Top 50 things to do and attractions in Sasebo

A magical place in Japan that transports you to Europe. Unlike most of Japan's theme parks, this one is not that crowded. It has rides and attractions suitable for all ages, also has team lab attractions which I enjoyed. The flower theme changes every month. It was rose season when we visited. Since the area is wide, it would be better to plan your visit ahead. Advisable for a full day visit. There is also a wide selection of restaurants and food stalls available, including affordable ones just outside the entrance (such as Ringerhut).

Trip Highlight in Fukuoka! Our day here was the highlight of our Fukuoka vacation! Our family thoroughly enjoyed all the sights and rides—there’s so much to see, do, explore, and eat. We visited on a weekday, so it wasn’t very crowded, and we were able to enter most attractions with ease. The place is beautiful, well-maintained, and very organized. Staff were friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. I took a break at one of the coffee shops, and was pleasantly surprised by how good the coffee and food were. We also did the boat ride during sunset, and it was absolutely wonderful—a peaceful and scenic way to end the day. Definitely a must-try, esp for families and groups!

Huis Ten Bosch – A beautiful experience for all ages! Huis Ten Bosch is truly a place where everyone can find something to enjoy — whether you’re visiting with family, friends, or on your own. The atmosphere is vibrant yet relaxing, surrounded by stunning European-style architecture and seasonal flowers that make every corner picture-perfect. I loved almost all of the attractions, especially the Blue Anchor Gallery — it’s an absolute must-visit! The exhibits are beautifully curated, offering both inspiration and insight. You’ll definitely leave with lasting memories. A wonderful destination that blends culture, fun, and beauty — highly recommended for anyone visiting Kyushu! 🌷🏰

This place is big and fun. There are bicycle rental for 3000¥, 1 hr later 1000¥. There is a sightseeing boat from Welcome gate to Canal city ( not in hakata) . We waited 30 minutes for the Zipline. It was very fun and adventurous! There was also a bus from the gate to Attractions. There are some good restaurants everywhere. A shooting game is near the pier ( I didn't win any :( ) At the attraction town, there's a chocolate shop with a challenge. The VR took 25 minutes but it last only 3 minutes. Inside the hotel, there's a french buffet all you can eat, for only 16.800¥ 2 adults 1 child. There are two inside playground for children, the other one which is more tech, needs to wait 45 minutes :/. Other games to average 20 minutes. There is also a 90 meter ferris wheel 🎡. A water park is included too! A fishing game is inside a mall. My family won the first and second place!!. At 20:10, near the water park there is a light show that lasts 10 minutes and fireworks at 9 PM . I recommend you to not use map, it may be a little hard but It will be fun finding places! But from huis ten Bosch station, since 8 30 pm I didn't see the huis tên bosch express for Hakata station

Such a fun and quirky theme park, some parts feels like you are transported directly to Amsterdam, yet a keen eye may spot some differences. The activities in the park will keep young and older kids entertained for a whole day, and eateries on site while more expensive than the cities are reasonable for a theme park. Easy access by direct train from Fukuoka. Bear the crowd by visiting on a weekday.

Huis Ten Bosch feels weirdly surreal, like someone just dropped a piece of Europe straight into Japan and it actually works. The tall, gothic-style tower and the canal lined with Dutch-style buildings (pic 1 & 4) make you double-take—are we in Nagasaki or the Netherlands? The red umbrellas along the water give everything a laid-back, almost holiday-resort vibe. Wandering around, you spot things like a classic windmill reflected perfectly in a still canal (pic 3), and huge hotel buildings that look straight out of a European postcard (pic 2). It's all very clean, slightly artificial, but honestly kind of fun. You can get a coffee by the water and just watch the boats drift by. If you want to take a break from the usual Japan scenery and see some quirky, detailed recreations, this spot is definitely worth a visit. Good place for random photos and a change of pace, even if you end up wondering “where am I again?” half the time.

🌷🏰 A Wonderland for MIFFY fans!! 🐰✨ We visited the adorable Miffy Wonder Square here and absolutely FELL IN LOVE with this colorful and happy place!! 🧡✈️ From cute rides and themed Miffy food & cafe to browsing the largest Miffy store, there's so much kawaii-ness to explore! ✨ We also vlogged our fun experience on our Youtube channel @kawaiifanatictravels for you to enjoy! 📹🌼 Since it’s Halloween, we were able to enjoy the cutest Miffy Halloween parade, Trick-or-Treating with Miffy, and festive Halloween shows + magical nighttime illuminations! 🎃🍭 We will definitely visit this lovely place again!! 💐

I really liked the experience. I went there on Tuesday, and there were still a lot of tourists. Luckily, I managed to get on the cruise ahead of time, as it departs every hour and the trip lasts 50 minutes.

A relaxing hour-long boat ride that thoughtfully presented the beautiful islands. Can go up onto the deck for an elevated view. There are toilets, gift corners, and drinks corners on board.

Fast ship, well organized, clean facilities. Waiting area was climatised with free wifi. The tour itself was beautiful. We had quite a lot of exhaust to inhale but it was worth it nonetheless.

