Mt. Moiwa (with baby)
How Baby-Friendly is Mt. Moiwa?
Elevators, stroller-friendly cabins, a base-station nursing room and diaper tables help, but no summit nursing room and strong winds can unsettle or chill infants.
Positives:
- Barrier-free access: Elevators and wide cabins accommodate strollers on all floors.
- Free child fares: Each paying adult gets up to two children under 6 riding free on the ropeway.
- Gentle forest path: The paved Nature Education Path is level and safe for young legs and wheels.
Challenges:
- Weather at summit: The deck can feel cold and windy, even in spring—bring extra layers.
- Limited path hours: The Nature Path closes after dusk, so plan daytime visits only.
What is so special about Mt. Moiwa for with baby?
- Barrier-free ropeway and Morris Car rides suit strollers.
- Free child tickets for kids under 6 make it budget-friendly.
- Paved forest path offers easy, scenic strolls.
- Indoor observatory deck is ideal for feeding or naps.
- Nursing rooms and diaper stations available at all stops.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Allow time for the ropeway ride, stroller-friendly path, breaks for feeding and photos without rushing.
Baby-Friendly Activities in Mt. Moiwa
Ropeway + Morris Car ride:
Board the spacious cable cars up to 531 m with stroller or carrier.
Tip: Secure the stroller in the cabin hooks and hold the baby close; two children under 6 ride free per paying adult.
Nature Education Path stroll:
Walk the smooth 600 m paved trail through old-growth forest.
Tip: Use station benches for rest and avoid the path after dusk when it closes.
Summit Observation Deck:
Enjoy 360° city and mountain views from the indoor deck.
Tip: Visit earlier in the day for light and space; feed or let the baby nap in a stroller corner.
Baby-care facilities:
Use nursing rooms and diaper tables at base and mid stations.
Tip: Stop at the base-station nursing room for privacy; hot water is usually available for formula.
Takeout snacks at THE JEWELS:
Grab sandwiches, desserts and warm drinks to-go.
Tip: Order at the base café or summit takeout counter for kid-friendly portions.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Ropeway tickets for 2 adults | JPY 4,200 |
| Takeout snacks | JPY 800 |
| Souvenir toy or snack | JPY 1,000 |
| Total Estimated | JPY 6,000 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
When is the best time to visit Mt. Moiwa?
Spring/summer brings mild temperatures and green canopy—pack a sunhat. Autumn maple leaves peak in late Oct–early Nov—bring warm layers. Winter is snowy and windy—dress the baby in insulated clothing and a footmuff.
How to Maximize Your Visit to Mt. Moiwa
- Arrive at opening: Beat crowds and reserve cabin space for your stroller by going early.
- Use baby carrier: A light carrier can be more practical than a large stroller on the summit deck.
- Pre-ride prep: Change diapers and feed the baby at base station before ascent to avoid rush.
Map of Mt. Moiwa
Address: Mt. Moiwa, Moiwayama, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 005-0041, Japan
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Reviews of Mt. Moiwa
Jeff McD
It's ok. I give this attraction 3 stars because you never really know if you would have the thick fogs blocking the scenery. We got unlucky when we went up and because our itinerary was tight, couldn't afford to use the coupon on another night. It was icy cold at the top and nothing to see but we made our own fun.
Anne Lysa
Moiwayama Mountain offers an incredible view over Sapporo, especially around sunset. To get to the top, head to the cable car entrance, buy your ticket, and take the first cable car followed by another small train-like lift. The whole journey doesn’t take too long, and the view at the top is absolutely worth it. It gets quite chilly up there, even in summer, so bring an extra layer. There’s also a...
S.H. M
Visiting Mt. Moiwa was one of the highlights of my trip to Sapporo. If you are in the city, I highly recommend adding this to your itinerary — especially in the evening! To reach the top, you need to take the ropeway (cable car), which costs 700 yen one-way (round trip is available too). The ride itself is smooth and enjoyable, offering great views as you ascend the mountain. Once you arrive at t...
Steven Cheng
One of the popular and famous mountain in the city of Sapporo. There are two set of cables that you can take to the tops of the mountain if you take both of them. But you can also only take the first one to the halfway point, the view of the city still good, but the top of the mountain is much better specially at night! But the night time temperature is very cool and maybe windy also even in the...
Amanda Dr B Brisebois
Horrible experience! Beautiful day so went to see the sunset up here around 5:30 pm. Got to the top around 6:45-7:00 (yes it took that long!). By the time we got to the top it was dark (beautiful view) but also very cold. The line to get back down went up 2-3 stairways and outside in the freezing cold. Probably around a 2-3 hour wait. We panicked. We finally figured there was a road to the middle ...
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