Shin-Kobe Ropeway

The Shin-Kōbe Ropeway (新神戸ロープウェー) is Japanese aerial lift line in Kōbe, Hyōgo, operated by Kōbe City Urban Development. It has an official nickname Kōbe Yume-Fūsen (神戸夢風船). Opened in 1991, the line links Shin-Kōbe Station and Nunobiki Herb Garden. Its scenic view is popular among tourists.

Basic data

 * Cable length: 1.5 km
 * Vertical interval: 330 m
 * Longest span: 217 m
 * Spans: 12
 * Passenger capacity per a cabin: 6
 * Cabins: 69
 * Main engine: 200 kW DC motor
 * Operational speed: 3 m/s
 * Time required for single ride: 10 minutes