Panorama Park
Panorama Park
VIEWPOINT
To enjoy a magnificent view of the Mt. Fuji and the Suruga Bay then look no further than Panorama Park. With a panoramic view of the surround peninsula you’ll need a second to catch your breath. If the open air isn’t to your taste then the Fujimi Terrace, completed in July 2016, offers a relaxing view of the scenery. This however is limited to 6 seats with a fee payable and reservations required. There is also a foot spa and athletics ground for both children and adults to enjoy.
Panorama Park is famous for its “first sunrise of the year” viewing. It opens early on the 1st January (around 5:30am) and you can enjoy the whole region lighting up at the sunlight hits it. This is a very important tradition in Japan so if you’re here at the right time then don’t miss it!
There are many seasonal flowers so be sure to plan around this if you’re coming in season! In spring, you can see cherry blossoms and azaleas. In summer, hydrangeas and lilies. In autumn, the gorgeous fall leaves are on display. In winter you can see some of the earliest cherry blossoms in Japan (a different variant from the spring ones).
With a big car park and easy access from major cities, Panorama Park is very accessible.
OPENING HOURS
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
9:30AM – 5PM
9:30AM – 5PM
9:30AM – 5PM
9:30AM – 5PM
9:30AM – 5PM
9AM – 5PM
9AM – 5PM
Note: Last admission to the ropeway is 4:30pm in winter and 5pm in summer.
The ropeway is open from 5:30am on New Year’s day.
PRICES
ADULTS (one way)
ADULTS (return)
CHILDREN (one way)
CHILDREN (return)
￥1,200
￥2,000
￥600
￥1,000
Note: Free for preschoolers. Children younger than this cannot ride the ropeway. ￥400 yen off if you book your tickets online!
If you go on New Year’s day then it’ll be a little more expensive.
Review
I was very fortunate to have friends recommend this to me for my first New Year in Japan. Waking up to get there for 5:30am was tough and the crowds were unbelievable (be sure to get a good spot and wait for at least an hour or else you won’t be able to get the pictures), however, the views were definitely worth it. It’s a little pricey for a viewpoint but when you’re up at the top there are some other things to check out so you can get your money’s worth.
For any of you avid hikers, it is actually possible to hike all the way up to the top. It’ll take a little longer than the 7 minute ropeway but if you want to work for the view then don’t be afraid to try it. The attractions at the top are also a little of a walk, however nothing too difficult for the average person.
ADDRESS
Panorama Park,
260-1 Nagaoka,
Izunokuni,
Shizuoka Prefecture,
410-2211
+81559481525 (Japanese only)
https://www.panoramapark.co.jp/ (Japanese only)
RECOMMENDED ROUTE:
Take the train to Izu-Nagaoka station and switch to the bus. Get off at Izunokuni Shiyakusho-mae and walk roughly 1 minute to the ropeway.
Things nearby:
NIRAYAMA REVERBERATORY FURNACE
GANJOJUIN TEMPLE
COMING SOON
