This amusement park sits in the Nasu highlands and combines rides with the surrounding mountain scenery, offering both individual ride tickets and an unlimited-ride pass. It's positioned as a family destination within the wider Nasu resort area, which is known more broadly for its onsen and volcanic scenery.
Nasu Highland Park is an amusement park set on the Nasu highlands in Nasu-machi, Tochigi, adjacent to Nasu Safari Park, combining roller coasters and thrill rides with seasonal flower displays and family attractions across its highland terrain. The park's ride lineup includes multiple roller coasters that take advantage of the sloped highland site for elevation changes, alongside gentler rides for younger children, a Ferris wheel, and go-kart tracks. Seasonal plantings such as tulips in spring and other flowering displays add a garden element between the ride areas. A visit riding a good selection of attractions takes 3 to 5 hours, longer during peak season when queue times extend significantly. The park's Twilight Admission, sold from around 2:00pm, offers reduced pricing for visitors arriving in the afternoon and evening, a useful option for those combining the park with a Nasu Safari Park visit earlier in the day. Weekday visits see substantially shorter queues than weekends and holidays, when the park draws heavy day-trip traffic from the greater Kanto region. Hours vary seasonally, with reduced winter operations, so checking ahead before a cold-weather visit is advisable.
| Admission | Adult ¥1,600 ($10.06) entry only; ¥6,100 ($38.36) unlimited-ride Fantasy Pass · Child ¥800 ($5.03) entry only; ¥4,400 ($27.67) unlimited-ride Fantasy Pass |
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| Hours | 9:00AM–5:00PM (seasonal variation; check ahead in winter) |
| Typical visit | 3–5 hours |
| Best time | Weekday visits avoid the busiest queue times; Twilight Admission after 2:00PM offers reduced pricing |
| Getting there | From JR Nasu-Shiobara Station: seasonal shuttle bus or taxi (approx. 35 min); adjacent to Nasu Safari Park |
| Address | 3375 Takaku, Nasu-machi, Nasu-gun, Tochigi 325-0302 |
Location
3375 Takaku, Nasu-machi, Nasu-gun, Tochigi 325-0302
37.0656, 140.0206 View on map
Highlights
- Multiple roller coasters using the sloped highland terrain for elevation drops
- Seasonal tulip and flower displays between ride areas
- Ferris wheel and go-kart tracks alongside family-friendly rides
- Reduced-price Twilight Admission from around 2:00pm
Tips for visiting
- Buy the Twilight Admission ticket if arriving in the afternoon for a lower entry price
- Visit on a weekday to avoid the longest coaster queues
- Pair the visit with neighboring Nasu Safari Park for a combined day out
- Check seasonal hours in advance, as winter operating times are reduced
When to visit
Weekday visits avoid the longest queues; the Twilight Admission after 2:00pm offers reduced pricing for afternoon and evening visits.
Accessibility
Main walkways between ride areas are paved and level, though individual ride accessibility varies; some coasters and thrill rides have height or mobility restrictions posted at the entrance.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does a visit to Nasu Highland Park take?
Riding a good selection of the park's attractions typically takes 3 to 5 hours.
Is Nasu Highland Park worth it for kids?
Yes, the park has a mix of thrill rides for older children and gentler rides for younger ones, making it broadly family-friendly.
Is photography allowed at Nasu Highland Park?
Photography is allowed throughout the park's grounds and ride queue areas, though it may be restricted while actually seated on certain rides.