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Gondola Ride

Gondola Ride

The Summer Gondola is the heart and soul of the Niseko in the summer season linking the peaceful silence of Hokkaido in summer to the dynamism of resort experiences that you can actively enjoy in Niseko. Enjoy the vast panoramas of Mount Yotei, as you soar into the Niseko sky with magnificent views bursting with lush greenery.

Niseko Tokyu Grand Hirafu Gondola
  • Location: Niseko Grand Hirafu Gondola (about a 2-minute drive from the hotel)
  • Walk-in only. Please purchase the gondola tickets at Mountain Centre desk on the day of your visit.
  • Maximum 8 persons in a cabin.
  • Pets are allowed on a leash or in a pet cage.
Dates of Operation 19 July – 31 August 2025
Operation Time 10:30 – 19:00 (Last Ride)
Price Return ticket: ¥1,800 (13 years and above) / ¥900 (7 to 12 years)
*Pre-schoolers (5 years and under) are free of charge
¥750 (pets)
Hanazono Gondola
  • Location: Niseko Hanazono Resort (about a 15-minute drive from the hotel)
  • Walk-in only. Please purchase the gondola tickets at Hanazono 308 activity desk on the day of your visit.
  • Maximum 8 persons in a cabin.
  • Pets are allowed on a leash or in a pet cage.
  • 7-31 May: Open weekends only. Closed on 10 October.
Dates of Operation 26 April – 13 October 2025
Operation Time 09:00 – 16:00 (Last Ride)
Duration 6 minutes one way
Price ¥2,000 (13 years and above)
¥1,000 (6 to 12 years)
*Pre-schoolers (5 years and under) are free of charge
¥500 (pets)

*Price is for a Round Trip. One-way fee is not available.

Annupuri Gondola
  • Location: Niseko Annupuri Resort (about a 30-minute drive from the hotel)
  • Walk-in only. Please purchase the gondola tickets at the Annupuri Gondola Station on the day of your visit.
  • Pets are allowed on a leash or in a pet cage.
Dates of Operation 12 July – 13 October 2025
Closure Dates 1. 14 – 18 July 2025
2. September Weekdays ※Gondola will be operating on 22 September.
3. 1 – 3 October 2025
Operation Time 9:00 – 16:00 (Last Ascent)
※*Operating hours are subject to change depending on the weather and sunset conditions.
Price Return Ticket: ¥1,600 (13 years old and above) / ¥800 (7 to 12 years old)
One-way Ticket: ¥1,000 (13 years old and above) / ¥500 (7 to 12 years old)
*Pre-schoolers (5 years and under) are free of charge
Other Information
  • Gondola services may be suspended or cancelled due to bad weather or other conditions.
  • There are no restrooms or restaurants near the summit station.
  • The area near the summit station is unpaved. Please wear comfortable shoes.