Gorgeous islands and a lovely cruise with multiple languages which helped us understand the cruise better. It was worth every minute of our 45 minute cruise. Gorgeous view of the islands and sea.

Loved the 99 island boat trip. So relaxing and you could see all the oyster farms

Excellent views, I enjoyed every bit of it, all the aquatic animals were healthy

The boat ride was well worth the visit. Beautiful place cruising around the small islands, and interesting how the big boat can turn around on a very small inlet; almost like a Disney boat ride on rails under the water.

We took taxi from cruise port to get to the 99 islands and made reservation with the driver to come pick us up in 2 hours, because the public transportation was not convenient. What an amazing experience looking at these varieties of small islands, the most beautiful bay in the world!

You can see the inland sea and 99 ninety nine islands from here. Also famous of opening scene from”Last Samura”

Really pretty place with lots of parking and clean toilets. Nice to walk around as it was very quiet. And omg the view. You definitely have to visit

Nice and calm location to have abeautifuk point of view Of the islands.

Very nice view of the islands outside Sasebo.

Such a romantic place. And such a beautiful view of all the islands! I could spend a whole day there. If you want to see more of our journey check out @wanderlust.lovers on Instagram 🤗

Good viewpoint, very spacious, and with terrific views over the bay

Absolutely stunning view. Unfortunately the 300m pathway to the top is slippery, muddy, and full of stones / steps. Definitely not suitable for people with mobility issues. No facilities on site (toilets, vending machines, etc). The lookout tower has definitely seen better days, and could do with some maintenance and a good clean. Free admission, and plenty of parking. The weather wasn’t fantastic when I went, but was still a great experience overall. Had the whole place to myself. Definitely worth a visit if you’re physically able and in the area.

Visited about 8.30 am on a sunday. Nobody was there. So, enjoyied the view without disturbance. While i was there, people staeted to arrive. There was not much space for more than 10-15 at a time.

Free admission, opened daily and closes at 2100. Once you arrive at the small parking lot, you'll have to walk about 300 meters up the stone and muddy (if it just rained) walkway. A little bit of a challenge, don't wear heels, make sure to wear boots or sneakers No wheelchair or handicap parking, not recommended for the elderly or handicapped. There isn't a toilet available in the area, the toilet is located at the bottom of the hill at Mori Kirara, which is the Botanical gardens/Zoo. The climb to the top ain't easy. There's a small area with a beautiful view just below the observation deck. Climbing up the stairway to the top you'll get a wonderful view of the area, it's a breathtaking experience. Recommend to travel here on a clear day and don't go after a rainy day.

This is a peaceful beautiful location. I walked from a distance away, but there is easy parking and the climb is very easy and clean. Perfect place for a picnic lunch with a stunning view.

Beautiful view. I caught it on a clear spring day and it was wonderful. Much better than Matsushima in Miyagi. Word of warning: there's only one road up and down so be careful, drivers, walkers, and bikers.

Beautiful place to enjoy the sunset....when the day soo sunny you can see the sunset from here...but the place is quiet far from the bus stop if you walk...There's no public transportation to go until the car park...you better go there by car or motorcycle...or if you want more exciting experience...you can go by bicycle...even though the road is not easy for it but i think it will be unforgetable and your effort will be paid after you arrived there and saw the sunset....very-very beautiful....and make it sure the weather is not cloudy or rain

Absolutely beautiful location! My husband and I saw so much of the area we are calling home. It was breath-taking and well worth the trip. The small hike up to the observation tower was very nice too.

Very underwhelming! I tried this place based on reviews and ended up disappointed at both the burger size and quality of taste. Bland patty, cold unmelted cheese slice, and the only positive is that they put in a decent amount of greens between the buns. The staff / employees were nice and helpful, hence service is 5star...but the product itself is nowhere near what an ideal burger should be - google US Burger in Fukuoka for an example of a Kyushu burger joint that sells much better-tasting burgers. To be fair, the french fries here were very good, much much better than the burger. The seasoning was subtle yet defined and the fries remained crispy despite being delivered before the burgers and consumed only after the burgers were eaten. I would only come to this place for the fries and not the burgers.

It is a small shop with only 14 seats, it is clampy, no extra room to maneuver. But it don't refrain me for having a good burger and fries. The piping hot fries just from the fryer and the tasty, juicy huge burger pack with lettuce, cheese, ham and egg. Luckily for me when I enter the shop there is a table for 4 waiting for me, if not I am sure need to wait a long time for the burger. But anyway it worth to wait.

Delicious! I’m so glad that I picked this burger place from many places. The bacon was smoky and flavorful, burger patties were juicy and buns were just perfect. French fries were freshly fried. Amazing! Highly recommended!

Though the burger was excellent, the wait to get the burger was absurd. We waited for 20-25 minutes just for a table to open up, with several people happily chatting on the few available tables, then another 10 minutes for the food to come out. Just not worth the wait.

