Nagasaki Subtropical Botanical Garden

Nagasaki Subtropical Botanical Garden was a large facility in the southwestern part of Nagasaki Peninsula dedicated to tropical and subtropical plant collections. The site featured greenhouses, a cascade system, designated sections for specific plant families, and a panoramic restaurant overlooking the grounds.

The garden began in 1963 as a plant nursery under government agricultural administration and opened its doors to the public in 1969. It operated for nearly five decades before closing in 2017.

The garden served as a center for subtropical plant research and education, showcasing rare species including one of Japan's largest jade vines.

The grounds were expansive and required comfortable walking shoes to explore different sections over several hours. A visitor center provided orientation assistance and basic facilities for guests.

The location at the peninsula's southwestern tip benefited from the warm Tsushima Current, which created frost-free conditions allowing subtropical species to thrive. This natural advantage made the site particularly suited for growing plants that could not survive elsewhere in Japan.

Location: Nagasaki Prefecture

GPS coordinates: 32.59272,129.80108

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:07