[2025 Otaru Attraction] Travel Guide for Tenguyama Observation Deck (Updated Jul)

Tengu Mountain is really good for taking photos Hokkaido in winter is indeed a romantic place It is recommended to visit Hokkaido in winter to feel the winter atmosphere! We drove up the mountain by ourselves, and we thought we could drive directly to Tengu Mountain, everyone! ! ! ! It is not possible❌😂 We couldn’t go any further halfway, so we asked a Japanese uncle who was doing construction work on the roadside🧍♂️, and he said we had to go to the cable car🚡 station to get to Tenguyama (for those who didn’t do the work). Tengu Mountain, located in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan, is a famous mountain climbing spot popular among tourists for its magnificent natural scenery and rich cultural history. The highest peak of Tenguyama is about 1,000 meters, and the mountain is covered with dense forests and diverse plants. The hiking trails are suitable for climbers of all levels, and you can enjoy the changing beauty of the four seasons along the way. However, the cable car is recommended in winter! Tengu Mountain is famous for its connection with the Japanese Tengu legend. Tengu is a Japanese monster usually depicted as a creature with bird features and closely associated with mountainous and forested environments. Locally, Tengu Mountain is regarded as a sacred place, attracting many believers and tourists. We also visited the temple and prayed. There is an observation deck at the top of the mountain, which offers spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding city and mountains on a clear day. In addition, there are some rest areas and picnic areas on the mountain, suitable for family and friends gathering. Fortunately, there is a heater in the room, so I blow on my hands, otherwise I would be freezing to death🥶 But I really enjoyed my trip to Hokkaido! The white snow is so beautiful😍 #GlobalTravel #TravelGuide #JapanTravelGuide #Hokkaido

Tenguyama is the most representative mountain in Otaru, with an altitude of 532.4 meters. The most popular way to climb the mountain is to take the Tenguyama Cable Car to the top. The Tenguyama Cable Car is 735 meters long and takes about 4 minutes to reach the top of the mountain from the foot of the mountain. On the cable car, you feel like you are surrounded by trees, and watching the surrounding scenery slowly shrink is a magical feeling! There are several observation decks on the top of the mountain, where visitors can overlook the city of Otaru and the Sea of ​​Japan, with a magnificent view. At night, you can enjoy the beautiful night view of Otaru, which is known as one of the "Three Major Night Views of Hokkaido" along with Mt. Moiwa and Mt. Hakodate. #AdventurousTraveler #JapanTravel #Hokkaido

Otaru Tenguyama is a renowned scenic spot in Otaru City, Hokkaido, famous for its ski resort and stunning night views. With an elevation of approximately 532 meters, the mountain's summit features an observation deck offering panoramic views of Otaru City and Ishikari Bay. On clear days, you can even catch a glimpse of the Shakotan Peninsula. The area is beautiful year-round, but the winter snow-covered landscape combined with the night view is especially romantic, often listed as one of Hokkaido's top three night views. The best way to reach the summit is by taking the Tenguyama Cable Car (Otaru Tenguyama Ropeway), which takes about 4 minutes from the base to the top. The cable car cabins are designed with panoramic glass, providing breathtaking views during the ascent. At the summit, you'll find not only the observation deck but also a ski resort (in winter), Tenguyama Shrine, a café, and a small exhibition hall, making it a great destination for families. If you visit during winter, you can enjoy skiing and snow activities. In summer and autumn, it's perfect for sightseeing, strolling, or taking the cable car to enjoy the night view. 📍Address: 2-16-15 Motoyama, Otaru City, Hokkaido (Cable Car Base Station) 🕰️ Cable Car Operating Hours: • Summer: 09:00–21:00 (Last ascent at 20:48) • Winter: Operating hours adjusted based on the snow season 💰 Round-trip ticket prices (regular season): Adults ¥1,600, Children ¥800

The sound of the wind and silence fills the air, while a vast white world stretches out before me. 🚡 This place is not only a famous skiing destination in Hokkaido but also a filming location for Netflix's "First Love." The youthful memories on the cable car from the show have now become my own snowy moments. 🧤 Shoveling snow, lying in the snow, daydreaming... every moment feels like a scene straight out of a Japanese drama. Reality can be romantic too—when the snow is deep enough, the heart feels warm enough ☁️❤️🔥

Traveling from Sapporo to Otaru by JR train takes about 40 minutes. There is a bus in front of the station that goes to the hotel (Otaru Grizz High-Class Hotel). The hotel is conveniently located near the tourist area and also close to the Tenguyama Ropeway Station. Although the hotel is not very large, it is quite comfortable. It’s about a 5-10 minute walk to Otaru Canal, making it very convenient to stroll to the canal at night to enjoy the night view, especially in winter. If you plan to visit Tenguyama, it’s recommended to check the weather and the ropeway website beforehand to avoid a wasted trip. Near the station, there is a famous local restaurant called Wakadori Jidai. You can give it a try as their seafood and fried chicken are quite good. If you’re interested, you can also take some fried food back to the hotel, enjoy a drink with friends, and have a chat.

Otaru Tenguyama Cable Car Station. I didn’t expect to see such a beautiful snow scene in mid-April.

