Kyushu and Okinawa
Saikai National Park
PIXTA
Activity
SUP Experience in the World Heritage Site of the Goto Islands
Highlights
・Try SUP at Ohama Beach where the water is clear and shallow! ・There will be a safety and basic operation lecture about SUP. ・Tent sauna experience is also available as an option!
Detail
You can enjoy the SUP at Ohama Beach in Fukue Island, where white sandy beaches spread out and the waves are shallow and calm. Before the start of the tour, we will give you a lecture on safety and basic operation, so beginners can feel safe.
Summary
Location Nagasaki, Goto-Island
Required time about 2hours
Transportation none
Meal none
Kayaking Experience in the World Heritage Site of the Goto Islands
Highlights
Would you like to try kayaking in the clear, shallow, and calm waters of Ohama Beach? Even if you are new to kayaking, you can enjoy it with peace of mind, as safety explanations and basic lectures are provided. A tent sauna experience is also available as an option. Solo travelers are also very welcome.
Detail
Free rental of #snorkel gear is also available.#One-person and two-person kayaks are available for solo and twosomes.#Children 6 years old and up are welcome to participate, so a parent-child kayaking experience is also recommended!
Summary
Location Nagasaki, Goto-Island
Required time about 2hours
Transportation none
Meal none
【Hakata Port ⇔ Fukue Port (Fukue Island)】Nomo-Shosen Ferry "TAIKO" Reservation
Highlights
・This is an overnight ferry that arrives in the Goto Islands while sleeping. ・Arriving at Fukue Port at 8:15 AM. You can maximize your time for sightseeing on the arriving day. ・Optional room upgrades are available with extra fees. ・Shower rooms are available at any time during voyage.
Detail
Take the overnight ferry "TAIKO" from Hakata to the the Goto Islands! You can book ferry tickets between Hakata port and Fukue port on this site.
Summary
Location Fukuoka,Goto-Island
Required time From night to morning
Transportation none
Meal none
Gunkanjima island (Battleship Island) Cruise Experience in Nagasaki
Highlights
#Enjoy a day trip to the island, which is recognized as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. #English guidebook is available during the tour #Discover the spectacular filming sites of James Bond's "Skyfall"
Detail
Gunkanjima (Battleship Island) , officially named “Hashima,” is a small island located about 20 kilometers from Nagasaki Port. It is one of the World Heritage sites that supported the modernization of Japan as a submarine coal mine.
Summary
Location Nagasaki
Required time 4.5hours
Transportation None
Meal None
Private Boat Fishing Tour in Fukue Island, Goto Islands
Highlights
Enjoy a private boat fishing trip on Fukue Island, part of the beautiful Goto Islands. Choose a half-day or full-day tour with a local fisherman guiding you to catch various fish. All fishing gear and safety equipment are provided, and you can take home your catch with optional packing and shipping.
Detail
This unique fishing experience lets you explore the rich fishing culture of the Goto Islands. Departing daily from Fukue Island, the tour offers morning and afternoon sessions led by an expert local fisherman. Perfect for those seeking an authentic and personalized adventure on Japan’s scenic waters.
Summary
Location Goto Islands
Required time 5 hours or 10 hours
Transportation Pick up not Available
Meal None
Kamigoto in the Goto Islands Private 80-Year-Old Kominka Stay
Highlights
Stay in a beautifully renovated 80-year-old traditional Japanese house located just steps from the sea on Nakadori Island. Enjoy fishing with a free rental rod, savor fresh local seafood or your own catch with an optional BBQ, and relax under stunning starry skies. This peaceful retreat is perfect for up to six guests seeking an authentic island experience.
Detail
Experience authentic island life at "Tabiji," a charming old house offering comfort and tradition. Located near the beach, it’s ideal for relaxing, fishing, and exploring nature. Optional activities include crafts and private boat fishing tours. Whether you want to unwind by the sea or enjoy a night BBQ under the stars, this stay offers a memorable escape on the Goto Islands.
Summary
Location Goto Islands
Required time
Transportation Pick up not Available
Meal None
Access
How to get there
Saikai National Park in Nagasaki Prefecture has over 400 islands, beautiful coastal scenery and a fascinating history as a center of foreign trade and Christianity in Japan. The park can broadly be divided into the Hirado-Kujukushima area in the east—comprising the coastal area of the Kitamatsuura Peninsula that includes parts of the historic cities of Hirado and Sasebo, as well as the Kujukushima Islands— and the Goto Islands area in the west. A few of the park’s highlights are accessible via public transportation on the Matsuura Peninsula, but a car is a must for the peninsula’s far-flung sites, including the many highlights on the Goto Islands.
From Tokyo
To reach the Kitamatsuura Peninsula from Tokyo, take a flight from Haneda Airport to Nagasaki Airport (2 hr), an airport bus to Sasebo (1 hr 15 min), then follow the directions in the Sasebo section below. To access the Goto Islands from Tokyo, take a flight from Haneda Airport to Nagasaki Airport (2 hr), then a flight from the Oriental Air Bridge company from Nagasaki Airport to Fukue Airport (40 min) on Fukue Island, the most populated of the Goto Islands.
From Nagasaki
The JR Seaside Liner connects Nagasaki Station with Sasebo Station (1 hr 40 min). Once you’ve arrived, follow the directions in the Sasebo section below. For the Goto Islands, take a flight from the Oriental Air Bridge company from Nagasaki Airport to Fukue Airport (40 min) on Fukue Island.
Getting Around
Though it's possible to explore some parts of the Saikai area of the park using public transportation, a rental car is a must for the Goto Islands. For the Hirado-Kujukushima area, renting a car from one of the companies located directly outside Sasebo Station is the easiest option. Many interesting islands in the Hirado-Kujukushima area are accessible by bridge, including Hirado and Ikitsuki. For the Goto Islands, there are some car rental companies near Fukue Port, but it may be wise to book ahead. Transporting a car aboard the ferry from Sasebo to the Goto Islands is quite pricey, so plan to rent separate vehicles for each area of the park. (The price is lower for taking a car aboard a ferry running between two of the Goto Islands.) Even without a car, you can still enjoy many of the Hirado-Kujukushima area sights and activities. Sasebo makes a good base thanks to the numerous buses that offer service to many of the park's highlights. From the Sasebo Bus Center, you can catch a bus to Hirado to see the historic sites that are walkable from the bus stop and take a bus to the Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort for a boat cruise.
