English, Simplified Chinese, and Korean. The ticket vending machines support English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean, and French.

Q

Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?

A

TOBU FREE Wi-Fi is available

Q

Are coin lockers available?

A

Not available.

Q

Are there restrooms nearby?

A

There is one multi-purpose toilet near the parking lot and one public toilet near the free county parking lot. However, there are no toilets near the observation deck.

Reviews

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  • 陳苡姍

    從觀景台看過去,整個山谷片片楓紅,很壯觀!

  • 李珠珍

    纜車上到平台後視野遼闊,可以欣賞到中禪寺湖、男體山及華嚴瀑布,搭乘纜車的人很多盡量避開假日

Details

Name in Japanese
明智平展望台/明智平ロープウェイ
Postal Code
321-1445
Address
Hosomachi Fukasawa, Nikko City, Tochigi
Telephone
0288-55-0331 (Akechidaira Ropeway)
Ropeway fare
Adult: One way 600 yen, Round trip 1,000 yen
Child: One way 300 yen, Round trip 500 yen
Closed
For maintenance or in bad weather
Operating times
9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
* Operating times may vary during the fall foliage season
Access
From either JR or Tobu Nikko Station, take the Tobu Bus, bound for either Yumoto Onsen or Chuzenji Onsen for about 40 minutes, getting off at the Akechidaira bus stop. From there, take the Akechidaira Ropeway about 3 minutes to the Lookout.
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official Website
Official Website (English)