Uploaded November 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Destination Earth Presents: The World's Shortest Escalator
The world’s shortest escalator, certified by the Guinness World Records, is located in the basement of the More's department store in Kawasaki, Japan. Known as the Puchicalator, this quirky escalator measures just 32.8 inches (83 centimeters) in vertical rise. It has only five steps and takes about 5-6 seconds to ride, making it more of a novelty than a practical necessity.
Despite its tiny size, it operates like a full-scale escalator, complete with handrails and a gentle incline. It’s become a fun tourist attraction, with visitors stopping by to marvel at its absurdly short journey and snap photos.
The Puchicalator highlights Japan’s love for engineering precision and quirky innovations. It’s a reminder that sometimes, it’s the small things that make a big impression!
Destination Earth Presents: The World's Shortest Escalator
The world’s shortest escalator, certified by the Guinness World Records, is located in the basement of the More's department store in Kawasaki, Japan. Known as the Puchicalator, this quirky escalator measures just 32.8 inches (83 centimeters) in vertical rise. It has only five steps and takes about 5-6 seconds to ride, making it more of a novelty than a practical necessity.
Despite its tiny size, it operates like a full-scale escalator, complete with handrails and a gentle incline. It’s become a fun tourist attraction, with visitors stopping by to marvel at its absurdly short journey and snap photos.
The Puchicalator highlights Japan’s love for engineering precision and quirky innovations. It’s a reminder that sometimes, it’s the small things that make a big impression!
