Shimoda Ropeway Explained

The is the name of a Japanese aerial lift line in Shimoda, Shizuoka, as well as its operator. The company is a subsidiary of Izukyū Corporation. The line is also called, as it climbs Mount Nesugata. The observatory has a view of Port of Shimoda and Pacific Ocean. The line began operation on April 1, 1961.

Basic data

• System: Aerial tramway, 3 cables
• Cable length: 540m (1,770feet)
• Vertical interval: 1560NaN0
• Maximum gradient: 26°49′
• Operational speed: 3.6 m/s
• Passenger capacity per a cabin: 41
• Cabins: 2
• Stations: 2
• Duration of one-way trip: 3 minutes 30 seconds

See also

• Izu Kyūkō Line
• List of aerial lifts in Japan

External links

• Official website

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