Senkōji Ropeway

Aerial lift line in Onomichi, Hiroshima, Japan

The Senkōji Ropeway (千光寺山ロープウェイ, Senkōjiyama Rōpuwei) is a Japanese aerial lift line in Onomichi, Hiroshima, operated by the city government. Opened in 1957, the line climbs Mount Senkōji of Senkō-ji, a famous temple. Senkōji Park around the temple is famous for its cherry blossoms in spring.

Basic data

  • Cable length: 361 m (1,184 ft)
  • Vertical interval: 115 m (377 ft)

See also

  • (in English) Senkōji Park, from Onomichi City official website.

34°24′38.2″N 133°11′58.4″E / 34.410611°N 133.199556°E / 34.410611; 133.199556


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