Got the Special Burger, onion rings, and black iced coffee. It was a bit expensive compared to a similar quality Japanese meal, but I wanted to try at least one burger in Sasebo. Came before 10 am and the shop was already 3/4 full. The burger was made to order and it was good, especially considering the price --- if I compare this to NYC pricing. For me to get a similar burger in NYC, the price would be at least 2.5x and the service would probably be far worse. The onion rings were the stand-out. Very tasty, not overly salty, and perfectly crisp. Small, but interesting atmosphere and it was cool to see American kitsch culture in the context of a US naval base town in Japan. I would come back again to try a different kind of burger and the fries.

Good experience for me. But I don't recommend for other people. The store is tiny space. A lot's of people waiting in lunch time. They have Branch store in market area.

A yummy stop for Sasebo burgers and this little joint is at the corner of a small street, coming out to a main road. It's a small 14 seater plane, and everything is prepared freshly when ordered. A double patty is ¥1518, and if it is a set with fries and soft drink, that comes up to ¥2068.

Encountering the Shinkansen station attendant, it seemed that he could only barely understand English. It took quite a while for him to grasp my meaning, and I even received a disdainful look from the attendant.

It is a medium size station with eateries and convenience stores. Good place to drop off to explore Sasebo. And they have kind staff who helps out too. Good.

Simple Station. Lack of support for Electronic ticketing like IC cards make travel between Sasebo and Nagasaki inconvenient.

It's okay and the hamburger is quite good actually

I was stationed here in the 80-90's and loved the place. I married local and return quite often the station is well updated and good place to stay exploring sasebo.

There is wifi here, also many places for shopping and getting lunch. I recommend Sushiro ! 😊 Also, you can take a walk along the promenade which is extremely near.

Small station with great staff. The ticket counter can assist you in getting to your destination with patient, English-friendly attendants.

we came on rainy day and the church was closed. too bad we can not ask permission to enter the church. it was located on a higher land so from infront we need to climbed several sets of steep stairs. from the outside it is a small beautiful church.

Visited during winter, 2020. The main entrance is located on top of a hill, which is accessible via a flight of stairs. Church was peaceful and queit, with a clean and solemn environment. You have to take off your shoes to visit the church as it has traditional japanese wooden flooring. Good place to visit in Sasebo.

Beautiful church up on the hill.

The church is considerably near Sasebo Station, around 5-10 minutes of walking. You have to climb around 3 floors worth of stairs to reach the entrance. The inside is clean and neat, to be expected of any Japanese location. Nothing you can't see in any other Catholic church. The stained glass isn't that special. If you want to take a picture of the whole church, you have to cross the street on the other side. Quite interestingly, I think it kind of looks a bit similar to that castle which you can see on those children's movies ;) Anyway, maybe I'm quite unimpressed because I see all sorts of churches where I live from in Manila

Well kept and very Holy. All the presence of God you will feel.

The most beautiful church in Sasebo. English Mass is offered at 1300 on Sunday.

This church is so beautiful spiritual place.

I found it very tasty. But new generation style. The shop is small and there are many students. Top class burgers in the world.

Very good Sasebo burger. Near the end of the Ginza you can dine in or take out. My first Sasebo burger and it was delicious! I had the number 2 which is the most popular one according to the menu. It did not disappoint it was very fresh and very tasty. I walked here so I did not see if they had parking nearby.

Burger could have been bigger - especially the beef patty. Essentially the size of a McDonald’s Big Mac patty at 2-3x the price. 4 stars for flavor and quality though. Great combination of ingredients.

The patty was tender, juicy and cooked to perfection. The proper amount of sauce and toppings were used. The ingredients tasted fresh. Overall, the burger was delicious! The lemonade was absolutely amazing! I loved the pulp from actual lemons. It added some texture to the juice. Very different from what I'd get at home, in a great way! I'll never look at fast food burgers the same.👌🏾😋

very delicious burger, definitely worth the hype!

Best Sasebo burger I have had so far. I got the #2 with fries and it was all delicious and came out quick and hot.

Fresh burger + good location. All of ingredients of Sasebo burger are fresh and taste good. You can easily find this restaurant because it is located at a main entrance of market street.

The port isn't to talk about with the terminal there. They did have vendors selling their wares and an information counter. They didn't have greeters playing music or inside terminal free tea service, or free painted fans or banners with your name hand printed on it like two other terminals. We did buy a Kimono. So, it did end up being worthwhile. A free shuttle service was there to bring us to the covered street shopping mall.

Quite a relax place to chill Plenty of restaurants near by

Good place for visiting

Good and warm people!

