【Latest 2026】 A Comprehensive Guide to Enjoying Huis Ten Bosch in a Wheelchair! Introducing Wheelchair-Accessible Hotels for Your Stay

Nagasaki Prefecture played a crucial role as a gateway to the West during the Edo period, with an artificial island called Dejima constructed for this purpose.

Due to this history, Nagasaki still boasts many facilities with an exotic atmosphere.

Notably, Huis Ten Bosch, a theme park that faithfully recreates Dutch townscapes, is a major tourist attraction.

In fact, it boasts a vast area equivalent to 33 Tokyo Domes, making it the largest standalone theme park in Japan.

So, how well-equipped is Huis Ten Bosch in terms of barrier-free measures?

This article introduces the barrier-free information of Huis Ten Bosch and also provides information on hotels within Huis Ten Bosch that can accommodate wheelchair users.

At Furatto, we also introduce barrier-free information for Tokyo Disney Resort and Universal Studios Japan in the following articles, so please refer to them.

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1. Huis Ten Bosch is a Wheelchair-Friendly Theme Park

Huis Ten Bosch is a theme park located in Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture, themed around recreating Dutch townscapes and Europe as a whole.

Since its opening in 1992, it has been a popular spot visited by many.

It is a theme park considerate of people with disabilities, offering the following barrier-free facilities:

• Wheelchair rental
• Rental of electric wheelchair "WHILL Model C2"
• Electric cart rental
• Public telephones
• Wheelchair and ostomate-friendly restrooms
• Wheelchair-accessible elevators
• Wheelchair-accessible vehicles

By making good use of the above, wheelchair users can enjoy Huis Ten Bosch.

Reference: Barrier-Free Services｜Huis Ten Bosch Co., Ltd.

For other theme parks in Kyushu that wheelchair users can enjoy, please refer to the following article.

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2. Barrier-Free Information at Huis Ten Bosch

2-1. Wheelchairs Available for Rent at Huis Ten Bosch

Huis Ten Bosch offers rental wheelchairs that anyone can use, not just those with disabilities.

Rental wheelchairs are available for a day at the following locations:

• Immigration Information Center
• Central Information Center

The rental fee is 500 yen (tax included) per use, and free wheelchairs for assistance may also be available.

The design of the tires is stylish and matches the image of Huis Ten Bosch.

Note that the number of wheelchairs is limited, so please contact the Huis Ten Bosch Accommodation Navi Dial by 5 PM the day before if possible.

Additionally, next-generation electric wheelchairs WHILL Model C2 and electric carts can be rented for 2,000 yen (tax included) per day, but there are only two of each, so early reservations are recommended.

The seat of the cute wheelchair for women has a thick cushion, and there is a pocket on the back.

Many people say the hand rim is easy to grip and has good operability. The wheelchair body is relatively light, so it can be smoothly maneuvered within Huis Ten Bosch if there are no steps.

However, there are brick paths and paved paths for wheelchairs and strollers, but since the travel distance within Huis Ten Bosch is long, it is recommended to have an assistant for support.

Reference: Barrier-Free Services｜Huis Ten Bosch Co., Ltd.

2-2. Efficient Movement with Wheelchair-Accessible Vehicles

Huis Ten Bosch boasts a very large area, making it difficult to move from one end to the other on foot.

Therefore, there is a bus called the Park Bus that operates within Huis Ten Bosch.

The driver provides information about facilities, events, and highlights within the park, which is very helpful.

The Park Bus is a wheelchair-accessible vehicle, equipped with a ramp at the entrance for easy boarding and alighting.

Similarly, the hotel bus that operates between the entrance/exit and hotels is equipped with a ramp.

Reference: Barrier-Free Services｜Huis Ten Bosch Co., Ltd.

2-3. Wheelchair and Ostomate-Friendly Restrooms

As part of its barrier-free initiatives, Huis Ten Bosch provides restrooms that accommodate wheelchairs and ostomates at the following locations:

Attraction Town especially has multifunctional toilets, so it is recommended to know their locations in advance to enjoy your visit.

Reference: Barrier-Free Services｜Huis Ten Bosch Co., Ltd.

2-4. Facilities with Wheelchair-Accessible Elevators

At Huis Ten Bosch, the following facilities are equipped with elevators that accommodate wheelchairs:

• Teddy Bear Kingdom: Welcome Gate (Immigration)
• Super Trick Art: Attraction Town
• Giyaman Museum: Amsterdam City
• Palace Huis Ten Bosch: Palace Huis Ten Bosch

When using them, you can ask a nearby host crew for assistance.

