Friday, December 13, 2013

Akechidaira Cableway, Japan


the present appearance of the cars, here with Mt Nantai behind (wikimedia)
Officially called a Ropeway, and originally spelt Akechihira, this was opened in 1933 in the Nikko National Park.

Length: 300 metres (984 ft)
Altitude change: 86 metres (282 ft)
Maximum gradient: 30°
Operational speed: 9 km/h
Passenger capacity per cabin: 16
Cabins: 2
Stations: 2
Time required for single ride: 3 minutes

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