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Usuzan Ropeway	# 3   of 4 sights in Lake Toya

Mount Usu (Usuzan) is a volcano which has erupted four times in the past 100 years. Its most recent eruption occurred in the year 2000. The Usuzan Ropeway brings you close to the volcano's summit. The upper station's observation deck offers panoramic views of Lake Toya and neighboring Showa Shinzan. From a second observation deck a short walk away, there are views of the ocean and Mount Usu's largest crater, which was formed in an eruption in 1977.

How to get there

The ropeway departs from "Kazan-Mura", a small town of souvenir shops at the foot of Showa Shinzan. From Toyako Onsen, it can be reached in 10 minutes by car or 15 minutes by bus (330 yen, four buses/day, no service during winter). How to get to and around Lake Toya

Hours and Fees

Hours: 9:00 to 16:00 (longer hours during summer) Closed: A few weeks in January and February Admission: 1450 yen

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Shikotsu-Toya Autumn Color Report October 14, 2009

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Popularity of Usuzan Ropeway: Users who have been to Lake Toya: 87 Users who have been to Usuzan Ropeway: 19 3rd of 4 most visited sights in Lake Toya. 392nd of 554 most visited sights nationwide. Have you been to Usuzan Ropeway? No - I have not been there yetYes - no ratingYes - highly recommendedYes - recommendedYes - mildly interestingYes - nothing specialYes - not recommended Ratings for Usuzan Ropeway: japan-guide.com Rating:   outstanding   User Rating (by 8 users): 80/100   recommended User Feedback We strive to keep japan-guide.com up-to-date and accurate, and are always looking for ways to improve the user experience. If you have any updates, suggestions, corrections or opinions, please let us know:

Tours and Packages

Free Plan Hokkaido Luxury Hotel Stay Two nights' stay in a Junior Suite at the Windsor Hotel Toya Resort and Spa and a 1-night stay in Sapporo.

English Links

Usuzan Ropeway Official English website.

Japanese Links

Usuzan Ropeway Official website.