(Translated by Google) My family and I boarded a cruise ship and docked at our first land port. With about 3,400 people on board, it would take at least 2-3 hours for everyone to disembark in batches. (Original) 和家人搭乘郵輪，停靠至陸上第一站港口。因郵輪上有約3,400人，按照順序分批至少也要約2-3小時左右才能全員下船。

(Translated by Google) The Combined Fleet once docked here, and it is one of Japan's most famous ports, having flourished as a military port since ancient times. The town of Sasebo itself thrived around the port, so the port itself has a strong presence. Children will enjoy looking at the huge ships moored there, and the languid atmosphere of the port at night is also very sexy and lovely. (Original) かつては連合艦隊も入港し、古くから軍港として栄えていた日本を代表する港の一つです。 佐世保の町自体が港を中心に栄えた街とあって、港そのものの存在感がありました。 停泊する巨大な船の数々はお子さんが見ても楽しいと思いますし、夜のアンニュイな港の雰囲気もまたセクシーでよいです。

(Translated by Google) As you leave JR Sasebo Station, you'll be greeted by the beautiful view of Sasebo Port. The walking paths and flower beds are impeccably maintained, making it very pleasant to take a stroll while watching the ships passing by. The illuminations at night are also wonderful. You'll likely encounter skateboarding enthusiasts. (Original) JR佐世保駅を出ると一面に広がる佐世保港が綺麗です。 散歩道や花壇の手入れが抜かりなく、行き交う船を見ながらのお散歩は、とても気持ちが良いです。 夜のイルミネーションも素敵です。 スケボー愛好者に遭遇します。

One of the better castles I've visited in Japan. The view is incredible and the grounds have a lot to offer before you even enter the castle. Once inside, there are lots of interactive games and historical presentations. Even though most of it was in Japanese, I learned a lot about the castle. Will definitely come back for another visit!

Definitely a must see if you are in the area or within driving distance. This castle is small but very interactive and keeps you entertained. There are games and you can learn about the history as well. On the very top floor of the castle they offer a photograph service that is done via your phone through an app. That was a big plus. I would recommend parking in the shrine area as it is easier to access the castle and this way you can see the shrine as well which is pretty nice and a good size.

Beautiful, historic place to visit. We went on a Saturday and it was not very busy. Lots of walking to do around the area where the castle is located.

Authentic entrance... I thought it was abandoned when we started into the property grounds. Overgrown foliage and the sound of crickets or similar, I felt like I was in an old Indiana Jones movie. Once by the castle, the outside structure was a replica of the original, but the inside was completely modernized and more like a museum. The view from the top was awesome though. Not a fan of the many spiders, but the wildlife around was their territory!!

You can walk around the castle grounds and explore. There is no entrance fee except for the main tower where you can get a good location to view the vicinity. There are other viewing spots around the castle as well though. There’s also a shrine within the castle grounds. Nice to visit when in Hirado.

I went out of my way to see Hirado Castle and don’t regret it! Entry was ¥520, and it’s worth it, for the fantastic tower view and small museum. Going up in the tower you’ll get a great view of the city of Hirado, Hirado Bridge, and the ocean. The castle complex is also really cool. There’s some replica buildings, a small gift shop, and right there in one small area. If you’re English speaking- be aware that nearly all of the museum is in Japanese. It’s a great museum though and is worth checking out if you’re willing to use GoogleLens. Lastly, bring cash. The gift shop only accepts cash payments and the ticket machine in the tower only accepts cash.

1700 Historic Castle of the Matsura clan. Large area to explore and opportunities to take awesome photos of the castle, city and bay area. I had fun wrestling in the sumo area. Free access but 500 yen to go inside the museum and top view area.

Went on a cool, windy day at sunset. The park was empty and perfect. Very Clean, safe, and spent a couple hours playing around.

A gorgeous park full of sakura and breathtaking views. It also has some beautiful views of the Saikai bridge and Shinsaikai bridge. If you have little kids, there are playgrounds as well.

Beautiful views. There are two bridges that can be seen from the pedestrian bridge. You can take many photos and admire the views. Looking around is interesting enough even if it would only last some minutes (or more depending on you). There’s a curfew for passing the bridge. There’s a shop and a ceremony hall on the way if you come from the Saikai products center side of the road. Didn’t have time to explore much other than the view of the bridges but there are many lookout points and the park seems bigger than upon initial seeing.

We had such a great time when we were here in the summer. There are so many little parks to play in, nice sunny spots for a picnic, and the kids had a blast sliding down the big hill.

Beautiful park with amazing views and an exciting playground for kids!

A place you can feel the vast ocean when you stand on the top of the hill

Great park. We could have spent hours over there

I had the pleasure of visiting this incredible park, and I was blown away by the stunning views! From the top, you can see the entire city of Sasebo, and it's absolutely breathtaking. It truly feels like being on top of the world. The park itself is impressively clean, which really enhances the experience. The well-maintained paths and lush greenery create a serene environment that is perfect for a relaxing day out. Whether you're looking for a peaceful walk or a picturesque spot for photos, this park is a must-visit. It's a hidden gem that's definitely worth exploring! Highly recommended!

This is a good place to enjoy a little history and take in some wonderful views. There are numerous picnic tables throughout the park and it would make for a great date location for you and your special person. Bathrooms are very clean normally and there are several vending machines in the event you become thirsty.

Amazing park, such a clean place. It feels great to walk in such clean nature and well taken care of. Recommended!!

Nice quick walking path with three spots to view Sasebo from above. There also a path from the Yumihari Hotel to reach the park. Dogs must be kept on leash and there a water fountain as well as public bathrooms and vending machines. Few spots to sit around park. Some areas have been overground with nature but the main paths are cleared. Plenty of parking , I went in August so I would suggest bringing mosquito spray if you plan on walking in the other areas beside observation deck.

