What other travelers are saying about Mount Inasa (Inasayama)
We visited the Mt. Inasayama Observatory 稲佐山山頂展望台 in early October by taking the ropeway tram up the mountain. Incredible views of Nagasaki from the observatory.
Wish the weather was a bit better when we visited. It would probably look very nice at night with lights off the city.
We probably spent 1-2 hours here taking in the views. They do have different options to get up the mountain besides the ropeway tram.
**American Family Visiting** This location is truly one of the best views in Japan. I wish we had been able to stay and see the night view but limited time. There is a wonderful little cafe on the inside with a few drink and small food options (the fries were great!).
Signs are mostly in Japanese but google translate will help with all of the signage. There is a slope car that will take you to the top from the parking lot just below the summit. Alternatively, there is also a ropeway (which was closed while we were there) that takes you from the bottom of the mountain to the top.
My only complaint is that the monkey enclosure needs some attention. It is a small enclosure for so many monkeys and when we visited in June, it was hot and there was little shade for them.
This is an amazing site to visit in Nagasaki. From the observatory, you can have a breathtaking view of the entire city of Nagasaki, and the neighbouring islands. It was recently ranked the 3rd most beautiful night view in the world. It's around 330m above sea level.
Whenever you get the chance to visit Nagasaki, don't miss the opportunity to visit.
I'll add, if you can make it just before sunset, that is perfect.
Nice observatory worth coming. Parked at the lower deck and took the tram up at 500¥ for a return trip. Totally worth it. Free Wifi, loads of people, paid professional photographers also available. Less some random green bugs that are irritating