A relaxing trip to the untouched nature and historical buildings of the Goto Islands
I've always wanted to go to the Goto Islands.
As the island is known as the "island of prayer," there are many churches on the island that are World Heritage sites that trace the history of the hidden Christians, and it's interesting to just visit each one.
Above all, the island has a crystal clear sea, a sky that stretches out as far as the eye can see, mountains and skies that look like computer screens, rivers, waterfalls, lighthouses, and other untouched natural treasures, so it's no wonder they are used for filming movies and dramas.
It's also interesting to transfer at Nagasaki or Fukuoka and get off on a propeller plane, which feels like a bit of an attraction.
(You can also get there by high-speed boat from Nagasaki Port)
Although some new hotels have been built,
it's definitely a hidden gem with few people.
This time, I stayed on the largest island, Fukue Island, known as Shimogoto, but if you want to go to Kamigoto, I recommend staying for three nights as there are not many ferries.
You can do marine sports,
and there are fishing spots everywhere around the island surrounded by the sea,
and if you're a Ghibli fan, you'll enjoy seeing the original drawings of many masterpieces at the Yamamoto Nizo Museum.
The restaurants on the island have yet to catch up with the number of tourists, and many of them are closed on irregular days, so you may not be able to get a meal unless you make a reservation... (I also had a day when I couldn't get into any of the stores during my trip and had to make do with supermarket prepared foods 💦)
However, I would like you to go and experience the unique island atmosphere and the relaxed flow of time.
Of course, you can enjoy gourmet food such as fresh seafood, delicious local sake, Goto beef, and Goto potatoes 💕
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