The scenery was just breathtaking. This is great for families, couples and even singles as well who wants to just enjoy the view of Sasebo at anytime of the day.

Nice to bring your kids, you can see the beautiful view of sasebo city, nice for walking, relaxing place.

This is a beautiful park with an incredible view of Sasebo, the harbor and the 99 islands. Sunset is breathtaking from up here.

You can do it all here. Restaurants everywhere while doing your shopping for most of your needs. Since the main strip is covered you can go on the rainy days to shop.

Wow is the word to use. Huge, long walking mall. It seems like it goes on forever. Starbucks. Mosburger. 7 Eleven, all types of stores to choose from. ¥100 store is near a nice little supermarket. Most places close at 6:30pm on weekdays. You'll definitely be amazed and satisfied with the variety and selections. Most places try to communicate in English, makes this area more interesting. Definitely worth the trip. Near Sasebo base and most of the hotels.

There is so much to do here. Everytime coming through here is awesome

Interesting...

(Translated by Google) The shopping street was very busy. There is also Sasebo Kunchi, so you can have a lot of fun just walking around. It's a nostalgic shopping street, and there aren't many people like this here, so I hope it stays busy for a long time. (Original) 商店街とても賑わってました。 佐世保くんちもあり、歩くだけでも、十分楽しめます。 昔懐かしい商店街、ここまで人手の多いのは少ないです、ずっと賑わって欲しいです

(Translated by Google) As someone who knows the area from the past, I find the current Shikacho Shopping Street to be completely unattractive, and the products and services that interest me have changed as I have gotten older. (Original) 昔を知る小生としては、現在の四ヶ町商店街は　何ら魅力無し、年齢と共に興味ある商品&サービスが変わりました。

(Translated by Google) There were a variety of stores and it was fun just walking around. (Original) 色々な店があって、歩くだけで楽しめました☆

Dead market. If you are intending to come here just save your effort. Not many shops are open. Its 8am already

(Translated by Google) It is located within walking distance from Sasebo Station. There is also Yokkamachi shopping street nearby. As the name suggests, Tunnel Yokocho is a shopping street that uses a tunnel (air-raid shelter). Most stores are closed on Sundays. It's open during the day on weekdays. It's adjacent to Too Shopping Street, so if you take a walk during the daytime on weekdays, you might find some wonderful encounters and discoveries. There are also public toilets between Too Shopping Street and Tunnel Yokocho. (Original) 佐世保駅から歩いて行ける距離に位置しています。近くには四ヶ町商店街もあります。 こちらのとんねる横丁は、その名の通りとんねる（防空壕）を利用した商店街です。 日曜日は閉まっている店がほとんど。平日の昼間は開いてます。戸尾商店街と隣接しているので、平日の昼間に散歩してみると素晴らしい出会いと発見があるかも。 戸尾商店街ととんねる横丁の間に公衆トイレもあります。

(Translated by Google) August 21, 2023 2nd day of the 18th ticket of youth journey in Kyushu and Shikoku I came here to eat a hamburger. The shop is located in the ruins of a wartime air raid shelter. You can enjoy the nostalgic atmosphere. (Original) 2023年8月21日 青春18切符の旅九州四国二日目 ハンバーガーを食べに訪れました。 戦争中の防空壕跡にお店が入っています。昔懐かしい雰囲気が味わえます。

(Translated by Google) Tunnel Yokocho, which is supported by locals, serves not only as a shopping street but also as a place to relax. The shopping street includes fresh fish stores, butcher shops, pubs, and restaurants. Fish shops and butcher shops close in the evening and are not open on holidays, so it may seem like a shuttered shopping district, but it is quite lively all day long on weekdays! (Original) 地元民から支持されるとんねる横丁は商店街での販売の機能だけではなく憩いの場にもなっています。商店街には鮮魚店、精肉店、居酒屋やレストランなどが入っています。鮮魚店や精肉店は夕方暗くなる頃には店を閉めてしまい、休日はオープンしてないのでシャッター商店街に思われるかもしれませんが、平日終日はわりと活気ありますよ！

(Translated by Google) It was a bit strange, but the cat was used to people. (Original) 微妙でした猫が人馴れしてました✨

(Translated by Google) This is an old shopping street with a post-war Showa retro feel that used to be an air raid shelter. The store staff are also friendly and kind. (Original) 防空壕を利用した、戦後の昭和レトロな感じの古い商店街です。店員さんも、気さくで親切な方ばかりです。

(Translated by Google) Calling it a historic site is not quite the right term! There is a shop in an old air raid shelter. (Original) 史跡と言うのは適切ではないですね！昔の防空壕を利用した店が有ります。

interesting museum and eye opener experience to maritime life. i like to watch the maritim vids on the 7th floor. it gives more insight on maritime tasks and duties. most of the area prohibits photography so please check around for the sign. many things are displayed as photo and its information so maybe for people that are not interesting to history or naval issues, they will tend to get bored easily. my sons love going to museum though, so they still think this trip is enjoyable. and admission is free

Good: Good information to Imperial Japan Navy, JMSDF Bad: Historical issue for Korea, China

from edo period to ww1, ww2 and JMSDF, including lots of models, captured equipments and medals

If your in Sasebo then it may be worth a look at. You can reach it by either walking or by bus from the JR station. It tells a history of the Japanese navy. Be warned that many floors have a no photography rule. The price of admission is free.

