Sumaura Ropeway

A view from the cabin.

The Sumaura Ropeway (須磨浦ロープウェイ, Sumaura Rōpuwei) is Japanese aerial lift line in Kōbe, Hyōgo, operated by the Sanyō Electric Railway. Opened in 1957, the line climbs Mount Hachibuse of the Suma coast. At the summit, there is a transfer to the Carlator (カーレーター, Kārētā), a sort of escalator with baskets.

Basic data

  • System: Aerial tramway, 1 track cable and 2 haulage ropes
  • Distance: 464 metres (0.3 mi)
  • Vertical interval: 180 m (591 ft)
  • Passenger capacity per a cabin: 30
  • Cabins: 2
  • Stations: 2

See also

Coordinates: 34°38′20.9″N 135°5′54.7″E / 34.639139°N 135.098528°E / 34.639139; 135.098528


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