One of the best golf resorts in Kyushu is Phoenix Seagaia Resort, located in Miyazaki Prefecture.   Phoenix Country Club is a highly strategic, prestigious course famous for hosting the Dunlop Phoenix Tournament, while the Tom Watson Golf Course offers a more casual resort experience, complete with night lighting facilities for evening play.   June 26, 2026

Play Golf at the Legendary Phoenix Seaga…の続きを読む

  What our Guests have to say Dear Takako-San,  Thank you very much for the planning. We had a great time in Kyushu and my father was especially happy with his birthday celebration.  Many thanks again for the wonderful holiday.        Tour Details ・Group Size: 7 persons ・Transportation: Private car with English speaking driver  ・Route : Harazuru onsenーImariーNagasakiーShimabaraーKumamoto   　TakachihoーAsoーYufuinーBeppuーYanagawaーFukuoka    

11-Day Kyushu Family Tour (Singapore Gue…の続きを読む

  This cruise ship takes you on a journey through Tachibana Bay from Nagasaki Port, including a landing on Hashima Island. The island is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site under the ‘Sites of Japan’s Meiji Industrial Revolution.’ Today, Hashima lies in ruins and is famously known as ‘Gunkanjima’ (Battleship Island), named after its resemblance to the silhouette of a warship. Located 3 km southwest of Takashima, Hashima was purchased by Mitsubishi following the industrial success of its neighbor, as both islands offered access to the same major undersea coal deposit.         The Hashima coal mining island is an artificial, reclaimed island and the site of Japan’s first major undersea coal exploitation pioneered by Mitsubishi. It was once host to one of the world’s most extraordinary mining communities.          

Gunkan-jima island cruise…の続きを読む

  This elegant harbor is a popular destination for both international and domestic tourists. It features around 20 unique shops and restaurants lined up along the waterfront, offering everything from Japanese, Western, and Italian cuisine to beauty salons and outdoor gear shops.     It is quite the popular spot for people who want to relax while viewing the sea beyond as they dine outdoors.     Nagasaki Harbour   Located in the center of East Asia and surrounded by beautiful green mountains, the city has long flourished as a hub of foreign trade. Today, the harbor is home to Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, which operates one of Japan’s largest and most historic shipbuilding facilities.   In addition to shipbuilding, the city manufactures and exports a wide range of industrial equipment, including wind and thermal power generators. Recently, the waterfront has been transformed by the addition of a beautiful park and Megami Bridge (Venus Wing), a stunning cable-stayed bridge. Combining its geographically advantageous location with a long tradition of international exchange, the port continues to evolve as a major global gateway.    

Dejima Wharf…の続きを読む

  Built over the Nakashima River in 1634, Meganebashi (Spectacles Bridge) is the oldest stone arch bridge in Japan. It was constructed by the Chinese monk Mokusunyoujo, a second –generation monk at Kofukuji Temple. Recognized for its historical and architectural significance, this iconic bridge has been designated as an Important Cultural Property.     Meganebashi is also part of the first group of bridges built over the Nakashima River. This stone, double-arch bridge received the nickname ‘Spectacles Bridge’ because its two arches and their reflection in the water perfectly create the image of a pair of spectacles.    

Megane-bashi bridge…の続きを読む

  Mount Inasa is one of the best viewpoints in Nagasaki. Standing 333 meters high, the mountain is located close to JR Nagasaki Station. The summit can be reached by ropeway or car, offering panoramic views over the city. Furthermore, the magnificent night view from Mount Inasa has been selected as one of Japan’s Three Major Night Views—along with Kitakyushu and Sapporo—as well as one of the World’s Three Major Night Views, alongside Hong Kong and Monaco.           The World’s Three Major Night Views

Mount Inasa…の続きを読む

  The Nagasaki Confucius Shrine is the world’s only Confucian shrine built outside China by Chinese hands. First constructed in 1893 by Chinese residents of Nagasaki with the support of the Qing Dynasty government, the shrine was designed to serve as a place of worship and learning for the Chinese community, housing both a Confucian sanctuary and a primary school.     The buildings were severely damaged by the Atomic bomb explosion on August 9, 1945 and were not restored and opened to the public until September 1967. The shrine was extensively renovated in 1982.  Standing outside the shrine are 72 statues representing the 72 followers of Confucius.     A building at the rear of the shrine houses the Museum of Chinese History and Palace Museum. It features large illuminated photographs of the old Silk Road and models of early Chinese inventions such as the world’s first seismograph. Displayed on the second floor are more than 80 treasure-class articles of varying antiquity on loan directly from the Chinese National Museum and Palace Museum  in Beijing.    

Confucius Shrine…の続きを読む

  Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown is one of the three major Chinatowns in Japan. It features about 50 Chinese restaurants and numerous souvenir and sundry shops.         Nagasaki Lantern Festival    This annual festival in Nagasaki is held to celebrate the Chinese New Year. It originally started as a New Year celebration among the Chinese residents living in Nagasaki, before expanding into a major city-wide festival in 1994. During the festival, more than 10,000 lanterns beautifully decorate Chinatown and the surrounding areas.    

China town…の続きを読む

  Unzen is a pleasant onsen resort town located within Unzen-Amakusa National Park. The area was originally developed as a resort destination primarily for international visitors looking to escape the summer heat near Nagasaki.     Unzen Onsen Resort Located in the center of the Shimabara Peninsula, this area sits on the southwestern slope of Mount Unzen at an altitude of 700 meters. It began welcoming foreign tourists around 1900, after  figures such as Kaempfer and Siebold introduced the region to the West. In 1934, it became part of the first area to be designated as a National Park in Japan.   Where to explore   Nita Pass Nita Pass is one of the most scenic spots in Unzen, offering magnificent natural beauty throughout the year. Each season puts on a spectacular display: vibrant azaleas in spring, lush greenery in summer, brilliant red maples in autumn, and a fantastic silver hoarfrost in winter.   Unzen Jigoku Unzen Jigoku, which literally means “Hell,” is the number one attraction of Unzen. The area is filled with the distinct scent of sulfur and thick white steam rising from the ground across a wide area—a striking reminder that the Unzen volcano remains very much active.   Unzen Trekking   A variety of trekking routes start right from the onsen resort town, leading visitors through Unzen Jigoku. From casual walkers to avid …

Unzen travel guide…の続きを読む

  Nestled at the foot of Mount Unzen and facing the Ariake Sea, the Shimabara region consists of two cities: Shimabara City on the eastern side and Minami-Shimabara City on the southern part of the peninsula. The region offers a wealth of experiences, including stunning nature, relaxing onsen, the historic castle town of Shimabara, and significant Christian pilgrimage sites.     Exploring Shimabara     Shimabara Castle Located in Shimabara City, this castle was built in 1625 by the feudal lord Matsukura Shigemasa, who was renowned as a master of castle architecture. The castle, which took seven years to complete, is also affectionately known as “Moritake Castle.   Samurai Houses Samurai were the elite military nobility of pre-industrial Japan. Located near Shimabara Castle, the beautifully preserved samurai residences along this historic street date back to the 18th century.   Samurai Street This historic street, lined with traditional stone walls and a spring water canal running down its center, preserves the atmosphere of Shimabara’s old samurai district. Three samurai residences have been carefully restored and are open to the public as museums.   Harajo Castle ruins This Christian pilgrimage site is part of the “Hidden Christian Sites in the Nagasaki Region,” registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was the battlefield of the Shimabara Rebellion in 1637, a massive peasant uprising led by Amakusa Shiro against the Shogunate’s persecution …

Shimabara travel guide…の続きを読む