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Nagasaki Ropeway
Nagasaki Ropeway · 長崎ロープウェイ
Nagasaki Ropeway takes you up Mount Inasa for city night views. The ride from Fuchi-jinja Station to Inasa-dake Station takes about five minutes. From the upper station, walk about three minutes to the observation deck.
Visitor information
Admission
General fares are ¥1,900 round trip and ¥1,040 one way. Elementary school students pay ¥950 round trip or ¥520 one way. The general fares apply from April 2026.
Opening hours
Regular operating hours are 9 a.m.–10 p.m. For a night-view visit, check your date's final upward and downward services separately in the official timetable. Choose rides allowing for the observation-deck walk, viewing time, and queues. Strong winds or maintenance can suspend operations, so check same-day notices.
What to see at Nagasaki Ropeway · 長崎ロープウェイ
Nagasaki's night view from the mountain
The observation deck offers Nagasaki's city night view. Cloudy weather changes what you can see, so check conditions before visiting.
Fares, operations, and bus reservations Nagasaki tourism authority access guide
How to get to Nagasaki Ropeway · 長崎ロープウェイ
Take the ropeway from Fuchi-jinja Station to Inasa-dake Station, then walk about three minutes to the observation deck. For a free-shuttle trip to Fuchi-jinja, first check available services and hotel or station boarding points on the official reservation screen. The free shuttle is available only with a reservation.
Fares, operations, and bus reservations Nagasaki tourism authority access guide
Visit tips
Reserve the free bus return as well
The free shuttle requires a reservation; ropeway tickets are separate. Choose the return corresponding to your outbound service. After viewing, allow time to walk to the station, wait for the downward ropeway, and reach the bus boarding point.
Fares, operations, and bus reservations Free night-view bus: East Exit transport plaza boarding point and reservations
Strong winds and maintenance may stop service
Operations are scheduled year-round but may stop for weather such as strong winds. Regular maintenance is planned in mid-June each year; check official notices if visiting then. On a suspension day, arrange alternative transportation or change your night-view date.
Questions about Nagasaki Ropeway · 長崎ロープウェイ
How do I board the free shuttle at Nagasaki Station?
Reserve the free shuttle on the same day, then go to its boarding point in JR Nagasaki Station's East Exit transport plaza. Show the driver your reservation confirmation screen. Choose the return corresponding to your outbound service and prepare the ropeway fare separately.
Fares, operations, and bus reservations Free night-view bus: East Exit transport plaza boarding point and reservations
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