A city of history and hills bathed in sunlight—a journey through Nagasaki , based at the JR Kyushu Hotel Nagasaki .
Nagasaki, a port town brimming with exotic charm, where you feel the sea breeze the moment you step off the train. With the arrival of spring, the city is enveloped in vibrant flowers. Why not enjoy a special spring stay at JR Kyushu Hotel Nagasaki, which boasts a prime location as a starting point for sightseeing, directly connected to Nagasaki Station where the Shinkansen bullet train arrives?
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Table of Contents
- 1. [Stay] Enjoy a relaxing and high-quality moment at the gateway to Nagasaki.
- 2. [Sightseeing] 4 Recommended Spots to Enjoy Spring in Nagasaki
- ① Cherry blossoms and kite flying at Kazagashira Park
- ② Glover Garden: Spring flowers and Western-style buildings that seem frozen in time.
- ③ Omura Park: A spectacular view of Japan's spring, one of the "Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots".
- ④ Inasayama Park: A carpet of azaleas and a night view that captivates the world.
- Summary: Nagasaki in spring, where history and modernity intersect.

1. [Stay] Enjoy a relaxing and high-quality moment at the gateway to Nagasaki.
Located directly above JR Nagasaki Station, this hotel seamlessly supports your journey from the moment you arrive.
Enjoy the luxury of direct access to the station: no need to carry heavy luggage. After checking in, you can freely enjoy shopping and dining at the station building, "Amu Plaza Nagasaki."
Smooth access promises a relaxed journey.
Whether by air or land, the simple, easy-to-navigate routes are a major draw.
Access from Nagasaki Airport: Take the airport limousine bus from Nagasaki Airport to "Nagasaki " (approximately 45 minutes). The hotel is about a 3-5 minute walk from the bus stop, making it easy even for those unfamiliar with the area.
For those coming by car: Take the Nagasaki Izu Island Road from the Nagasaki Interchange and it's about a 10-minute drive.
Its convenient location next to the station makes it ideal as a base for road trips.
Nagasaki Expressway → Nagasaki Interchange → Nagasaki Izu Island Road → National Routes 499 and 202
→ Asahi Ohashi East Exit Intersection → JR KYUSHU HOTEL Nagasaki

Modern tranquility: The lights of the port town and a moment of serenity
The guest rooms feature calming colors reminiscent of Nagasaki's traditional hues, creating a sophisticated space where simplicity and functionality coexist. Enjoy a luxurious time while gazing out the window at Nagasaki Port, which changes its appearance moment by moment, and the night view that lights up the slopes like scattered jewels.
A pleasant awakening: A sense of security that satisfies all five senses .
A clean and inviting space and meticulous hospitality. It brings a deep sense of peace, as if you've returned home, even amidst unfamiliar overseas travel.
2. [Sightseeing] 4 Recommended Spots to Enjoy Spring in Nagasaki
We'll introduce some spring attractions that are easily accessible by streetcar or bus, using your hotel as your base.
① Cherry blossoms and kite flying at Kazagashira Park

Located on a hill overlooking Nagasaki Harbor, this spot boasts a spectacular view with approximately 350 cherry trees in full bloom during the spring. Nagasaki's traditional kite-flying, "Hata-age," is sometimes held here, allowing visitors to enjoy both the dynamic scenery and culture characteristic of Nagasaki, a city of hills. The panoramic view of the harbor stretching out beyond the cherry blossoms is one of the iconic scenes of spring in Nagasaki.
access
Bus: Nagasaki bus stop → (Nagasaki Bus bound for Kazagashira-yama) → Get off at Kazagashira-yama bus stop → Approximately 5 minutes on foot
By car... Approximately 15 minutes from the hotel
② Glover Garden: Spring flowers and Western-style buildings that seem frozen in time.

This garden, lined with historic Western-style buildings, still retains the atmosphere of the late Edo period. Colorful flowers such as tulips and pansies, heralding the arrival of spring, vividly color the garden. The contrast between the blue Nagasaki harbor viewed from the hilltop and the exotic architectural beauty is truly breathtaking. Renting a retro dress and taking commemorative photos against the backdrop of historical fragments is a popular highlight for international guests.
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Tram... Nagasaki tram stop → (Nagasaki Electric Tramway)
→ Transfer at "Shinchi Chinatown" → Get off at "Ishibashi" tram stop → Approximately 5 minutes on foot
By car... Approximately 10 minutes from the hotel
③ Omura Park: A spectacular view of Japan's spring, one of the "Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots".

Take a short trip from Nagasaki City to one of the prefecture's most famous cherry blossom viewing spots. Here, you can encounter a breathtaking sight of approximately 2,000 cherry trees, including the nationally designated natural monument "Omurazakura," filling the park. The scenery, woven from the historic castle's Ishigaki, the pale pink cherry blossoms, and the calm surface of Omura Bay, is truly a beauty that symbolizes Japanese spring.
access
Train... JR Nagasaki Station → (JR Omura, Rapid Seaside Liner)
→ Get off at "Omura Station" → Approximately 20 minutes on foot
By car... Approximately 30 minutes from the hotel (via the Nagasaki Expressway)
④ Inasayama Park: A carpet of azaleas and a night view that captivates the world.

In late April, after the cherry blossom season has passed, Mt. Inasa is adorned with a vibrant carpet of approximately 80,000 azaleas. During the day, you can admire the colorful flowers covering the mountainside, and at night, the million-dollar night view, which has been selected as one of the "World's New Three Great Night Views." From the 333-meter-high summit, this spot allows you to experience Nagasaki's unique three-dimensional beauty, where the sky, sea, and city lights intersect, all day long.
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Using the ropeway: Take a bus from Nagasaki(approximately 7 minutes) → Get off at "Ropeway Mae" bus stop → Take the ropeway from Fuchijinja Station (approximately 5 minutes).
By car... Approximately 10 minutes from the hotel. *A drive to the mountaintop observation deck is also recommended.
Summary: Nagasaki in spring, where history and modernity intersect.
Nagasaki is a unique city where streetcars run on cobblestone streets and churches and temples coexist under the same sky. JR KYUSHU HOTEL Nagasaki, where you can feel the pulse of this city most intimately, is the perfect starting point for exploring history, enjoying gourmet cuisine, and discovering breathtaking scenery.
In this beautiful port town bathed in the soft light of spring, experience a moment filled with new discoveries and unforgettable moments. We hope that the journey that begins here will become a special chapter in your life.
JR Kyushu Hotels & Resorts Co., Ltd., a member of the JR Kyushu Group, operates lodging-focused hotels in Tokyo, Fukuoka, Nagasaki, Oita, Kumamoto, Miyazaki, Kagoshima and Naha, as well as hot spring inns in Beppu and Ureshino, two of Japan's leading hot spring resorts.
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