Great deal of information. I wish the introductory movie on the 7th floor has English Captions. It was a great presentation and I could only deduced some of the content from reading the Chinese characters. Otherwise it was a very well done museum

Great, free museum with free parking. They have displays in both English and Japanese and it covers everything from the Meiji era to the modern navy.

Pros: Free Admission and free parking. There's a boat driving simulator on the first floor. Good view from the top floor (7th Floor) Cons: Can't take photos indoors

Amazing observation point!! We walked an hour and a half from the port, worth it. We loved it and spent so much time up there! Cleanest point, I love Japan

Lovely view from the summit. There are two viewing platforms, so be sure to scope them both out. Accessible for the mobility impaired. Toilets and vending machines on site. Free admission, and ample parking. No crowds. The drive to the summit is not for the feint of heart.

Started walking from base and made it to the observatory in just under an hour. Lovely floral fragrance filled the air and the view was so worth it at the top.

Great view over Sasebo city and the surrounding areas, including some of Kujuku islands. I did walk there from the city center and it was really enjoyable hike ! Ps. Some of the pictures are taken on the way to the top.

Went on a blustery, rainy day, and the views were still good. This part of Kyushu is so beautiful. The second best part was the drive up and drive down, on the zigzaggy switchbacks.

Long hike up a road. Wasn’t really a hike. Take a car and just go to the top for an epic view. If you do take a hike start and stop with a Sasebo Burger from Log Kit.

The road is winding and twisty on the way up but it's worth going there for the night view especially on a clear night. Be careful when you're climbing the stairs up to the observatory. You might need a small flashlight in order not to trip on something. Also be careful of the walls in the observatory because they're a little bit low and if you're tall you might slip and fall over if you're not careful. However putting all that aside you can really get a great view of the city at night and you can enjoy the stars and planets. Definitely a must see if you're in Sasebo for any length of time.

Beautiful view of the Sasebo 99 islands

Drove here to see sunset, then only realize nice sunset only visible dozen of days each year.

A beautiful place,little faraway.But very worth it. 綺麗ですね

Beautiful views and close by to a bakery

A very easily reached observatory with a close view of the islands. Parking lot is also provided.

Very little parking area but a gorgeous view loved having it all to myself

Nice views of Sasebo

The blooms are beautiful. Until April 30th . But after 5 PM it is free entry and you can see the sunset it’s fabulous

When the azaleas are blooming and the weather is clear this park is breathtaking. Near 180 degree views from the top. It must have taken decades to plant all the azaleas as they stretch as far as you can see. Good parking. Y500 entrance fee per person is a little expensive for a family. Nice drive up here, too, on very windy roads.

Beautiful all year round, but particularly around April when the whole place is covered in a rainbow carpet of azaleas (tsutsuji). The islands in the background are the northern Kujukushima Islands (99 Islands).

Nice park with a stunning view of the sun, best at sunset.

Well worth the long drive here from saga region. The flowers are more interesting then the 99 islands

Pretty hike up to shrine and down into the azalea grove overlooking 99 Islands National Park.

My favorite Azaleas flower bed with an island view

(Translated by Google) 88 sacred sites in Kyushu, 75th temple, This is the 29th temple of the Kyushu 33 Kannon Sacred Sites. The road is narrow if you enter from the street, so you need to be careful. The parking lot is spacious and easy to park. The main hall has also been rebuilt and is new. After praying and receiving a stamp, we went to see the bridge from which the name comes from. I reaffirmed that nature is wonderful. (Original) 九州八十八ヶ所百八霊場、第七十五番札所、 九州三十三観音霊場、第二十九番札所のお寺です。 通りから入ると道が狭いので、注意が必要です。駐車場は整備されているので広くて停めやすいです。本堂も建て替えられていて新しいです。お参りして御朱印を頂いた後、名前の由来になっている御橋を観に行きました。自然は素晴らしいと再確認しました。

(Translated by Google) I visited this temple as part of my pilgrimage to the 88 temples and 108 sacred sites of Kyushu. You can receive a temple seal (shrine stamp) at the Mihashi Kannonji Temple. I highly recommend visiting this temple as well as the new main hall. It's just a short walk towards the bell tower and gate. Free parking available (I parked in the park). (Original) 九州八十八ヶ所百八霊場巡りでお参りさせて頂きました。納経（御朱印）は、【御橋観音寺】の場所で頂けます。新しい本堂？だけでなく、是非こちらにも足を運ばれることおすすめ致します。鐘楼、門の方に向かって歩いてすぐですから。 無料駐車場あり（公園？の🅿️に停めさせて頂きました）

