Hōzanji Line 2 is operated in holiday seasons, and for safety inspections of the Line 1. Since the Hōzanji Line runs along a fairly urbanized area, it also functions as a commuter line. However, the line does not accept PiTaPa, a smart card ticketing system, nor Surutto Kansai, a prepaid magnetic card ticketing system.
Hōzanji Line 2 operates during peak holiday seasons and for maintenance of Line 1. Given its location in an urbanized area, it also serves as a daily commuter route. However, the line does not accept PiTaPa or Surutto Kansai, two ticketing systems.