Three Recommended Tourist Spots in Nagasaki Prefecture's Goto Islands. A Journey Through About 150 Islands, World Heritage Sites, and Hilltop Resorts.
The Goto Islands, consisting of 150 or more islands, including five major islands such as Fukue Island and Nakato Island. Each island has its own unique nature and culture. Churches registered as UNESCO World Heritage sites are scattered throughout the area, allowing visitors to enjoy a variety of themes such as historical exploration, water sports, and local cuisine. In this article, we introduce some recommended spots in the Goto Islands.
1. [Jiangshang Catholic Church] The delicate beauty unique to wooden architecture, the church shining as a World Heritage Site
Component heritage of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Hypocritical Christian Heritage Sites in Nagasaki and Amakusa." This is one of the few remaining wooden churches, featuring cream-colored exterior walls with blue window frames serving as an accent. The exquisite techniques seen throughout, such as the patterns painted on the columns and the way light is incorporated, are highly valuable as cultural properties.
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Jiangshang Catholic Church
Location / Nishinoomote, Goto City, Nagasaki Prefecture, 1131
Business hours / 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Closed Day / Monday
※Prior registration is required at the "Nagasaki and Amakusa Area Hidden Christian Heritage Information Center (TEL / 095-823-7650)" for internal tours.
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2. [Christian Cave] The traces of prayers of Christians who upheld their faith
A cave that conveys the faith and history of the hidden Christians. During the Meiji era, believers who fled persecution hid here, but they were found and captured. In 1967 (Showa 42), a cross and a Christ statue were erected at the cave entrance to honor the ancestors who preserved their faith. Even today, every year in November, believers gather here for Mass.
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Kirishitan Cave
Location / Minami-Sumida District, Nagasaki Prefecture, Shinkamigoto Town, Wakamatsu-Go.
※ About 15 minutes by boat from Sakamatsu Port
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3. [Goshikaku Retreat ray by Omoide Shintei] A highland resort on the island of Geshikaku, enjoying the spectacular views and sea breeze of the island.
A resort facility located on a high ground overlooking the lava coastline formed by the eruption of Komainu, the symbol of Goto. With "The view (The Vew)" as its theme, the design allows guests to experience the endless sea views and the sea breeze wrapping around them throughout the facility. The "Ocean View Open-air Panorama Deluxe" room offers a popular "All-inclusive Plan" limited to three groups per day. All necessary services for your stay, such as free flow and shuttle service, are included, allowing you to fully enjoy the magnificent nature unique to Goto.
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Gojima Retreat ray by Onko Chishin
Location / Nagasaki Prefecture Goto City Kaminazama-cho 2877
TEL/0959-78-5551
URL/goto.by-onko-chishin.com
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