Mt. Moiwa (solo trip)
How Solo-Friendly is Mt. Moiwa?
The mountain offers a scenic ropeway, signed hiking trails and safe viewing decks ideal for solo photography, but solo night hikes need caution and bear-bell noise to avoid wildlife.
Positives:
- Easy Access from Downtown: Take the streetcar to Ropeway Iriguchi Station then the free shuttle to Sanroku Station
- Solo-Friendly Viewing Spots: Benches and wide decks allow peaceful moments for photography and reflection
Challenges:
- Cold Summit Temperatures: Temperatures at the peak can drop 10 °C below city level—layer up
- Unlit Trails at Night: If you choose to hike down after dusk, carry a headlamp or flashlight
What is so special about Mt. Moiwa for solo trip?
- Ride the ropeway + Morris Car for unobstructed solo city views
- Wander the Nature Education Path through old-growth forest
- Hike a summit trail for exercise, wildlife and quiet solitude
- Capture 360° panoramas from the summit observation deck
- Enjoy easy transit links and solo-friendly rest spots
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Allows time for the ropeway ascent, summit observatory, and a short forest walk
Solo-Friendly Activities in Mt. Moiwa
Ropeway & Morris Car ride:
Take the glass-walled ropeway to 531 m then transfer to the Morris mini cable car for uninterrupted city views
Tip: Buy the combined round-trip ticket (¥2,100) at base station to skip lines
Nature Education Path:
Stroll the 600 m paved trail through primeval forest with benches
Tip: Do this during daylight; the path is unlit after sunset
Summit Observation Deck:
Enjoy 360° panoramas over Sapporo, Ishikari Plain and distant peaks
Tip: Aim for a clear day and bring a small tripod for landscape shots
Short Summit Hike:
Choose a 2.4–4.5 km trail for extra exercise and birdwatching
Tip: Wear sturdy shoes and carry bear bells or clapping for safety
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Typical Budget for Solo Traveler (1 Adult)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Ropeway & Morris Car round-trip ticket | JPY 2,100 |
| Coffee or hot drink at summit café | JPY 500 |
| Total Estimated | JPY 2,600 |
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 brings fresh green leaves; summer is cool and lush; autumn offers bright maples; winter demands warm layers and crampons on trails
How to Maximize Your Visit to Mt. Moiwa
- Book Tickets Online: Purchase your ropeway + Morris Car ticket in advance on the official site to save time
- Visit at Sunset: Ride up 30 minutes before sunset for twilight cityscape shots
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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