Gozaisho Ropeway: Best Autumn Foliage Spot Near Nagoya & Osaka

2026.09.02

At Mt. Gozaisho in Mie Prefecture, autumn arrives earlier than at the base, with beautiful fall foliage appearing from late October. This article highlights the best spots, tips for enjoying the area, and practical information on visiting via the Gozaisho Ropeway. The area is easily accessible from Nagoya and Osaka, making it perfect for a day trip.

• Table of Contents
• A Stunning Autumn View in Japan: Easily Accessible from Nagoya & Osaka
• 1. The mountaintop park is dyed bright red.
• 2. Enjoying the autumn foliage from the ropeway
• 3. The final chapter of autumn foliage is at Yunoyama Onsen.
• 4. Enjoy the Gozaisho cuisine along with the spectacular scenery, such as "Gozaisho Curry Udon."
• 5. A new Instagrammable spot, "COCORU Terrace," has opened in the mountaintop park!
• 6. How to access the Gozaisho Ropeway
• 7. Check the latest information on official social media accounts.
• 8. Stay at the comfortable and convenient "Sanko Inn Yokkaichi Ekimae" near the station.
• 9. Yunoyama Onsen Monk Warrior Festival

A Stunning Autumn View in Japan: Easily Accessible from Nagoya & Osaka

If you take the ropeway to Mt. Gozaisho, which is 1,212 meters above sea level, you will be in the early autumn season. The clear autumn air makes for a wonderful view, and you can see the Alps in the distance from the beautiful cityscape of Mie Prefecture.

You can enjoy a spectacular panoramic view from the summit, and the mountain park has plenty to offer, including a restaurant with a great view, a sightseeing lift, and walking trails.

The ropeway fare is 2,600 yen round trip for adults, 1,300 yen round trip for children, and free for children aged 1 to 3. *Children aged 13 and over are charged the adult fare.

Find Out More About Autumn in Gozaisho

1. The mountaintop park is dyed bright red.

Around October 20th every year, the azalea leaves at Summit Park reach their peak of autumn color. The mountaintop is particularly home to a large number of plants of the Ericaceae family, including red azaleas, white azaleas, and Enkianthus campanulata, and when the azalea leaves turn red in autumn, the world becomes a deep crimson red. The autumn color phenomenon occurs when the daytime temperature is low and the nights drop suddenly, causing the production of anthocyanin pigments, which turn the leaves a vibrant red. Because the temperature is lower at the top of the mountain than at the base, the leaves can be seen turning autumn earlier.

Beautiful azalea colonies line the sightseeing lift, allowing you to enjoy autumn foliage during the ride. The lift connects Ropeway Sanjo Park Station to the summit of Mt. Gozaisho, covering 500 m in about 8 minutes. One-way fares are 400 yen, and round-trip fares are 700 yen, with the same price for adults and children aged 4 and over. The lift consists of single-seater cabins.

2. Enjoying the autumn foliage from the ropeway

The autumn foliage front descends from late October to mid-November. We recommend the autumn leaves from near the ropeway's mountaintop park station down to the middle of the mountain. In late October, the autumn leaves that paint the rocky slopes near the ropeway's mountaintop park station are magnificent and beautiful. In November, the valley near the Gozaisho Ropeway's symbol tower, "Tower No. 6," becomes like a tapestry, and a breathtakingly beautiful landscape unfolds.

However, it will be very crowded during this period, so we recommend going on a weekday. Also, if you use public transportation on weekends and holidays, you will not have to wait in line in traffic jams, so we recommend using trains and buses during this period.

3. The final chapter of autumn foliage is at Yunoyama Onsen.

You can enjoy the autumn foliage at Yunoyama Onsen in late November. The maple trees along the clear stream turn beautiful colors, transforming the hot spring town into a magical world.

4. Enjoy the Gozaisho cuisine along with the spectacular scenery, such as "Gozaisho Curry Udon."

At Mount Gozaisho Summit Park, there is a restaurant called "Nature" with a magnificent view, where you can enjoy the famous "Gozaisho Curry Udon" as well as seasonal menus and sweets. How about enjoying a meal or cafe time while taking in the magnificent view?

5. A new Instagrammable spot, "COCORU Terrace," has opened in the mountaintop park!

A new Instagrammable spot, "COCORRU Terrace," opened at Gozaisho-dake Mountain Park on October 31, 2025. From the terrace, you can enjoy beautiful views of the Ise Shima area of ​​Mie Prefecture , and there is also a swing with a spectacular view that offers both thrills and a great view. Take your time to enjoy the scenery and make the most of Gozaisho at this new photogenic spot.

6. How to access the Gozaisho Ropeway

[Kintetsu Railway] : Whether coming from Nagoya or Osaka, first head towards Kintetsu "Yokkaichi Station" .

Get off at Kintetsu "Yokkaichi Station," transfer to the "Yunoyama Line," and head to the final stop, "Yunoyama Onsen Station." The Kintetsu Rail Pass is a great and economical option for Kintetsu trains.

[Mie Kotsu Bus] : Take the bus from Yunoyama Onsen Station bound for "Yunoyama Onsen Gozaisho Ropeway Mae." The journey takes 10 minutes.

[Kintetsu: Yokkaichi Station] → 26 minutes → [Kintetsu: Yunoyama Onsen Station] → 10 minutes → [Mie Kotsu Bus: Yunoyama Onsen Gozaisho Ropeway] → Immediately → [Gozaisho Ropeway]

*Please do not take the train bound for JR Yokkaichi. It is quite far from Kintetsu Yokkaichi Station.

7. Check the latest information on official social media accounts.

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8. Stay at the comfortable and convenient "Sanko Inn Yokkaichi Ekimae" near the station.

Located right next to Yokkaichi Station, the Sanko Inn Yokkaichi Ekimae hotel offers excellent access to attractions such as the Gozaisho Ropeway, as well as to Nagoya, Ise, and TOBA, making it the perfect base for sightseeing in Mie Prefecture! It's also recommended for extended stays while exploring various locations while enjoying Yokkaichi.

9. Yunoyama Onsen Monk Warrior Festival

On Sunday, October 4th, the largest fire festival in Mie Prefecture, the "Sōhei Matsuri" (Monk Warrior Festival), will be held in Mie Prefecture Onsen, Mie Prefecture. The stage will feature performances by Sōhei Taiko drummers, singing shows, and comedy shows. The main highlight is the "Kaen Mikoshi" (flaming portable shrine) parade through the streets of Yunoyama Onsen, a spectacular sight as the shrine burns brightly.