(Translated by Google) A famous temple located on a small mountain in Yoshii Town It's fairly easy to get to your destination because there are signboards and information boards, but the roads are not wide at all, so it's best to drive carefully. Fiery red of autumn leaves 🍁 Yellow of ginkgo The main image is Kannon Bodhisattva, the inner temple has statues of Nio, small Jizo statues, and stone statues, so you can enjoy an extraordinary space! (Original) 吉井町の小高い山にある名刹 看板や案内板があって目的地に着くのはわりと楽ですが道は決して広くはないので注意して運転した方が良いですね。紅葉🍁の燃えるような紅　イチョウの黄色 本尊には観音菩薩　奥の院には仁王像　小さなお地蔵さんや石像　非日常的な空間を楽しむことができますよ！

(Translated by Google) A place where you can feel the wonder of nature. The stone statues in the rocky area are very atmospheric. The autumn leaves season makes it even more beautiful. I would like you to go up above the temple and take a look. (Original) 自然の凄さを感じられるところ。 岩場にある石像がなんとも趣がある。 紅葉の季節は、さらに美しさを増す。 ぜひお寺より上に登って見てほしい。

(Translated by Google) 2023/06/18 I visited for the first time For reviews, please also refer to “Ohashi Kannon” and “Obashi Kannonji” ＼(^o^)／ A person who maintains the temple grounds told me that the bridge could previously be seen from a distance. There is construction going on right now, so it would be a good idea to come when the leaves are in autumn. That's what I was told, so I'll ask. I’m looking forward to it✋ (Original) 2023/06/18　初めて伺いました 口コミは『おはし観音』、『御橋観音寺』も参考にして下さい ＼(^o^)／ 境内を手入れをされている方から、以前は遠くから橋が見えてたけどと。今工事をしているので紅葉の頃に来られると良いですよ。と言われましたので、伺いますます。楽しみです✋

(Translated by Google) A temple located within a park where Mihashi Kannon is enshrined. The Onhashi Kannon statue is said to have been carved by Gyoki from a piece of glowing driftwood picked up in Sasebo Bay and enshrined here. There is a stone bridge in the back of the temple. This is a spot where you can see the stone bridges, which are two stone bridges lined up in parallel after the canopy of a 20m-high sea cave has fallen off. It's a spectacular sight♪ (Original) 御橋観音が祀られている公園内にある寺。 その昔､佐世保湾で拾われた光る流木から行基が観音像を彫って祀ったとする御橋観音が安置されている。 そんなお寺の奥には石橋が架かっている。 高さ20mの海食洞の天蓋が抜け落ち残った部分が石橋となって2本並列している平戸八景の一つ石橋なる奇岩が見れるスポット。 見事な景勝である♪

(Translated by Google) The best time to see the autumn leaves is now. Walking up the stone steps at the back, the view of the rocks that were formed over tens of thousands of years is incredible. (Original) 紅葉🍁は今からが見頃です。歩いて奥の石段上がって何万年月でできた岩は何とも言えない眺めは最高です。

Beautiful, I saw the dolphin, sharks, sting rays, jelly fish and giant turtles etc. You need tickets to enter.

The Aquarium may be small, but it packs a mighty punch. The highlight was the mesmerizing dolphin show, where the animals and their trainers displayed an incredible level of trust and cooperation, performing graceful, synchronized maneuvers that had the audience enthralled. Beyond the dolphin performance, the aquarium boasts an impressive collection of marine life, from vibrant coral reefs to different sea animals. The exhibits were thoughtfully designed, providing intimate glimpses into the underwater world. Despite its compact size, the Aquarium delivers an exceptional, enriching experience. Highly recommended for any traveler seeking an up-close encounter with the wonders of the sea.

I was extremely angry to see how the dolphins were kept in such a small enclosure ! They are such intelligent animals and should not be treated the way they are including the beautiful big turtles being kept inside a tiny tank ! I would not support this aquarium again 😡

the dolphin show is simple but its nice, the kids enjoy the water splash from dolphins jump...the sasebo burger near the aquarium is also a must👍😋

It’s rare to see sea turtles in a aquarium, but this place has a few. The sardine was amazing to see them up close, and dolphins too. There is also a 40 mins cruise to sail out and see the islands just next to the aquarium. Nice spot to visit and could spend a few hours (maybe 3 including the cruise).

It's not the biggest aquarium, but I liked it a lot. It has a good variety of fish and I particularly enjoyed the dolphin show. I probably spent an hour or two there.

I guess it’s not the newest aquarium but how is it’s possible to let animals live like that even in the 21th century? All animal rescue foundation should start petitions. The dolphin lives alone in a disaster of dirt and no nature. I am so shocked. Also the big turtle which just haeded in the corner of the tiny basin. Sure it’s a children exploring campus but for children education should be animal protection the first step. It is a nightmare for all animal lovers.

The tower beckons from afar as it is the most visible structure in HTB. It sits atop a small mall and you can actually go up the tower for a superb view.

You can enjoy to see from both inside and outside of the tower. I recommend to climb up twice a day/ day and night. From outside of the tower you can see that the tower's color is changing every time at night ;)

Good view over the tower

good place to relax, take pictures, great xmas illumination. but the games not so good.

景色漂亮，尤其是夜晚! From the tower there is a superb panorama of Huis Ten Bosch, especially at night!

