Sasebo Cruise Terminal

Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan

Sasebo Cruise Port, a terminal that serves as a gateway to Japan’s treasures, is thoughtfully designed to celebrate Sasebo’s rich culture, building traditions, and scenic landscapes. Spanning 50,000 sf, the terminal harmoniously blends with the surrounding mountains and quaint fishing villages. As a warm welcome center to Sasebo, this visionary port-of-call terminal ensures an enjoyable experience for passengers, visitors, and staff. Its clean and spacious interior layout optimizes passenger flow, featuring CIQ areas, offices, waiting zones, support facilities, and retail spaces. Efficient embarkation and disembarkation flows and convenient vehicular access enhance passenger comfort. The adjacent outdoor plaza hosts vibrant public events, creating a memorable arrival experience.

Project Details

Year: 2020

Location: Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan

Status: Complete

Client: Carnival Cruise Lines

Team: Claudia Busch, Gustavo Berenblum, Renate Paris, Rafael Rama, Soufaine Benbrahim

Image Credits: BBA

Sasebo Cruise Terminal is a new Gateway to Japan, welcoming thousands of guests each year that are eager to discover the treasures that await them.