{"id":9489,"date":"2025-11-05T15:03:37","date_gmt":"2025-11-05T06:03:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.grand-hirafu.jp\/?post_type=activities&p=9489"},"modified":"2026-04-13T09:23:01","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T00:23:01","slug":"sightseeing-gondola","status":"publish","type":"activities","link":"https:\/\/www.grand-hirafu.jp\/en\/activities\/sightseeing-gondola\/","title":{"rendered":"SIGHTSEEING GONDOLA"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Experience Panoramic Views from Above<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

In the crisp, clear winter air, take the sightseeing gondola and admire the breathtaking scenery of snow-covered trees and the towering Mt. Yotei up close.

The landscape, as if painted on a canvas, offers a dreamlike beauty that will leave a lasting impression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even those who don\u2019t ski or snowboard can enjoy the ride, making it a perfect experience for the entire family to take in the mountain-top views together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The charm of \u201cACE GONDOLA\u201d<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Inside the Ace Gondola cabin, you\u2019ll find Wi-Fi, heated synthetic leather seats, ensuring a warm and comfortable ride that feels just like first class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From the glass-covered gondola cabin, you can enjoy an unobstructed 360-degree panoramic view.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Your destination: NEST813,
the mountaintop scenic restaurant<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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The scenic restaurant \u201cNEST813<\/a>\u201d has opened on the 2nd floor of the Ace Gondola summit station.

From an altitude of 813m, large windows offer a sweeping view of Mt. Yotei, allowing you to fully enjoy the grandeur of nature and the seasonal landscapes. In this open, spacious setting, you can savour refined cuisine and spend a luxurious moment over lunch or during apr\u00e8s time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Operating Information for ACE GONDOLA<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ski Resort Opening Day \u2013 May 6, 2026 (Wed)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During night skiing operation:
8\uff1a30\u00a0AM \u2013\u00a06:45 PM\uff08Last descent 7:00 PM\uff09

Outside of night skiing operation:
8\uff1a30 AM\u00a0\u2013\u00a04:15 PM\uff08Last descent 4:30 PM\uff09

*Operation hours follow the Ace Gondola\u2019s daily schedule.
For today\u2019s operating hours, please check the Lift Operation Status page.

*The restaurant \u201cNEST813,\u201d located at the sightseeing gondola summit station, will be open from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM (outside of night operation periods).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Today\u2019s Lift Status<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

FEES<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
TYPE<\/th>Adults
Ages 12+<\/em><\/th>		CHILDREN
12 & Under<\/em><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Round-trip<\/td>\u00a54,100<\/td>\u00a52,900<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

*Children under 3 years old are free of charge<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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