Huis Ten Bosch is a resort and theme park, but it is more than just an attraction. Huis Ten Bosch was built in commemoration of the great relationship between Japan and the Netherlands. Since its opening in 1992, its existence has helped the environment surrounding it to thrive better than ever. Huis Ten Bosch has created a balance between ecology and economy with their commitment to continue their efforts to be a sustainable theme park.
What is Huis Ten Bosch?
Huis Ten Bosch, which means “house in the forest” and also known as the “city built from the sea”, was built on land that was once a landfill. To restore its natural state and grow the city’s economy, Huis Ten Bosch was carefully designed to align ecological and economic goals. Built with special permission from the Dutch royal family, Huis Ten Bosch is a reproduction of one of the residences of the Queen of the Netherlands.
What makes this a location to visit any time of the year is its flower kingdom, where you can find several kinds of flowers in bloom throughout all seasons. They also hold some of the best events in all of Nagasaki, with plenty of fireworks shows. Each event caters to all ages, making it the perfect place for families to spend the holidays.
Huis Ten Bosch: A Sustainable Theme Park
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Keeping sustainability in mind throughout its construction, 400,000 trees were planted along with eco-friendly masonry revetments to protect ocean life. To ensure that the surrounding waters are clean and maintained, all sewage from the theme park is purified with an advanced in-house sewage system. Partly powered by solar panels, Huis Ten Bosch is known for its large illumination events, which create beautiful displays. Since its creation, the land surrounding the theme park has flourished and the eco-system has since been restored from when it was just a wasteland. Huis Ten Bosch continues to maintain its commitment to sustainable practices by constantly improving its practices around the park.
Every Season Brings Excitement to Huis Ten Bosch
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Exciting Events in Spring
A beautiful time to visit Japan as the country is dressed in pink from the cherry blossoms. But did you know you can also see fields of tulips? Huis Ten Bosch just like its mother country holds its very own tulip festival. Attend one of the biggest tulip festivals held in Nagasaki, where you can enjoy delicious tulip-themed foods along with one of the Netherlands’ most famous characters, Miffy! With live music to entertain all park-goers, it’s the perfect getaway for all ages. Enjoy not only the flowers but also seasonal festivals that are held annually like the festival of fertility.
Exciting Events in Summer
Summer brings the hot heat, but it also means summer festivals and sunflower fields. At Huis Ten Bosch, summer is not to be missed as it holds its annual Spectacular Summer Festival. Make a day out of it by cooling down at the newly opened Water World or walk through a field of sunflowers followed by a show filled with fireworks and lanterns that fill the night sky. 2024’s festival featured a revamped version introducing projection mapping alongside the fireworks and lanterns, creating a magical show. Get the best views by reserving your seat on one of their gondolas floating on the canal.
Exciting Events in Autumn
Huis Ten Bosch in autumn brings many great events, with Halloween being one of its biggest. Held every year, Halloween at Huis Ten Bosch allows for people of all ages to partake in the festivities. Daytime and nighttime activities feature events that are great for all ages ensuring everyone in the family can have fun.
During the daytime, Miffy fans can enjoy the Miffy and Melanie’s Happy Halloween Parade where Miffy and friends parade around the town greeting everyone, 2024’s event featured a dance where adults and children had the opportunity to show off their moves.
Wine enthusiasts can also enjoy the festivities at the Wine Festival where guests can try over 100 kinds of wines along with dishes that pair well with each wine. When nighttime falls, those seeking a thrilled-filled night can participate in the Haunted Halloween experience. Escape from the clutches of the monsters that will be chasing after you, survive the Horror Maze without making a sound, and finally dance the night away at the Haunted Dance show.
Exciting Events in Winter
Wondering where to spend Christmas in Japan? Huis Ten Bosch is the perfect place to go during this time of year. As early as November, Huis Ten Bosch is decorated in Christmas lights and decorations getting visitors into the Christmas spirit. With plenty to do within the theme park from performances to horse rides, and indulging in delicious foods, Christmas at Huis Ten Bosch is not to be missed.
Enjoy a slightly warmer winter in Nagasaki, as Huis Ten Bosch hosts one of Nagasaki’s biggest fireworks festivals in winter. Watch as 22,000 fireworks fill the night sky creating an unforgettable sight. This is a highly recommended place for those who live in Japan and are looking for something to remind them of Christmas at home.
Visit Huis Ten Bosch
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All year-round visitors can enjoy all that Huis Ten Bosch has to offer, whether it’s in summer, spring, autumn, or winter there is a fun-filled event for all to partake in. For those wanting to visit, we recommend checking out their homepage to get up-to-date information on events. We also advise planning ahead as seating for certain events fills up quickly. Create some of the best memories at one of Japan’s sustainable theme parks and support a great cause. Huis Ten Bosch is located in Sasebo, Nagasaki, accessible by car and train via the JR Kyushu line.
Huis Ten Bosch, Sasebo, Nagasaki
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