Mt. Torikabuto Observatory

This observatory is on the peak of Mt. Torikabuto, at 1,387 meters above sea level. It offers a panorama view of Zao's onsen town and the surrounding mountains. This is also where god of good fortune and business success Zao Daikokuten, one of the Three Divinities of Zao, is enshrined, and every October 5th there is a festival for him here.

Spot details

Address: Yamagata Yamagata-shi Zao Onsen 940-1 Map
Area: Murayama Area
Phone: 0236949368
Hours: [Ropeway Business Hours] 8:30-17:00
*Hours may change
Closed: open everyday * 5/Nov. Has maintenance suspension
Fees: [Tour fee] Free
※Take the ropeway to the site
[Round-trip ticket] Adults 1,800yen, Children 900yen
Parking Lot: Available(150spaces)
Credit Card: Available(VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMEX)
Smoking: E-cigarette smoking area Available (paper cigarettes Not available)
Wi-Fi: Not available
Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day: Yes
Estimated stay time: 0-30 minutes
Infant friendly: Available
Pet friendly: Available