Dragondola

苗場ドラゴンドラ

A breathtaking aerial journey flaunting the peak of autumn and winter scenery.

The Naeba Dragondola is Japan’s longest gondola ride, spanning 5,481 meters to connect the Naeba Highlands to the Tashiro Highlands at the summit. Rising 425 meters in elevation, the 25-minute trip offers breathtaking aerial views of the emerald-green Lake Futai together with the majestic mountains and crystal-clear streams that surround it.

In autumn, the mountains are painted in vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows, making it feel like you’ve stepped into a work of art. In winter, the landscape transforms into a shimmering snowy wonderland. Look down, and you might spot the adorable footprints of wild rabbits and serows in the snow.

Many activities can be enjoyed from autumn to winter, promising just as much fun after stepping off the gondola.

Area: Yuzawa and Uonuma Area

Category: Nature and Scenery

General Information

Address	新潟県南魚沼郡湯沢町大字三国202
Directions	Approx. 50 minutes by bus from the East Exit of Echigo-Yuzawa Station (JR Joetsu Shinkansen). Approx. 30 minutes by car from the Yuzawa IC on the Kan-Etsu Expressway.
Car Park	Available
Opening Times	Operating Hours: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (last return ride at 4:00 pm) Spring Green Season: Late April to mid-June Autumn Foliage Season: Early October to early November
Prices	Spring Green Season: Adults: 2,800 yen, Elementary School Students: 1,400 yen Autumn Foliage Season: Adults: 3,800 yen, Elementary School Students: 2,200 yen *For more details, please check the official website.