Zao Sightseeing Guide in Summer | Zao Central Ropeway

■Dokko Numa (pond)

A mysterious pond that shines with emerald green. 15 minutes by foot from Torikabuto Station.

Dokko Numa (summer)

Dokko Numa (autumn)

 

■Torikabuto Observation Platform (Elevation 1387m.)

1 minute by foot from Torikabuto Station.

Picturesque view from the Torikabuto Observation Platform.

 

■Katakai Numa (pond)

Highly recommended for the Autumn.

15 minutes by foot from Torikabuto Station.

The beautiful autumn colors of Katakai Numa.

 

■Chestnut Tiger

Central Plateau (August)

This butterfly crosses oceans over its lifetime. They have traveled to Taiwan and Hong Kong from Japan before.

 

■Fudotaki (Waterfall)

A beautiful waterfall which flows from Dokko Numa. 30 minutes by foot from Dokko Numa.

Refresh your whole body by bathing in negative ions.

 

Ringing the three bells of Zao will bring about happiness.

“Bell of Good Fortune”

Torikabuto Mountain Summit Observation Platform. 1 minute by foot from Torikabuto Station.

Good luck will come if you ring the “Bell of Good Fortune.”

 

“Bell of Love”

Near Katakai Numa. 15 minutes by foot from Torikabuto Station.

If you pray for their happiness and ring the “Bell of Love”, eternal bonds will be formed.

 

“Bell of Good Health”

Near Dokko Numa. 15 minutes by foot from Torikabuto Station.

Ringing the “Bell of Good Health” will bring vitality and continuing good health.

 

Zao Dai Gongen

For perpetual health and longevity - God of Water “Zao Dai Gongen.”

 

Zao Daikokuten

For safety of one’s family - success in business “Zao Daikokuten.”