Mount Moiwa Summit Observation Deck

Mount Moiwa Summit Observation Deck is located at the peak of Mount Moiwa, accessible by Sapporo Mount Moiwa Ropeway and “Morris Car” Mini Cable Car. After arriving from the Morris Car, I spent about an hour up at Mount Moiwa Summit Observation Deck to enjoy the views.

Outside Mount Moiwa Summit Observation Deck

The façade of Mount Moiwa Summit Observation Deck.

There is a car park outside Mount Moiwa Summit Observation Deck, but this is more used by service vehicles rather than visitors.

There is also a walking trail down to Chufuku Station.

The Mount Moiwa Summit is 531 meters above sea level.

More landmarks around the summit.

A shrine is also built at the summit of Mount Moiwa.

Mount Moiwa Summit Observation Deck is built at the area beside the summit.

Mount Moiwa Summit Observation Deck

For views even higher than the summit, head into the Mount Moiwa Summit Observation Deck and go up to the roof level for an open-air observation deck.

Looking down at the summit from the Mount Moiwa Summit Observation Deck.

The snow had just stopped so there were some patches around the observation deck.

There are padlocks locked around the Bell of Happiness which reminded me of Mount Faber instead.

Looking down at the car park and mountains behind Mount Moiwa Summit Observation Deck

Looking down at the Morris Car funicular line.

There are pay-per-use binoculars around the observation deck for a closer look to the ground.

Information signs are also posted around the observation deck pointing out various landmarks in Sapporo.

Looking down at Sapporo from Mount Moiwa Summit Observation Deck.

Someone built a snowman on the bench, which was still surviving even when the sun was coming out.

Heading into the sheltered area to head down from the observation deck.

“Love Locks” can be purchased from the vending machine here to lock it outside on the observation deck.

Heading down the stairs to the 2nd floor.

The layout of Mount Moiwa Summit Observation Deck across 3 floors.

The Jewels Takeaway

The Jewels restaurant was closed as my visit was still early, but there is a take-out snack bar available for snacks and drinks.

A selection of ice cream, drinks, and snacks are available.

The Jewels Takeaway Lounge

A takeaway lounge is available for customers of The Jewels Takeaway.

Lots of seats are offered at the takeaway lounge, with views of Sapporo city below through the big glass walls.

I got myself an ice cream (400 yen) since it was the most prominently advertised made with Hokkaido milk. Top-notch stuff.

I also purchased a Moiwa Quiche (550 yen) since it was the namesake, and I wanted something savoury too. This seems to be made with sweet potatoes.

One done with my afternoon snack at The Jewels Takeaway, I took the lift down to Sancho Station to wait for the next Morris Car back down.