Just an hour ago, you might’ve been in the busy streets of Tokyo, but now you've entered a different environment.

Mount Takao is not only a popular tourist spot but also a site of significance for Shugendo, where “yamabushi” mountain ascetics would train and seek purification. One key location for this training is Kiyotaki Waterfall.

Historically, Mount Takao was home to Yakuoin Temple. During the Sengoku Period, the lord of Hachioji Castle designated this mountain as a place of worship, enforcing strict measures to protect the area, such as a decree against cutting grass. This commitment to conservation has carried through generations. In the Meiji Period, the forest became property of the Imperial family and was later designated as a quasi-national park, helping to preserve its natural state within Tokyo.

Now, we invite you to begin your ascent.

The cable car will take you from 201 meters to 472 meters in a single trip, across one of the steepest gradients in Japan, at a 31-degree angle. This route was established after an original construction collapsed during the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923. If that incident hadn't happened, this steep incline might not exist today.

As you ride the cable car, take a moment to look out the window. Mount Takao changes throughout the seasons, and the forest assumes a unique character on rainy days. The conductor will announce information tailored to the day's weather and scenery.

Remember, every ride offers a unique view and experience, making the cable car an integral part of the natural journey at Mount Takao.