Question 1

How do I get there from Hakata or Nagasaki?

Accepted Answer

About 1 hour 45 minutes from Hakata Station on the JR Huis Ten Bosch limited express, or about 1 hour 30 minutes from Nagasaki Station on the Seaside Liner rapid service, then about 6 minutes' walk from Huis Ten Bosch Station. From Fukuoka Airport there is a direct bus taking about 125 minutes.

Question 2

What are the popular attractions?

Accepted Answer

Horizon Adventure, with about 800 tonnes of water crashing through, VR World and the Tenku Rail Coaster Shippu are among the best known. About 40 attractions in all are included in the 1DAY passport.

Question 3

When is the illumination at its best?

Accepted Answer

The Huis Ten Bosch illumination is billed as one of the largest in the world, using 13 million lights. It runs for a long period from autumn into winter, wrapping the whole park, including the castle, canals and gardens, in light. Please check the official website for exact dates.

Question 4

Can I bring a pet?

Accepted Answer

There are areas where pets may enter. Attractions and some areas may not admit them. Please see the pet rules on the official website for details.

Question 5

Are there discounts for Nagasaki residents?

Accepted Answer

Nagasaki residents can get up to 6,000 yen off an annual passport under the Nagasaki residents' discount. Epos card holders receive 5 per cent off, and holders of a disability certificate plus one carer also receive a discount. Please see the official website for details.

Question 6

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

Normally 9:00-22:00, but this varies by season, day of the week and event. Please check the calendar on the official website for the day you plan to visit.

Question 7

How large is Huis Ten Bosch?

Accepted Answer

The site covers 1.52 million square metres, about 33 times the area of the Tokyo Dome, making it one of the largest theme parks in Japan. A canal 6 km long runs through the town, with facilities spread along it.

Question 8

What is the best season to visit?

Accepted Answer

Each season has its highlights: flower fields of tulips and roses in spring, fireworks and the rose festival in summer, the autumn rose festival, and in winter an illumination of more than 13 million lights, among the largest in the world. There are seasonal events whenever you visit.

Question 9

Is there accommodation?

Accepted Answer

There are several hotels inside Huis Ten Bosch and in the adjoining area, including Hotel Okura JR Huis Ten Bosch and Hotel Den Haag. Staying at a hotel may let you enjoy the park after closing or enter early the next day.

Question 10

What passport types are there, and how much do they cost?

Accepted Answer

The basic ticket is the 1DAY passport, covering entry and about 40 attractions for the whole day. Prices vary by age, how you buy and the date of your visit, and may change on particular days such as fireworks nights. Please see the official website for details.

Question 11

Is there parking, and how much does it cost?

Accepted Answer

There is a large car park with up to 5,000 spaces, at 1,000 yen per day. Charges may change, so please check the official website.

Question 12

What is the address?

Accepted Answer

1-1 Huis Ten Bosch-machi, Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture

Question 13

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Parking is available. Please check the official information for details.

Question 14

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

The 1DAY passport (entry plus attractions) is priced differently for adults, junior and senior high school students, elementary school children and pre-school children. Please check the official website.

Question 15

When is it closed?

Accepted Answer

Open all year round, apart from maintenance closures.

Question 16

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

9:00-22:00 (varies by day). Please check the calendar on the official website.

Question 17

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

About 6 minutes' walk from JR Huis Ten Bosch Station. About 1 hour 45 minutes from Hakata Station on the Huis Ten Bosch limited express. About 1 hour 30 minutes from Nagasaki Station on the Seaside Liner.

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