Reference: Barrier-Free Services｜Huis Ten Bosch Co., Ltd.

2-5. Facilities Enjoyable in a Wheelchair

Among the facilities at Huis Ten Bosch, the following are equipped with barrier-free measures and can be used while in a wheelchair:

Due to some usage restrictions, it is recommended to check in advance when using the target facilities.

Reference: Barrier-Free Services｜Huis Ten Bosch Co., Ltd.

2-6. Facilities with Some Restrictions

At Huis Ten Bosch, some facilities have restrictions set for the safety of wheelchair users.

The Sky Carousel, Japan's first three-story sky merry-go-round, allows only those who can walk independently to use the 2nd and 3rd floors, and only those who can climb 10 or so steps with the help of a companion can use it.

The digital art space called Flower Fantasia allows only those who can climb 20 or so steps with the help of a companion to use the mezzanine and 2nd floor.

Reference: Barrier-Free Services｜Huis Ten Bosch Co., Ltd.

2-7. Rest and First Aid Rooms for Illness or Injury

It is important to confirm the facilities available in case you suddenly feel unwell or get injured while at Huis Ten Bosch.

Huis Ten Bosch has a first aid room (First Aid) located in Amsterdam City, the central area.

A nurse is on duty from 10 AM to 9 PM, so you can feel at ease in case of emergency.

Even if the event is extended beyond the above hours, host crew members other than nurses are available.

Please note that the first aid room primarily provides first aid and does not offer medical treatment or provide medications.

Reference: Convenient Services｜Huis Ten Bosch Co., Ltd.

2-8. Access and Parking Information for Huis Ten Bosch

Huis Ten Bosch can be accessed by the following methods:

• Train
• Bus
• Taxi
• Boat
• Car

For train access, the nearest station is JR Kyushu's Omura Line Huis Ten Bosch Station, and the station itself is wheelchair accessible from the platform to the ground.

Additionally, it is about a 5-minute walk from Huis Ten Bosch Station to Huis Ten Bosch.

Buses operated by Nishitetsu Bus run 2 round trips on weekdays and 4 round trips on weekends and holidays from Nagasaki Station, taking about 75 minutes.

If traveling by boat, it takes about 50 minutes by high-speed boat from Nagasaki Airport to the Marine Terminal, the sea entrance of Huis Ten Bosch.

By car, it is about 25 minutes from Nagasaki Expressway Higashi Sonogi IC and about 10 minutes from Nishi Kyushu Expressway Sasebo Daito IC.

For parking, there are separate areas for day use and overnight stays.

For day use, use the Welcome Gate No. 1 Parking Lot, available for 1,000 yen (tax included) per use.

Note that the No. 1 Parking Lot has a considerate parking area (handicapped parking) near the park entrance, so please use it.

For overnight stays, use the priority parking area for guests within the Welcome Gate No. 1 Parking Lot (post-payment).

Reference: Access｜Huis Ten Bosch Co., Ltd.
Reference: Parking Information｜Huis Ten Bosch Co., Ltd.

3. Discount Information for People with Disabilities at Huis Ten Bosch

Huis Ten Bosch offers a discount system for people with disabilities to use the park at a reduced rate.

Those with a disability certificate can receive a discount, regardless of whether they are visiting individually or as part of a group.

The applicable certificates for discounts are as follows:

• Physical Disability Certificate
• Rehabilitation Certificate
• Mental Disability Health and Welfare Certificate
• Atomic Bomb Survivor Certificate

For individual use, the discounted rates are summarized as follows:

For the annual passport, you can purchase it at half the regular price.

When purchasing admission tickets, you will be required to present your disability certificate, so be sure to carry it with you.

Also, if you do not have the original, you will not be eligible for the discount (Mirairo ID is also not eligible), so please be careful.

4. Barrier-Free Information on Hotels within Huis Ten Bosch

Huis Ten Bosch has the following five hotels within the park:

• Hotel Europe
• Hotel Amsterdam
• Hotel Den Haag
• Forest Villa
• Hotel Rotterdam

Each hotel has its own characteristics, so you can find a hotel that matches your preferences and enjoy sightseeing at Huis Ten Bosch.

The barrier-free information for each hotel is summarized as follows:

Hotel Rotterdam offers three universal rooms and provides barrier-free support such as wheelchair rental and handrails within the facility.

Below are photos from a wheelchair user who actually stayed at Hotel Rotterdam. This wheelchair user uses a self-propelled wheelchair with a width of 40 cm, which is relatively small. They mentioned that some ingenuity is needed for turning in the bathroom.