Senkoji Park & Ropeway
千光寺公園・千光寺山ロープウェイ
The hilltop park on Senkoji Mountain, with the new 'PEAK' observation deck overlooking the Onomichi Waterway and the island chain. In spring it is one of Japan's Top 100 cherry blossom spots.
The park on the summit of Senkoji Mountain features the 'PEAK' observation deck, rebuilt in 2022. It is an aerial walkway about 63 metres long that offers 360-degree views of central Onomichi, the Onomichi Waterway and the distant islands of the Shimanami Kaido. In spring, about 1,500 cherry trees bloom, and the park is listed among Japan's 100 Best Cherry Blossom Spots. The park also houses the Onomichi City Museum of Art, redesigned by Tadao Ando. The Senkoji Ropeway departs from Nagaekuchi at the foot of the mountain and takes about 3 minutes to reach the top, costing around 500 yen one way. The night view is also lovely.
Opening hours
Park open all day; cable car approx. 09:00–17:15
Nearby sights
- Path of Literature
- Senkoji Temple
- Onomichi Hondori Shopping Street
- Cat Alley (Neko no Hosomichi)
- Tenneiji Temple Three-storied Pagoda
- Saikokuji Temple
- ONOMICHI U2
- Jodoji Temple