Between January 16 and 17, 2023, a safety audit was conducted on Minakami Hodaigi Resort Inc. The audit revealed that some cable car staff had not received necessary rescue training as stipulated by Article 6 of the Special Ropeway Operation Handling Rules, and that the rescue system based on Article 4 could not be effectively organized. Additionally, the disassembly inspection cycle of the grip device on the carrier exceeded the prescribed interval in the Maintenance Rules for Single-line Fixed and Automatic Circulating Special Ropeways. The company is instructed to establish a system ensuring all staff receive necessary training and to review and adjust inspection cycles as needed, including potential amendments to the Maintenance Rules, to ensure proper maintenance and safety. The company must report on these measures by May 19, 2023, including root cause analysis and measures to prevent recurrence.