Hoshino Resort Tomamu
is home to Unkai Terrace.

As a popular tourist spot,
it attracts travelers from all over the country
and the world during the summer vacation period.

Until last year, it was common to see long lines
starting from midnight in front of the lift station,
and even after the gondola service began,
people often had to wait over an hour to board.

This season, the gondola has switched to a reservation system
starting from the evening before,
allowing guests to ride with almost no waiting time,
making it significantly easier.

However, since the sea of clouds is a natural phenomenon,
you won't know if you can see it
unless you actually go to the site at dawn.

That's why the excitement when the sea of clouds is visible
is so profound;
everyone getting off the gondola
was expressing their amazement.

At this terrace, located over 1,000 meters above sea level,
the temperature is about 6°C lower than at sea level.
It gets quite chilly in the early morning,
so dressing warmly is essential.