Mount Moiwais one of the small mountains in the forest to the southwest of central Sapporo, and it's one of the city's most popular spots. The mountain is well known for its stunning viewpoint over the city. Reaching the summit is easy, even for families with young children, since visitors can take a ropeway up to about three-quarters of the mountain's height, then transfer to a mini cable car to reach the summit station. At the top, there is an observation deck, the restaurant "The Jewel" with panoramic views of Sapporo, a planetarium, and a theater. The view is especially breathtaking from sunset onward. Once you visit, you'll want to come back. If you want to spend more time here, consider staying nearby, such as at the Mount Moiwa ski resort on the mountain's southeastern slope, an easy trip from Sapporo.
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Photo from sapporo.travel
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- Access: Take the Sapporo streetcar from Susukino Station to Ropeway Iriguchi Station, then take the free shuttle bus to the ropeway's base station.
- Address: 5 Chome-3-7 Fushimi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 064-0942, Japan
- Hours: The ropeway operates from 10:30 to 22:00 in summer and from 11:00 to 22:00 in winter.
- Admission: Round-trip fare for the ropeway and mini cable car to the observation point: Adults ¥2,100, Children ¥1,050. Up to two young children per adult ride free.
- Website: https://mt-moiwa.jp/
- Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZpwPSNwrGikBZYVX6