Decided not to get on the ropeway, no reason to fill in time as I wasn't going to be taking any photos of the tori at sunset. Went for a little walk up the Momijidani trail instead.
Japanese Garden erosion measures developed to fight against erosion and to also protect against landslides
Not at all prepared for a long hike so turned back after 15 minutes or so
Goal umpires in Japan as well
Pleasant walk back to the ferry, another survey done for some schoolkids
Grabbed my bags and into a taxi to my hotel, the Sunroute. Had 2 bags by this time, and had a bit of fun with the taxi driver. 1st bag had most of my stuff and was around 16/17 kilos, 2nd one had about 3 kilos in it. Passing the second bag to the driver did my best Dean Lukin impression, complete with sound effects. He had a laugh when he prepared himself to take the weight and got the light as a feather bag
On arrival at the hotel taxi driver taking the bags out, gave the big struggle, complete with sound effects getting the light bag out. Touche taxi driver.
Since booking the Sunroute had changed it's name/owners to Sotetsu Grand Fresa. Had stayed at the hotel 4 years ago, new branding seeming to go a little more upmarket with te reception area and lobby given a new look. Rooms were pretty much the same though. Plenty of room and about $65 a night.
Bags down, time for a wander