Autumn in the snowy country has a unique charm. For a romantic experience, don't miss the Otaru Canal and the starlit wishes at Mount Tengu. Relive the love story from the movie "Love Letter." Cape Kamui! The secret blue—it's even more worth visiting than Lake Mashu. Autumn in Niseko—enjoy the blue skies and white clouds, with hotel prices being incredibly affordable. Under the clear skies, have a picnic on the plains—it's simply perfect! Around Sapporo, there are wineries where travelers can book private tastings 🍸. Enjoy the sunset with fine wine—what more could one ask for in life? Besides seafood, skiing, and flower fields, Hokkaido in autumn offers many hidden treasures waiting to be discovered! 😍

Tenguyama is a mountain that offers a chilling yet captivating experience. When I visited, the cold wind made the air feel even colder, adding to the mountain’s raw beauty. At the summit, there’s a cozy restaurant and a souvenir shop, where visitors can warm up and take home keepsakes. During winter, I felt that the mountain will become a popular spot for skiing, attracting outdoor enthusiasts. One of the unique features of Tenguyama is its white Shinto shrine, which stands as a serene and spiritual focal point. It's a place where nature, culture, and adventure beautifully collide. #Japan #tenguyama #otaru

💞Reason for Recommendation: As someone who loves solo travel, I enjoy the tranquility of the streets in Sapporo and Otaru. Strolling through the streets in the early morning feels especially peaceful, and my mood is completely relaxed as I listen to the sound of Otaru's steam clock. It feels as if my soul is also at peace. Then, taking a ride up to Mount Tengu to admire the snow, I gaze at the cityscape while stepping on the unmelted snow, as if I were in a fairy tale. The next day, I visited the TV Tower to take in the distant scenery.

#MarchGoodPlaces2025 Day 4: Otaru Take the JR 🚃 from Kutchan to Otaru early in the morning First go to Hotel Torifito Otaru Canal to store your luggage🧳 I bought breakfast at Lawson. The tamagoyaki was sweet. Strolling along the Otaru Canal～～ Kamaei Factory Outlet: Eat fish cakes 🍥, a bit like Taiwanese fish tofu, but a bit different, very special taste I have never eaten before, the original flavor is the best 😋 Kitaichi Glass No. 3: A coffee shop with a good atmosphere. The coffee is okay, just ordinary coffee. The main thing is to feel the atmosphere. There is a strong smell of kerosene, but it is not unpleasant. The first generation ramen shop: 2024 Ramen 100 Famous Shops🍜, the decoration is very simple and nostalgic style. I ordered the limited edition white soy sauce ramen and the must-try miso ramen in Hokkaido. The soup of the white soy sauce ramen is very special, the meat is like stewed meat, the meat is tender and the soup is fresh and sweet. The new miso ramen soup is thick and salty, and the char siu is tender and delicious, melting in your mouth. Overall, I would recommend the limited edition white soy sauce ramen ☺️ Go shopping at Wing Bay Otaru in the afternoon🛒 Then go to Tengu Mountain to see the night view at night🌃 For dinner we chose to buy food from Lawson, we recommend the chicken from the freezer

From Otaru Station, you can take a bus (9 Tenguyama Ropeway Line, fare ¥240) to Tenguyama Ropeway Station, which takes about 15 minutes to arrive. Then take the cable car (round-trip fare ¥1800) and arrive at the observation deck in about five minutes. Unfortunately, the snow and the fog made the visibility poor, and the coastline was not very clear. However, when you walk into the snow-covered Tenguyama Shrine, the woods and the shrine torii half-submerged in the snow are like entering a fairy tale world. The shrine under the snow is really dreamy. My fingers were hurt by the cold wind, so I quickly hid in the coffee shop on the top of the mountain and visited the Tengu exhibition hall. After 6 o'clock, the street lights at the foot of the mountain were lit up one after another and I finally took pictures of the night view. The night view of the whole Otaru was unobstructed. It is worthy of being one of the three best night views in Hokkaido. #MarchGoodPlaces2025

The cable car runs 5 times per hour, the last time to go up the mountain is 19:48, and the time to go down the mountain is 20:00. The busiest time is from sunset to night view. It is recommended to come at 7 pm to avoid queuing. It is very windy when going up the mountain, so remember to keep warm! 🕰️Business hours: 9:00-20:00 📍Address: Tenguyama, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0012, Japan

#MarchTravelSupportEvent #OtaruWinterTravel #TenguMount #TenguMountSkiResort The cable car to TenguMount Observatory is not in operation due to bad weather Instead, we went to the TenguMount Ropeway to find the place where the first scene of Love Letter was filmed while getting hit by a snowstorm You can take a bus from Otaru Station, but you can also walk for an hour and a half to get there.

We took the gondola up Mt. Tengu, enjoying the peaceful ride as Otaru gradually came into view. The lush forests below gave way to the city, with its canals and harbor becoming clearer as we ascended. At the top, the panoramic view was stunning—Otaru spread out beneath us, framed by the Sea of Japan and surrounding mountains. It was a breathtaking sight, a perfect blend of nature and cityscape that made the trip unforgettable. #magicalxmastrip #travel #hokkaido #couplestrip

Take the Tengu-san Ropeway up to Tengu-yama, which was also the filming location for the movie Love Letter. In winter, it is a snowy field, but in summer, you can see this cool scenery.

#Winter travel destination 🏨 Tenguyama 🚩2 Chome-16-15 Mogami, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0023 Japan ✔️ I visited Otaru because I heard that if you want to see Otaru the best, you should climb Tenguyama. However, if there is a snowstorm, you can't see anything and it feels like Tenguyama is covered in snow. I wanted to visit about an hour before sunset to see the sunset and Otaru covered in snow, but it wasn't easy to expect Otaru without snow. However, I think Tenguyama is a must-visit winter travel destination because you can also see the night view beautifully.

🏠 Otaru Tengu Mountain 🚩 2 Chome-16-15 Mogami, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0023 Japan ⏰ Every day, 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM 📝 Otaru is beautiful at any time, but if you go in February, the whole world is covered in snow. I visited Otaru's Tengu Mountain, where you can see Otaru covered in snow the best. You have to take the ropeway to get up, and it's a little colder, but you can step on snow that you've never stepped on before, and it's a beautiful place where snow is everywhere. #SnowFlowerTravel