Discover the magic of Ibusuki, a unique hot spring resort at the southern tip of Kyushu. Famous for its world-renowned ‘Natural Sand Bath’ (Sunamushi), Ibusuki offers a rare wellness experience where you are buried in naturally heated volcanic sand while listening to the soothing sound of the waves. Surrounded by lush hibiscus and the iconic Mount Kaimon—often called the ‘Satsuma Fuji’—the city boasts a warm, tropical atmosphere year-round. Beyond the sand baths, you can relax in diverse hot springs overlooking Kinko Bay and indulge in the authentic hospitality of Southern Kagoshima.   Dining at an Ibusuki ryokan is a celebration of Southern Kagoshima’s rich agricultural and maritime heritage. The highlight is the world-famous ‘Kagoshima Black Pork’ (Kurobuta), celebrated for its delicate sweetness and tender texture, often served in a flavorful Shabu-shabu or as a succulent roast.        

Ibusuki onsen…の続きを読む

  After the discovery of the numerous hidden Christians in Ikitsuki Island in 1865, they began to work on recovering their Catholic faith although they were not too successful at first. Then in 1878, a priest named Fr. Pelu came to Hirado and baptized many people who are said to be the ancestors of the churchgoers of Yamada Church today.   The butterfly-wing decorations adorning the wall surface of the church interior was personally made and painted on by the priest at the time, and the mosaic-like paintings are made from actually, ground butterfly wings. These are considered as one of the church’s “seven sacraments.” In 1981, St. Thomas Nishi along with 15 other martyrs were beatified in the Philippines. St.Thomas was later canonized and a statue of him was built in commemoration of his canonization, in a garden in Ikitsuki.      

Yamada Church…の続きを読む

  This church is a catholic church in Hirado, Nagasaki. Hirado is a place where Francis Xavier visited 3 times in Japan to spread Christianity, and even during the Kinkyo Ordinance of the Edo Period that prohibited religions, Christianity was very widespread. For that reason when the ordinance was lifted this church was constructed, and the image of Francis Xavier was put on the side.    Francis Xavier visited here   Catholic church in Hirado   St. Francis Xavier statue One of the sites of the town is “the view of temples and church” which can be had halfway up the lane leading up the hill. The church was originally built on a different site in 1913, but was reconstructed at its present location in 1931.    

St. Francis Xavier Memorial Church…の続きを読む

  Shirakawa suigen is the fountain to Shirakawa river that is one of the first class rivers of Japan.     The quantity of water that spouts with the sand at the bottom of the pond is approximately 60 tons per minute.      

Shirakawa Fountain…の続きを読む

  Miyazaki & Nichinan are facing the Pacific Ocean with a beautiful coastline contains placed of natural beauty, like Aoshima and Toi-misaki Cape. Also, on the Hitotsuba Beach of Miyazaki city are Ocean Dome, 700 hectare all-weather indoor water park, and Miyazaki Sea Gaia, a comprehensive resort complex complete with a wildlife park, golf courses and hotels.     Phoenix Seagaia Resort Phoenix Seagia Resort is Located in the center of a vast resort area and the Hotel building  is 154 meters above ground and all rooms have an east-facing ocean view. There are two Golf courses, Phoenix Country Club and Tom Watson Golf Course.   Udo Shrine Beautiful and exciting Shine,  located the cave of the cliff side facing the Pacific Ocean. In legend, a goddess of sea built a hut to give birth to a great god here. Then it is said that Empress Suiko (554-628) built the shrine there.   Horikiri Pass The suggested sightseeing spot in Nichinan. The 60m altitude pass allows you to look down at a beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean. The coastline here is lined with rocks that have been worn away by the waves splashing  against them, as well as beautiful phoenix palm trees.   Toi Cape Wild horses are living here. Gentle hills extend, and you can observe wild horses, called Misaki-uma, living and grazing there. It is said that the Misaki-uma are the descendants of army horses left grazing and …

Miyazaki & Nichinan travel guide…の続きを読む

  Sasebo is the 2nd largest city in Nagasaki-prefecture, and has a beautiful harbor which is used as a navel port. Sasebo is located in the Kitamatsuura Peninsula and facing to Genkai Sea with numerous small Island called “ 99 Island”. The 99 Islands cruise is the exciting experience. Huis Ten Bosch is must visit attraction which is a theme park reproducing the rows of houses  and streets including Huis Ten Bosch Palace of the Netherlands.     Huis Ten Bosch Huis Ten Bosch is a theme park in Sasebo, which recreates the Netherlands by displaying life-sized copies of old Dutch buildings. The name Huis Ten Bosch translates into English  as “House in the Woods/bush”.  It is named after Huis ten Bosch in The Hague.   Saikai Pearl Sea Resort Located in the Kuju-kushima National Park. The beautiful sea here contains treasures  including pearls and oysters. As the focal point of the Kuju-kushima islands adventure, you can take an excursion boat, rent a kayak, or visit the aquarium Umikirara to get a closer look at amazing sea creatures populating the sea around the island.   Saikai-bashi Bridge Park   Kuju-kushima, 99 (ninety nine) Islands   Sasebo & Huis Ten Bosch                    

Sasebo & Huis Ten Bosch…の続きを読む