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Otaru Tenguyama overlooking the city of Otaru is a symbol of Otaru, along with the Otaru Canal and other famous landmarks.
From the top of the mountain, you can enjoy a magnificent view of the Otaru cityscape, the ocean, and even the Shakotan Peninsula on a clear day.
It is also famous as a night view spot, and is one of the “Three Great Night Views of Hokkaido”.
In addition to the view, there are many other attractions! We will guide you to Tenguyama!
Aerial walk to the top of the mountain by ropeway
There is a ropeway from the base to the summit, which runs every 12 minutes (every 6 minutes during busy times).
The total length of the ropeway is 735 meters, and visitors can enjoy a 4-minute walk in the air until they reach the top.
As you watch the scenery change through the windows of the train, you will arrive at the destination before you know it.
There are five observatories with different landscapes!
Tengu at an elevation of 532.4 meters has five observation decks, each with a different view.
Let’s find your favorite place.
Tengu Sakura Observatory
The symbol of this area is “Tengu-zakura” a single cherry tree over 100 years old.
Enjoy the cafe menu while feeling the breeze on the wood deck “TENGUU Terrace.
Observatory No.1
This is the observatory where you can see the ropeway at its closest point.
If you time it right, you can take a commemorative photo with the ropeway with the Otaru cityscape in the background.
Observatory No.2
It offers a panoramic view of the city and is designated as an important viewing point by Otaru City.
The view is attractive because of its integration with nature, including the forest in the foreground.
Observatory No.3 -Manten Stage (Full Sky Stage)
It is located in the middle of a forest bathing course that takes about 30 minutes around.
Unlike other observatories, this one offers a view of the Sapporo side (east side).
If you come at night, you may be able to see the stars in the sky!
Rooftop Observatory
Located at the highest point on the summit, it offers a panoramic view.
You can enjoy the spectacular unobstructed view.
Enjoy the view and activities!
In fact, there are many activities on Tenguyama.
There is a park where you can touch chipmunks, zip lines, and hot air balloons!
TENGUU Zipline
TENGUU Zipline is a 130-meter zipline experience at the top of Tenguyama.
It is quite a thrilling experience to ride in the wind with the view of Otaru below you.
TENGUU Hot air balloon
Soar an additional 30 meters above the family slope at 530 meters.
Enjoy the spectacular 360-degree view!
Tenguyama Slider
Bobsledding down a 400-meter-long slider.
Bobsleds go slowly, as fast as walking in the forest, so visitors can enjoy nature observation and other activities.
Chipmunks Park
Chipmunks, accustomed to people, live in this park.
Food for the chipmunks is also available for sale, and you can observe them eating seeds.
Forest bathing course
On the 1.6-km, 30-minute walking path, listen to the chirping of wild birds and take a walk in the forest.
On the route is also the Tenguyama Shrine, which enshrines the Sarutahiko Okami.
Take a breather at a café with a great view
TENGUU CAFE, located at the summit station, offers a Western-style menu including pizza and pasta, as well as drinks.
The restaurant’s large windows allow visitors to enjoy their meals while gazing at the cityscape.
Counter seating is especially recommended as it faces the window!
There is also a store where you can buy standard Hokkaido souvenirs and exclusive Tengu goods!
Unusual Ski Museum and Tengu no Yakata
Inside the station there is a ski museum and a slightly unusual spot with a collection of tengu masks.
Why is there a place like this on Tengu Mountain? You may wonder, but there is a reason.
Otaru has long been a town where skiing has flourished, and in fact, Mt. Tengu has produced many skiers.
The “Ski Museum” exhibits about 400 valuable materials.
Tengu no Yakata, named after Tenguyama, displays a collection of about 700 Tengu masks.
There may be no other place where you can be surrounded by so many tengu!
Buses are convenient to Tenguyama
Mt. Tengu is about 3 km from the center of Otaru, a bit far to walk (and hilly!). It is also a bit far from the center of Otaru.
However, you can take a bus from “Otaru Station Terminal” or “Otaru Canal Terminal”.
It is also possible to purchase a “one-day pass” for sightseeing in the area(Sold at the terminal counter).
Facility Overview
| Name | Otaru Tenguyama Ropeway(Mt. Tengu Ropeway) |
| Address | 2-16-15 Mogami, Otaru-shi |
| Phone Number | 0134-33-7381 |
| Fares | Round trip 1,600 yen for adults, 800 yen for children under junior high school age, free for pre-school children |
| Reservations | Not required |
| Business hours | 9:00 – 21:00 (Last service up to 20:48) |
| Regular day off | Open all year round (Service may be suspended in stormy weather. Also, there is a period when the service is suspended for equipment inspection.) |
| HP | https://tenguyama.ckk.chuo-bus.co.jp/ |
| Nearest bus stop | Get off at “Tenguyama Ropeway” bus stop |
| Access | 【From Otaru Station】Take the bus from “Otaru Ekimae” to ” Otaru Tenguyama Ropeway(Mt. Tengu Ropeway)” (Bus stop ④) |
