Highlights
Enjoy breathtaking views from Tenkaiho Observatory and Ishidake Observator
Travel comfortably with a taxi ride from JR Sasebo Station
Receive a Sasebo's original character (Sasebo Burger Boy) sticker as a souvenir of your trip
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Overview
Sasebo / Hirado / Matsuura
Available Daily
Pick-up not available
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What to expect
A taxi plan to visit the popular Tenkaiho Observatory and Ishidake Observatory, featured in the movie "The Last Samurai." This short 2-hour taxi tour includes easy access from JR Sasebo Station and a special souvenir.
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Standard Car (up to 4 passengers)
USD 128.56
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Price per 1 Charter :
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Jumbo Taxi (up to 9 passengers)
USD 193.91
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Price per 1 Charter :
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Standard Car (up to 4 passengers)
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Price per 1 Charter :
1 Charter (persons 1-4)
USD 128.56
Total:
1 Charter (persons 1-4)
USD 128.56
Price per 1 Charter :
Overview
Available Daily
Without pick-up
Inclusions: Insurance / Taxi fare / 1 large Burger Boy sticker
Location, direction and description
Location, direction and description
◆Meeting Point
Sasebo Tourism Information Center
◆ Duration
Approximately 2 hours
◆Schedule
JR Sasebo Station → (U.S. Navy Main Gate) → (Sasebo District Headquarters) → (SSK Bypass) → Tenkaiho Observatory → Ishidake Observatory → (U.S. Navy Main Gate) → (Sasebo District Headquarters) → JR Sasebo Station
*() indicates sightseeing from the car window.
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Sasebo Tourism Information Center
◆ Duration
Approximately 2 hours
◆Schedule
JR Sasebo Station → (U.S. Navy Main Gate) → (Sasebo District Headquarters) → (SSK Bypass) → Tenkaiho Observatory → Ishidake Observatory → (U.S. Navy Main Gate) → (Sasebo District Headquarters) → JR Sasebo Station
*() indicates sightseeing from the car window.
Itinerary
- A taxi plan to visit the popular Tenkaiho Observatory and Ishidake Observatory, featured in the movie "The Last Samurai."
- Includes a large Burger Boy sticker as a souvenir.
【Tenkaiho Observatory】
A popular spot in Sasebo known for its panoramic views of southern Kujukushima. During spring, the area is adorned with vibrant rapeseed flowers, while autumn brings colorful cosmos.
【Ishidake Observatory】
Located at the summit of Mt. Ishidake (elevation 191m), this observation deck is even closer to the sea than Mt. Yumihari and offers a superb view of the Kujukushima. The 360-degree panoramic view from here allows you to appreciate the powerful presence of the islands spread out below, attracting many photographers, both professional and amateur. The island scenery that appears at the beginning of the Hollywood movie 'The Last Samurai' was filmed from this very spot.
- Includes a large Burger Boy sticker as a souvenir.
【Tenkaiho Observatory】
A popular spot in Sasebo known for its panoramic views of southern Kujukushima. During spring, the area is adorned with vibrant rapeseed flowers, while autumn brings colorful cosmos.
【Ishidake Observatory】
Located at the summit of Mt. Ishidake (elevation 191m), this observation deck is even closer to the sea than Mt. Yumihari and offers a superb view of the Kujukushima. The 360-degree panoramic view from here allows you to appreciate the powerful presence of the islands spread out below, attracting many photographers, both professional and amateur. The island scenery that appears at the beginning of the Hollywood movie 'The Last Samurai' was filmed from this very spot.
Important activity information
To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.
Important activity information
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- [Authorized Sales Agent]
Veltra Corporation
Address: 5th Floor (Reception: 4th Floor), Nippon Life Nihonbashi Building, 2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 103-0027
Tokyo Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555
Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) - [Travel Conditions]
Departs: Sasebo City
Travel Duration: 1 day
Transportation: Chartered taxi
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Not included
Minimum Number of Participants: 1 guests
Tour Conductor: Not available - [Travel Planning/Implementation]
Sasebo Convention & Visitors Association
21-1, Miuracho, Sasebo, Nagasaki, Japan
Registered with the Governor of Nagasaki Prefecture, Travel Agent (No. 2-147) - This tour does not include an English guide.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 1.
Jumbo Taxi (up to 9 passengers)
Total:
Price per 1 Charter :
1 Charter (persons 1-9)
USD 193.91
Total:
1 Charter (persons 1-9)
USD 193.91
Price per 1 Charter :
Overview
Available Daily
Without pick-up
Inclusions: Insurance / Taxi fare / 1 large Burger Boy sticker
Location, direction and description
Location, direction and description
◆Meeting Point
Sasebo Tourism Information Center
◆ Duration
Approximately 2 hours
◆Schedule
JR Sasebo Station → (U.S. Navy Main Gate) → (Sasebo District Headquarters) → (SSK Bypass) → Tenkaiho Observatory → Ishidake Observatory → (U.S. Navy Main Gate) → (Sasebo District Headquarters) → JR Sasebo Station
*() indicates sightseeing from the car window.
