Mie - Beautiful Japanese Snow Scenery | Enjoy the Snow Scenery on the Gozaisho Ropeway

• Table of Contents
• Take one of Japan's largest ropeways to see the snowy world
• Snowy scenery of Mt. Gozaisho | Enjoy winter with skiing, sledding, and snowshoes
• The world of "frost-covered trees" created by nature
• The overwhelming presence of the ice art "Ice Falls"
• A breathtaking view created by the winter air
• You can also stay overnight! Enjoy the snowy scenery at Yunoyama Onsen, a hidden hot spring
• How to access the Gozaisho Ropeway
• Check the latest information on official social media

Take one of Japan's largest ropeways to see the snowy world

You can enjoy a spectacular panoramic view from the summit. At the mountain park, you can enjoy skiing and sledding, as well as nature's creations of "frost-covered trees" and "frozen waterfalls," an artistic work of ice. The walking trails are covered in snow, making them perfect for snowshoeing.
In addition to the beautiful snowy scenery, the clear air in winter makes for the most spectacular views of the year, and sometimes you can even see the Alps in the distance, as well as Mount Fuji, Japan's most iconic mountain.

The ropeway fare is 2,600 yen round trip for adults, 1,300 yen round trip for children, and free for children aged 1 to 3. *Children aged 13 and over are charged the adult fare.

How to enjoy Mt. Gozaisho in winter

Snowy scenery of Mt. Gozaisho | Enjoy winter with skiing, sledding, and snowshoes

1. Mie Prefecture's only ski resort, Gozaisho Ski Resort, is scheduled to open on January 1, 2026

Heading up the mountain by ropeway, you will be greeted by a snow-covered landscape. You can enjoy activities such as skiing, sledding, and snowshoeing, all of which are unique in Mie Prefecture.

Advanced course: 220m, 25° slope. Due to the steep slope, only advanced climbers can use this course.

Beginner's course: 210m long, 17° slope. A perfect slope for your first ski experience.

There are special benefits on weekdays. Since it's not crowded, you might be able to improve your skiing skills in no time.

Ski and sled rental details here

2. Sledding on the snowy mountains - scheduled to open in late December 2025

There are two sledding slopes. The first slope is about 100m long and is great for playing to your heart's content. The second slope is about 80m long and includes a snow play area where you can make snowmen and see the ice art, the "frozen waterfall," up close.

3. Feel like a ninja with snowshoes!

Snowshoes are items that allow you to walk on deep snow. You can go into places that you can't go into with regular shoes, so you'll feel like a ninja. It's a popular activity, as you can explore animal footprints.

The world of "frost-covered trees" created by nature

On top of Mt. Gozaisho in winter, you can see "frost-covered trees," a natural creation. This phenomenon occurs when the conditions of "wind," "humidity," and "temperature" are just right, so you're lucky if you can see it. The way they grow larger toward the wind is also known as "shrimp tails." You can see them from January to February.

The charm of Gozaisho in winter

The overwhelming presence of the ice art "Ice Falls"

The "frozen waterfall" suddenly appears at the second sledding area. It is about 6m high and 8m wide, and gradually grows larger as it sprays water at sub-zero temperatures. The impressive formation standing on the mountain captivates all who see it. It can be seen from mid-January to mid-February.

Photographed at the second sledding area in 2025

A breathtaking view created by the winter air

Winter is the season when the air is the clearest of the year, and you'll be sure to take lots of photos of the clear visibility and beautiful snowy scenery.

View of Mt. Kamagatake from Mt. Gozaisho's "Choyodai"

You can also stay overnight! Enjoy the snowy scenery at Yunoyama Onsen, a hidden hot spring

Yunoyama Onsen was founded 1,300 years ago. It is also known as "Deer's Hot Spring" because a wounded deer once healed in the hot springs, and the rich spring waters moisturize the skin. If you are staying in Mie Prefecture, why not try the rich spring waters of Yunoyama Onsen?

Yunoyama Onsen is also exceptional in winter, and the snowy scenery seen from the open-air bath is also beautiful.

How to access the Gozaisho Ropeway

[Kintetsu Railway] : Whether you're coming from Nagoya or Osaka, head to Kintetsu Yokkaichi Station first.

Get off at Kintetsu Yokkaichi Station , transfer to the Yunoyama Line, and head to the last stop, Yunoyama Onsen Station . For Kintetsu trains, we recommend using the Kintetsu Rail Pass, which offers great savings.

*Please do not take the train bound for JR Yokkaichi. It is quite far from Kintetsu Yokkaichi Station.

[Mie Kotsu Bus] : Take the bus from Yunoyama Onsen Station bound for "Yunoyama Onsen Gozaisho Ropeway Mae." The journey takes 10 minutes.

[Kintetsu: Yokkaichi Station] → 26 minutes → [Kintetsu: Yunoyama Onsen Station] → 10 minutes → [Mie Kotsu Bus: Yunoyama Onsen Gozaisho Ropeway] → Immediately → [Gozaisho Ropeway]

[Rental Car] : From Nagoya, take the Tomei-Meishin Expressway towards Yokkaichi. Take the Shin-Meishin Expressway at Yokkaichi Junction and exit at Komono IC. Turn right at Komono IC, continue west, cross the Yunoyama Kamoshika Bridge and turn right to arrive at the Gozaisho Ropeway. *In winter, be sure to choose a car with studless tires . For added safety, choose four-wheel drive.

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