A Perfect Theme Park to Spend a Romantic Night on St. Valentine’s Day, “Huis Ten Bosch” Decorated by Glamorous Lighting-ups

The famous “Huis Ten Bosch” (ハウステンボス), Japan’s largest theme park whose site area is almost as big as the land area of Monaco, that recreates authentic European cityscape, offers you the beautiful scenery in which the cityscape and nature create perfect harmony. If you have a chance to visit the park at this time of year when the winter brings the clearer air, never leave before the sunsets. Once the sun has set in the East China Sea, the fanciful lighting-ups give the magic of beauty to the scenery where you can have a charming and poetic night. In this issue, let’s take a look at a perfect guide to spend a romantic night at the park.

“Huis Ten Bosch” is a 9-minute walk from Huis Ten Bosch Bus stop which is a 30-minute ride on Nagasaki Airport bound express bus (Route No. AP2) from Sasebo Bus Center. Sasebo Bus Center is located in front of Sasebo Station which is a 2-minute walk from Sasebo Washington Hotel.

The highlight of the night, the world biggest and famed lighting-ups, “Kingdom of Lights”

In Japan, you find many parks and streets are lit up by winter lighting-ups for visitors to enjoy the scenery in the clear air, and among which, “Kingdom of Lights” (光の王国) of Huis Ten Bosch is truly famed and has won the 1st prize at ‘Illumination Award’ for the 9 consecutive years. As the sun sets, 13 million lights beautifully illuminate the canals and cobblestone streets in the park. You will be fascinated at every fantastic scenery scattered but ‘Ferris wheel of light’ (光の観覧車) lit by 70,000 LEDs, and ‘Blue wave’ (ブルーウェーブ) expressing the blue ocean spreading are must-see. At Amsterdam Square Central Information, 3D projection mapping ‘Glimpse into the Future’ awaits. If you prefer to overlook or enjoy the view from a distance, why don’t you go up to the top of 105-meter symbol tower ‘Domtoren’ (ドムトールン), or try cruising the canal on ‘Canal Cruiser’ (カナルクルーザー)?

Event Period	All-year-round
URL	https://english.huistenbosch.co.jp/event/hikari/

Seasonal lighting-ups “Silver Town” to reminisce crystal of snow with pure white lights

While ‘Kingdom of Lights’ is an all-year-round event, “Silver Town” (白銀の街) is enjoyable only at this time of the year until 25th of February, where ‘Palace Huis Ten Bosch approach’ (パレスハウステンボス近くの参道) becomes a silver-white promenade. ‘Forever Arch’ (永遠のアーチ) surrounding the palace is lit up and in pure white, and it is said that couples that walk through the arch to the end will spend their lives together happily ever after. In addition, the tree dressed up with 10,000 lights, and the white glittering chapel at Amsterdam Square are also fascinating. During the period of ”Silver Town”, you cannot miss sweets associated with the image of snow including ‘Silver Afternoon Tea Set’ (白銀のアフタヌーンティーセット) and ‘Silver cake set’ (白銀ケーキセット). To fully appreciate every charm of “Silver Town”, get ready to spare your whole day.

Event Period	Until 25th (Fri) February 2022
URL	https://english.huistenbosch.co.jp/event/romantic-europe/

“De Admiraal” allowing you to savor authentic French course dinner while enjoying live classical music and the breathtaking night view

The last destination of your romantic night must be “De Admiraal” (デアドミラル) where you can savor authentic French dishes prepared with seasonal ingredients of Kyushu. Spend a beautiful night while enjoying the perfect paring of dishes, and wine selected by the sommelier. The seats by the window give the breathtaking view of the park illuminated romantically. Also, the live classical music will grace your night of fine course dinner prepared by the chef. As there is a dress code for men asking to wear a jacket, why don’t you dress up and spend a memorable evening at Huis Ten Bosch?

Opening Hours	11:30AM – 2:00PM for lunch service / 5:30PM – 8:30PM for dinner service
URL	https://english.huistenbosch.co.jp/hotels/he/restaurant/admiral/index