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Sasebo Tourism Information Center
◆ Duration
Approximately 2 hours
◆Schedule
JR Sasebo Station → (U.S. Navy Main Gate) → (Sasebo District Headquarters) → (SSK Bypass) → Tenkaiho Observatory → Ishidake Observatory → (U.S. Navy Main Gate) → (Sasebo District Headquarters) → JR Sasebo Station
*() indicates sightseeing from the car window.
Itinerary
- A taxi plan to visit the popular Tenkaiho Observatory and Ishidake Observatory, featured in the movie "The Last Samurai."
- Includes a large Burger Boy sticker as a souvenir.
【Tenkaiho Observatory】
A popular spot in Sasebo known for its panoramic views of southern Kujukushima. During spring, the area is adorned with vibrant rapeseed flowers, while autumn brings colorful cosmos.
【Ishidake Observatory】
Located at the summit of Mt. Ishidake (elevation 191m), this observation deck is even closer to the sea than Mt. Yumihari and offers a superb view of the Kujukushima. The 360-degree panoramic view from here allows you to appreciate the powerful presence of the islands spread out below, attracting many photographers, both professional and amateur. The island scenery that appears at the beginning of the Hollywood movie 'The Last Samurai' was filmed from this very spot.
- Includes a large Burger Boy sticker as a souvenir.
【Tenkaiho Observatory】
A popular spot in Sasebo known for its panoramic views of southern Kujukushima. During spring, the area is adorned with vibrant rapeseed flowers, while autumn brings colorful cosmos.
【Ishidake Observatory】
Located at the summit of Mt. Ishidake (elevation 191m), this observation deck is even closer to the sea than Mt. Yumihari and offers a superb view of the Kujukushima. The 360-degree panoramic view from here allows you to appreciate the powerful presence of the islands spread out below, attracting many photographers, both professional and amateur. The island scenery that appears at the beginning of the Hollywood movie 'The Last Samurai' was filmed from this very spot.
Important activity information
To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.
Important activity information
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- [Authorized Sales Agent]
Veltra Corporation
Address: 5th Floor (Reception: 4th Floor), Nippon Life Nihonbashi Building, 2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 103-0027
Tokyo Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555
Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) - [Travel Conditions]
Departs: Sasebo City
Travel Duration: 1 day
Transportation: Chartered taxi
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Not included
Minimum Number of Participants: 1 guests
Tour Conductor: Not available - [Travel Planning/Implementation]
Sasebo Convention & Visitors Association
21-1, Miuracho, Sasebo, Nagasaki, Japan
Registered with the Governor of Nagasaki Prefecture, Travel Agent (No. 2-147) - This tour does not include an English guide.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 1.
Activity Provider Sasebo Convention & Visitors Association
Activity Provider
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Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 00:00 local time, 10 business days to 00:00 local time, 7 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 20% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 00:00 local time, 7 business days to 00:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 30% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 00:00 local time, 1 business days to 23:59 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 40% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 23:59 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity date, up until the activity begins, will result in a charge equal to 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Operation days
- Everyday
Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 00:00 local time, 10 business days to 00:00 local time, 7 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 20% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 00:00 local time, 7 business days to 00:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 30% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 00:00 local time, 1 business days to 23:59 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 40% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 23:59 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity date, up until the activity begins, will result in a charge equal to 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
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Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- [Authorized Sales Agent]
Veltra Corporation
Address: 5th Floor (Reception: 4th Floor), Nippon Life Nihonbashi Building, 2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 103-0027
Tokyo Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555
Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) - [Travel Conditions]
Departs: Sasebo City
Travel Duration: 1 day
Transportation: Chartered taxi
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Not included
Minimum Number of Participants: 1 guests
Tour Conductor: Not available - [Travel Planning/Implementation]
Sasebo Convention & Visitors Association
21-1, Miuracho, Sasebo, Nagasaki, Japan
Registered with the Governor of Nagasaki Prefecture, Travel Agent (No. 2-147) - This tour does not include an English guide.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 1.
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- [Authorized Sales Agent]
Veltra Corporation
Address: 5th Floor (Reception: 4th Floor), Nippon Life Nihonbashi Building, 2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 103-0027
Tokyo Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555
Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) - [Travel Conditions]
Departs: Sasebo City
Travel Duration: 1 day
Transportation: Chartered taxi
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Not included
Minimum Number of Participants: 1 guests
Tour Conductor: Not available - [Travel Planning/Implementation]
Sasebo Convention & Visitors Association
21-1, Miuracho, Sasebo, Nagasaki, Japan
Registered with the Governor of Nagasaki Prefecture, Travel Agent (No. 2-147) - This tour does not include an English guide.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 1.
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Sasebo Private Taxi Tour to Tenkaiho Observatory and Ishidake Observatory
A taxi plan to visit the popular Tenkaiho Observatory and Ishidake Observatory, featured in the movie "The Last Samurai." This short 2-hour taxi tour includes easy access from JR Sasebo Station and a special souvenir.
