Tairyūji Ropeway Explained

The is Japanese aerial lift line in Tokushima Prefecture, operated by Shikoku Cable. Opened in 1992, the line climbs to Tairyū-ji, the 21st temple of the Shikoku Pilgrimage.

Basic data

• System: Aerial tramway, 2 track cables and 2 haulage ropes
• Distance: 2.71NaN1
• Vertical interval
  • Between two ends: 422m (1,385feet)
  • Maximum: 5080NaN0
• Maximum gradient: 30°
• Operational speed: 5.0 m/s
• Passenger capacity per a cabin: 101
• Stations: 2
• Time required for single ride: 10 minutes

See also

• List of aerial lifts in Japan

External links

• Shikoku Cable official website

33.8809°N 134.5213°W