Amanohashidate View Land

(Combine a full day trip from Kyoto with Ine no Funaya)

Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya one-day tour

This was one of the best views I’ve ever experienced. Ride the chairlift up to see Japan’s famous sandbar, often called the “Bridge to Heaven.”

Perched high above one of Japan’s most iconic scenic spots, Amanohashidate View Land offers a breathtaking panorama that left me in awe. What makes it even more enjoyable is that it’s not just about the view, there are plenty of fun attractions too, including pedal cars, a ferris wheel, go-karts, an observation deck, and even a restaurant where you can relax and soak it all in.

How to Get There: Tour vs DIY

You can reach Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya either by joining a guided tour or traveling independently by train and bus.

Option 1: Guided Day Tour (Easiest)

Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya one-day tour

• Perfect if you don’t want to worry about planning and navigating.

• Includes round-trip transport from Kyoto/Osaka, sightseeing and a guide.

• Price: Around ¥8,000 – ¥9,000 per person which is cheaper than the train and bus combined (unless you have a JR Pass or Regional Pass.)

• Worth it if you’re short on time or want a stress-free trip.

Option 2: DIY by Train & Bus

• From Kyoto Station: Take the JR Hashidate Limited Express to Amanohashidate Station

  • 2 hours | ~¥4,500 one-way

• From Osaka Station: Depending on where you are starting from, you will end up transfering to the JR Hashidate Limited Express to Amanohashidate

  • 2.5 hours | ~¥5,500 one-way

• From Amanohashidate Station: Take the Tankai Bus to Ine Funaya

  • ~40 mins | ¥400 one-way | Runs about once an hour

Regional Pass Tips

If you’re planning one or two diy day trips or intend on exploring more of Kansai and Hokuriku, consider these two rail passes are highly worth considering:

• JR Kansai Regional Pass WIDE Area Pass – ¥10,000 / 5 days

  • Covers the Limited Express Hashidate, plus trips to Okayama, Himeji, Wakayama, and Kinosaki Onsen.

  • Best if you’re focusing on Kansai + short extensions.

• JR Kansai-Hokuriku Area Pass – ¥15,000 / 7 days

  • Covers everything in the Kansai WIDE Pass plus Hokuriku: Fukui, Kanazawa, Toyama, and even the Hokuriku Shinkansen.

  • Perfect if you want to combine Amanohashidate with Kanazawa, Shirakawa-go (via bus from Kanazawa), or Okayama