Hakone Ropeway
For great views of Mt. Fuji, Ashi Lake, and the surrounding regions, consider a ride on the Hakone Komagatake Ropeway. This popular attraction runs up a mountain by the same name, and is frequently included in tours of the region. Try to visit on a weekday rather than a weekend or holiday to avoid the biggest crowds. Be forewarned that Mt. Fuji is sometimes obscured by mist, but even so, the ride is very enjoyable.
Hakone Ropeway
The ropeway operates from 9 am to 5 pm daily, but may be closed during inclement weather. The trip lasts about 7 minutes one way, and there is 10 to 20 minutes between cars, depending upon the season. Each car can hold up to 101 people. The round-trip cost is 1050 for adults or 620 for children. The official website is only in Japanese: http://www.izuhakone.co.jp/ropeway/fea/index.html but they have a nice tour map in english that is very informative http://www.izuhakone.co.jp/Ropeway_E2.pdf
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H.L.I.T. &
Rog01
