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Mount Moiwa

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10 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to Mount Moiwa, a defining natural landmark rising five hundred thirty one meters above the bustling metropolis of Sapporo. As a scholar of urban and natural geography, I am thrilled to guide you through this…

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  2. 2Ropeway Iriguchi Station & Shuttle Transfer

    Our journey up Mount Moiwa begins at the base of the mountain, specifically at the Ropeway Iriguchi streetcar stop. To understand the significance of this starting point, one must appreciate the charming and highly efficient…

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  3. 3Sanroku Station (Base Station) & Ticket Counter

    We have now arrived at Sanroku Station, the primary base facility for the Mount Moiwa Ropeway. Upon entering the building, your first objective is to navigate to the fourth floor, where the main ticketing counters and boarding…

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  4. 4The First Ropeway Ascent

    As the massive ropeway cabin glides smoothly out of Sanroku Station, the sensation of weightlessness briefly washes over you. You are now embarking on the first and longest leg of our vertical journey, a spectacular aerial…

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  5. 5Chufuku Station (Middle Station)

    Stepping out onto the platform at Chufuku Station, you have reached the midpoint of Mount Moiwa. This intermediate station serves as a crucial transfer hub, but it is also a destination in its own right, offering amenities and…

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  6. 6The Morris Car (Mini Cable Car) Ascent

    To conquer the final, precipitous ascent to the summit of Mount Moiwa, we must transition from the traditional aerial ropeway to a highly specialized mode of transport known as the Morris Car. This unique system is essentially a…

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  7. 7Sancho Station (Summit Station) & Souvenir Shop

    Welcome to Sancho Station, the crowning facility situated at the very peak of Mount Moiwa. As you disembark from the Morris Car, you step into a multi-level complex designed to maximize your experience at this formidable altitude. …

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  8. 8The Bell of Happiness & Love Padlocks

    Emerging from the warmth of Sancho Station onto the open-air summit deck, you are immediately struck by the sheer force of the elements. The wind up here, unobstructed by any higher peaks, is powerful and invigorating. …

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  9. 9The 360-Degree Observation Deck

    We now step to the very edge of the summit, fully immersing ourselves in the crowning glory of Mount Moiwa: the 360-degree observation deck. Prepare to be utterly mesmerized. …

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  10. 10Closing

    The descent back to the city awaits, a reversal of our journey that will seamlessly transport you from the raw, wind-swept alpine heights back to the bustling, neon-lit streets of Susukino or the quiet, historical charm of the…

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What is Mount Moiwa?

Mount Moiwa is a place with 10 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections10
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates42.9947, 141.3339
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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