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, as well as its operator. The funitel line links between Sōunzan and Tōgendai via Ōwakudani, all within

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Basic data

Hakone Ropeway was a single line until 2001. From 2002, it became a system consisted of two distinct sections, although they are still treated as the same line.

Between Sōunzan and Ōwakudani

*System: ** Bicable gondola lift, until 2001 ** Funitel, from 2002 *Distance: *Vertical interval: *Maximum gradient: 25°33′ *Operational speed: 5.0 m/s *Passenger capacity per a cabin: 18 *Cabins: 18

Between Ōwakudani and Tōgendai

*System: **Bicable gondola lift, until 2006 **Funitel, from 2007 *Distance: *Vertical interval: *Maximum gradient: 19°42′ *Operational speed: 5.0 m/s *Passenger capacity per a cabin: 18 *Cabins: 30

Stations

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