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, operated by Yoshino Ōmine Kēburu Ropeway Bus Co., Ltd. This is the oldest surviving

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line in the nation. The line opened on March 12, 1929, a year after Yoshino Railway, the current

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line to Yoshino Station. The line uses two cabins, named ''Kaede'' (Maple) and ''Sakura'' (Cherry). The cabins have stair-like floors; the classical style that has become uncommon nowadays. Although the cabins and cables have been updated, the spans are still those constructed in 1928. The line is not only a sightseeing line to Mount Yoshino, but also a local transport for residents there. As such, there is a commuter pass available.

Basic data

*System: Aerial tramway, 2 track cables and 2 haulage ropes *Distance: *Vertical interval: *Maximum gradient: 27° *Operational speed: 2 m/s *Passenger capacity: 28

Services

Cabins operate once every 30 minutes in most seasons. In the spring ''

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'' (cherry blossom viewing) season, cabins operate once every 15 minutes during the day and every 20 minutes in the morning and evening. The whole ride takes 3 minutes. The fare costs ¥360 one-way, or ¥610 for a round-trip.

Stations

*Yoshino Senbonguchi Station: Transfer to

. *Yoshinoyama Station

External links

Yoshino Ōmine Kēburu Bus official website
Aerial tramways in Japan 1929 establishments in Japan {{Japan-cable-line-stub

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