Observatory / Outlook Spots in Nagasaki Area

  • Yumiharidake Observatory
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    Nagasaki Pref. Saseboshi Onochou
    An observatory located on Mt. Yumiharidake in Ono-cho, Sasebo City. Visitors can get a sweeping view of the natural beauty of the Kujuku Islands and the Goto Sea, as well as Sasebo City to the east and Sasebo Port to the south. In the evening, visitors can take in the glittering cityscape and isaribi firelight lure fishing; in spring, cherry blossoms blooming in profusion in the area.

    Walked to the top from the Navy base on a rainy day, I wasnt blessed with the view looking down but I still loved the location.

  • Mt. Inasa Observation Deck
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    Nagasaki Pref. Nagasakishi Inasamachi 364
    This observatory is located at the summit of Mt. Inasa in Inasa-machi, Nagasaki City. It is very popular as a spot to enjoy night views of Nagasaki City, and is considered one of the World's New Top 3 Night Views and one of the Japan's new top 3 cities for night views. In addition, you can see the cityscape of Nagasaki, Unzen, Amakusa and the Goto Islands during the day. The summit is accessible using the ropeway from Fuchi Shrine at the foot of the mountain. There is also a restaurant in the observatory where you can have dinner while taking in the night view.
  • Kamizaka Observation Deck
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    Nagasaki Tsushima-shi Izuharacho Kitazato
    The observatory is located in Itsukubaru-cho, Tsushima City, at an elevation of 358 m. It commands a panoramic view of Hakutake, the sacred mountain of Tsushima, the rias coast of Asakaya Bay, and beyond to Kyushu and Korea.

    Eboshi-dake is the more famous viewpoint, and does give better views of the bay, with with the cost of being overcrowded. This park is much less visited, and much of the park isnt even visited...

