Zao Echo Line

Zao Echo Line

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JR Shiraishi-Zao Station → 1 hour 30 minutes for Zao-Karita-summit via Miyagi Kotsu Line Bus Echo Line, stop off, walk off (only on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays; no service from early November to late April); or car 1 hour
20km 45 minutes from Shiraishi IC on Tōhoku via National Route 4, Prefectural Route 12; or 45 minutes from Murata IC on Tōhoku
350 units

Business Hours

Free walking, Zao Ropeway from 8:30 to 17:00, Zao High Line from 7:30 to 17:00

Price

Free traffic (Zao Ropeway, Zao High Line is charged)

Spot Category

Tourist road


Drive course with majestic scenery
Zao Town, Miyagi Prefecture


Zao Town, Miyagi Prefecture

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