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

  This attraction utilizes the tracks and facilities of the former Takachiho Railway. The round-trip journey takes approximately 30 minutes, covering a 5.1km course from Takachiho Station to the breathtaking Takachiho Railway Bridge.     The cart seats 30 passengers and is powered by twin 2,500cc diesel engines at the front and rear. Tempered glass panels are built into the center of the floor, allowing you to watch the tracks rush by and look straight down into the valley from the bridge’s highest point— a staggering 105 meters above the gorge.           

Amaterasu Railway…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

  Takachiho is the birthplace of Shinto, Japan’s indigenous religion. The origin story of Shinto is set in the cave behind Amano Iwato Shrine and at Amano Yasugawara. According to the myth, Amaterasu, the Shinto sun goddess, became so outraged by her brother’s cruel pranks that she hid herself in a cave, refusing to come out and depriving the world of her life-giving light.    All of the other gods and goddesses gathered to lure her out.  They tried everything they could think of to no avail until one goddess performed an outrageously ribald dance that caused the other gods to roar with laughter. Amaterasu left the cave to see what all the fun was about, and in doing so she returned her light to the world.     Amano Iwato Shrine About ten kilometers outside of central Takachiho, Amano Iwato Shrine was built near the Cave where Amaterasu is said to have hid herself away.   The cave cannot be approached, however, there is an observation deck behind the shrine’s main building from where you can gaze across the river. In order to access the observation deck, you need to inquire at the shrine entrance, and a priest will give you a quick guided tour.     Amano Yasukawara A short walk down the road from Amano Iwato Shrine is a path  that leads down to the river below. After a few minutes on this  path you will see neat little piles of stones stacked along the …

Amano Iwato Shrine…の続きを読む

  The Takachiho Gorge is a narrow chasm carved by the Gokase River. Its sheer volcanic basalt cliffs feature unique columns that resemble twisted dragon scales. Visitors can experience the gorge from below by rowing a rental boat down the calm, easy-to-navigate waters at its southern end.     Exploring Takachiho Gorge For a unique perspective, row a rental boat down the calm, easy-to-navigate waters at the south end of the gorge. This highly recommended experience offers breathtaking, close-up views of the sheer cliffs and the majestic waterfall.         Takachiho Gorge boat riding The most recommended activity at Takachiho Gorge is exploring the river by rental boat. The opportunity to witness majestic waterfalls and unique columnar joints together in one place is truly rare. We invite you to experience this breathtaking view from the water.    

Takachiho Gorge…の続きを読む

  The shrine has a long history, having been established 1,900 years ago. It enshrines the deities of agriculture, marriage, traffic safety, and protection against misfortune. Located just west of the town center, it is nestled in a grove of tall cedars. During the day, the shrine’s simple, unpainted buildings blend naturally with the surrounding trees. The filtering light brings with it an air of calm, peaceful reverence.     Today, this legend is reenacted through Yokagura, a series of 33 dances depicting the divine conflict and other deeds of the gods. On winter weekends, people gather to watch all-night performances held at different locations each week, including private homes. These performances take place on Saturday evenings from mid-November to mid-February.     Takachiho-no-Yokagura Today, this legend is reenacted through Yokagura, a series of 33 dances depicting the divine conflict and other deeds of the gods. On winter weekends, people gather to watch all-night performances held at different locations each week, including private homes. These performances take place on Saturday evenings from mid-November to mid-February.    

Takachiho shrine…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