  • Mt. Ishi Observation Deck
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    Nagasaki Pref. Saseboshi Funakoshichou 2277
    Located about a 15-minute walk from Kujukushima Zoo & Botanical Garden, this observation deck offers a 360-degree panoramic view of Kujukushima Island. The island scenery that appears at the beginning of “The Last Samurai” was shot here, which has made it a popular destination, particularly for photography enthusiasts.
  • Nita-toge Pass Lookout Deck
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    Nagasaki Pref. Unzenshi Obamachounzen
    This observation area is located in Unzen, Obama-cho, Unzen City. You can enjoy the nature of the four seasons of the Nitta Pass and Mt. Myoken including the autumn leaves, spring azaleas and summer fresh greenery. In addition, the Unzen Ropeway also operates from the adjacent Nita Pass Station to Myokendake Station. In addition, there is also a second deck where you can see Mt. Heiseishinzan.
  • Nabekanmuriyama Park Observatory
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    Nagasaki Pref. Nagasakishi Izumo 2-144-1
    "An observatory located in Mt. Nabekanmuri Park in Izumo, Nagasaki City. Visitors can get a sweeping view of Nagasaki Port; Nagasaki City; and Gunkanjima (Hashima Island) and the Former Glover Residence, cultural assets included in the ""Sites of Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution"" World Heritage listing. The observatory is also a popular destination from which to enjoy a view of Nagasaki at night selected from inclusion on World's New Top 3 Night Views."
  • Ikoku no Mieru Oka Observatory
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    Nagasaki Pref. Tsushimashi Kamiagatamachisago Kitazato
    This observatory is located in Sago, Kamiagata-cho, Tsushima City. It is positioned at the summit of an agricultural road placed on Mt. Senbyomaki in Iki-Tsushima Quasi-National Park. Approximately only a mere 50 kilometers from Busan, South Korea, you can see Busan on the other side of the sea depending on the weather conditions.
  • Eboshi-dake Observatory
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    Nagasaki Pref. Tsushimashi Toyotamamachini
    This observatory is located at the summit of Mt. Eboshi located in Nii, Toyotama-machi, Tsushima City. Besides being able to see the landscape of Aso Bay scattered with many islands over the intricate terrain unique to the rias coast, it is popular as a spot where you can gaze out on the Tsushima Strait, Korea Strait and the nature of the surrounding area. Stairs have been installed from the parking lot near the summit to the station.
  • Korea View Place
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    Nagasaki Pref. Tsushimashi Kamitsushimamachiwaniura
    This observatory is located in Waniura, Kamitsushima-cho, Tsushima City. Situated approximately 50 kilometers from Busan, South Korea, you can see the cityscape and night views of Busan on the other side of the sea depending on the weather conditions. The architecture incorporates an ancient Korean style, and the observatory is modeled after the multipurpose facility in Seoul's Pagoda Park.
  • Mt. Myoken Observatory Park
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    Nagasaki Pref. Unzenshi Obamachounzen
    This lookout located in Unzen, Obama-cho, Unzen City is a short walk from Myokendake Station on the Unzen Ropeway. At an altitude of approximately 1,300 meters, you can see the nature in the area of Unzen also called Unzen-Amakusa National Park. In addition, it holds Unzen Nita Pass Premium Night, an event where you can watch the night views of Amakusa and Shimabara.
  • Chijiwa Observatory
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    Nagasaki Pref. Unzenshi Chidiwachouhei 160
    "This observation facility inside the Chijiwa Tourist Center along the Shimabara Highway is located in Chijiwa-cho hei, Unzen City. You can look out on the scenery interweaving sites such as Tachibana Bay, Chijiwa Beach, and Mt. Unzen Fugen. In addition, it has facilities such as a cafeteria, shop selling specialty goods, and a direct sales store for castella, and sells the original fried Shimabara-grown potato product ""Jagachan."""
  • Funakoshi Observation Deck
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    Nagasaki Pref. Saseboshi Funakoshichou 147
    A barrier-free viewing platform located along the road from Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort to Saikai National Park Kujukushima Aquarium Umi Kirara. The highest viewing platform of the many overlooking the Kujuku Islands, visitors can enjoy a breathtaking view of the nearby islands.
  • Gyoran Kannon Observatory
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    Nagasaki Goto-shi Miirakumachi Kaitsu
  • Takenotsuji Observation Deck
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    Nagasaki Iki Gonouracho Wakamatsufure 398-1 Hoka
  • Shirodake Observation Platform
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    Nagasaki Goto-shi Kishukumachi Kishiku
    This observation platform, a 30-minute drive from Fukue Port, is located on the north side of Fukue Island not far from Hamada Beach. The observation platform is also located on the site where Kishiku Castle, built in 1383 by the eighth head of the Goto clan Uku Satoro, stood. From 216 meters above sea level, visitors can see not only the surrounding townscape and the Hassaku Plateau, but also all the way to the islands of Naru Island and Nakadori Island. Visitors are drawn by the majestic, sprawling scenery, which resembles a veritable diorama. A trail leading away from the observation platform to the top of the mountain also connects to the No. 1 Shirodake Observatory, and from there visitors can get a 360-degree, panoramic view of the area.
  • Mt. Kokuzo Observatory
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    Nagasaki Saikai-shi Saikaicho Otawago 4600-40
    Located at an elevation of 307 meters above sea level, this observatory offers a panoramic view of the surrounding nature and the city, including Omura Bay, Sasebo Port, and the Shimabara Peninsula.
  • Inasayama Park Observation Deck
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    Nagasaki Nagasaki-shi Inasamachi 364
  • Shiroyama Observation Deck
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    Nagasaki Nagasaki-shi Shimokurosakimachi
  • Bokujonosatoaduma
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    Nagasaki Pref. Unzenshi Adumachoukawatokomyou
  • Ishihara Bridge Observation Deck
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    Nagasaki Hirado-shi Ikitsukicho Minamimen

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This hidden corner of the country is rural Japan at its best, where underground activity is to thank for active volcanoes and bubbling natural hot springs along the Shimabara Peninsula as well as the crystal clear waters of the Goto Islands off the west coast. Less well known than Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park, Nagasaki commemorates its own past at the Nagasaki Peace Park, which sits alongside the charming Meganebashi stone bridge and a mix of religious buildings with beautiful architecture, such as the Zen Buddhist Sofukuji Temple, the Confucian Shrine, and the Oura Christian Church.

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