The is the name of an aerial lift, as well as its operator. The funitel line links between Sōunzan and Tōgendai via Ōwakudani, all within Hakone, Kanagawa, Japan. The line became funitel in 2002, the second of its kind in the nation, after Hashikurasan Ropeway. It makes a part of the sightseeing route between Odawara and Lake Ashi. The company belongs to the Odakyū Group.

Basic data Hakone Ropeway was a single line until 2001. From 2002, it became a system consisted of two distinct sections, although they are still treated as the same line.

Between Sōunzan and Ōwakudani System: Bicable gondola lift, until 2001 Funitel, from 2002 Distance: Vertical interval: Maximum gradient: 25°33′ Operational speed: 5.0 m/s Passenger capacity per a cabin: 18 Cabins: 18

Between Ōwakudani and Tōgendai System: Bicable gondola lift, until 2006 Funitel, from 2007 Distance: Vertical interval: Maximum gradient: 19°42′ Operational speed: 5.0 m/s Passenger capacity per a cabin: 18 Cabins: 30

Stations All stations at Hakone, Kanagawa. No. Station Distance Elevation Transfers Sōunzan 0 Hakone Tozan Cable Car Ōwakudani Ubako Tōgendai Hakone Sightseeing Cruise

Gallery

See also List of aerial lifts in Japan

References

External links

Official website