World's Cultural Heritage・One of Japan's “Three Most Scenic Spots” Miyajima・Mt.Misen Miyajima Ropeway
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The Miyajima Ropeway is a direct way to the miracle spots “Mt. Misen” enjoyed by God naturally.
 
Looking into the History of Miyajima/Mt. Misen
The Highlight Guidance of Mt.Misen
Highlight Map
The magnificent Landscapes 360°Panorama View
Miyajima's Living Miracles
Misen's Seven Wonders
Kosatsu (old historic temples and shrines)
People relating to Mt.Misen
Wonder of Nature
Misen Primeval Forest
Strange Rocks
Tidings of wild birds and flowers
Model Courses Introduction
Misen Trivia
A Guide to Miyajima Ropeway
The Introduction of Facilities
Ropeway Fares and Hours of Operation
Access Guide
Advantageous and useful informations
Paper Crafts
Collection of Links
 
 
Miyajima Ropeway was reborn! How were the gondolas replaced??

Gondolas were hauled up to the site by the domestic largest commercial helicopter. A difficult operation had to be done in perfect synch between the pilot and operators at the summit.

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Firstly, inspect the state of
the mountain summit.
Carry the gondola by a helicopter.
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The wind velocity right below is about 40 meters!
Work in a severe wind.

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Finally, start the installation of new gondola!
The last sets up new gondola by manual labor carefully.

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Design renovation! Window is bigger, so comfortable.
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