Escape the Summer Heat at the Summit of Mt. Yokoteyama
When the cities below are sweltering in the summer heat, Mt. Yokoteyama in Shiga Kogen offers a cool escape at 2,300 meters above sea level — often around 10°C cooler than the lowlands. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing hike or a scenic lift ride, reaching the summit is easier than you might think.
You can access the top via two lift routes: the Shibutoge Romance Lift from the Shibutoge Ski Area side, or the Sky-Lator and Sky Lift from the Yokoteyama Ski Area side. Both have free parking available.
Prefer to hike? A 30-minute to 1-hour walk from either side will get you to the summit, where panoramic views and crisp mountain air await. It’s the perfect highland getaway during Japan’s humid summer months.
Lift Information
Sky-Lator and sky lift round-trip ticket : Adult ￥2,000 / Child ￥1,700
Shibutoge Romance lift round-trip ticket : Adult ￥2,000 / Child ￥1,700
Shibutoge Hotel with an iconic design of the border between Nagano and Gunma prefectures.
A cool breeze blows through the air as you ride the Shibutoge Romance Lift.
The sky gets closer as you climb to the top of the mountain.
Panoramic view from Manten View Terrace
There are two restaurants at the top of the mountain. ＊Please check the business hours in advance.
Crumpet Cafe
Yokote summit Hutte＆Bakery
You can also walk up the ski slope.
Sky lift
Nikko Kisuge daylilies. Nikko kisuge is at its best in July.