Go to the observation deck of Dom Toren to see the 360 view of Huis Ten Bosch. It is very different between day and night!

The view is very good. Especially just before the sun set.

I’ve lived here over 4 years and this is the first time I’ve actually visited for leisure. The first time I came I only went as far as the giraffes near the front for a volunteer event. This is a pretty decently sized zoo to visit especially with little ones. I love the way their penguin exhibit is set up and apparently there’s a sort of cafe or seating area that we missed. For 2 adults with a military discount it was literally around ¥1200! For an annual pass it’s ¥2100! For our son’s first visit to a zoo this was the perfect size and as soon as we were done he fell right asleep. Parking is free and just right across the street. There is a diaper changing room in the penguin exhibit building as well as a men’s and women’s restroom. The bathroom was very clean.

A small zoo with a nice selection of animals. Fairly close proximity with the animals. Good zoo for small children.

I’ve been visiting our neighborhood zoo since my daughter was six months old, and now that she’s two, she loves it even more! The zoo is within walking distance for us, making it a perfect place for frequent visits. The staff are incredibly helpful and kind, always enhancing our experience. We have an annual pass and this zoo is a fantastic spot to spend one to two hours with family, enjoying a diverse range of animals. The garden is a delightful bonus, with beautiful seasonal flowers and plants that add to the charm of the place. We always leave with smiles and look forward to our next visit!

Happy to have a place to take our child to learn about animals. They try really hard here to provide a good experience. Like most things in japan the property is quite dated. Lots of bathrooms available. For the price it is a great way to spend an hour. Purely on the condition of the property, it's 3 stars.

This was a nice zoo, very quiet. It was the middle of the week so it was pretty empty. It was clean overall, but some areas were a tad run down. We went on a hot day, so many of the flowers outside were not present.

Enclosures are way to small and depressing and I really hope they expand for them they need so much more space to run around and fly around happily, its cheap to get in and do feeding but we went and most things were closed, we didn’t even do the whole park for the fact it was getting to upsetting to see the small enclosures they’re kept in. They need a lot more greenery and trees etc to run around with and play with/on. Like the monkeys only having a tiny thing to climb on, they also need more shade for them over some of the enclosures etc. The place was dead when we went, extremely hot and muggy, the gardens and grass and everything was pretty dead, just a very dull sad and depressing zoo. I really don’t recommend coming here at all.

We used to live in Sasebo 5 yrs ago and had never been to this zoo until the other day. It’s super cute, but as it was soooo hot out, we didn’t see many animals. My kids and I still made the most of it. If you’re in Sasebo, check it out. It doesn’t receive the same attention as Biopark, but it is amazing and close to Kujukushima aquarium.

Great for watching birds.

Beautiful landscape

(Translated by Google) The scenery was beautiful and it was very nice. I think it would have been better today if it was cloudy and sunny. (Original) 景色がよくて、とてもよかったです。今日は、曇ってて晴天のときは、もっとよかったと思います。

(Translated by Google) It hasn't arrived yet. (Original) まだよってない｡

(Translated by Google) feel the times (Original) 時代を感じる

There are two ships available, the Pearl Queen and the Pirate Boat Mirai. The first ship's design is what I can call standard/classic, while the pirate one is colorful and has personality. I planned to ride the pirate boat, but as I arrived I discovered that the two ships alternate, meaning the Pearl Queen travels every 10am, 11am, so on, and the Pirate Boat at 9:30am, 10:30am, and so on. We had to go back to the station early so we had to ride the Pearl Queen. Nonetheless, we got to see a glimpse of the Pirate boat twice, first going to and second going back. It's still far away, but better than nothing. The ride lasts for 50 minutes. It's sunny at the top and the wind blows nicely. There's also a viewing deck below the top floor, not much wind but no direct sunlight. There are quite a number of interesting rock and island formations. My favorite is the rock formation that looks like a dog. You can see this halfway through the return trip. You can catch a picture together with this considerably close, but you have to be prepared and act fast.

Information well oriented in There

Dolphins are kept in a tiny pool to swim in endless circles. Same with the sea turtles; the cages are entirely too small.

(Translated by Google) The weather was very good and the scenery was beautiful on the day we came to 99 Island for a boat trip. It’s not crowded at all. We took a boat ride and then went to the 99 Islands Aquarium. There is a play area for children (unfortunately, we didn’t bring children with us on this trip) and we can see marine life and experience pearl digging (this is not bad). Overall, the 99-Island boat ride and aquarium are suitable itineraries for families and children to enjoy! (Original) 來99島搭船遊覽當天天氣非常好 風景優美 完全不人擠人，搭玩船再去99島海洋館，有幼兒遊戲區（可惜這次員旅沒帶小孩）還有海洋生物可以看，挖珍珠體驗（這個還好）。整體來說99島坐船跟海洋館是適合親子同樂的行程！

(Translated by Google) Visited on September 4, 2025 My main purpose in visiting here was to get the park designated as one of Japan's national parks, but there are many interesting exhibits inside. Apparently, Saikai National Park is celebrating its 70th anniversary. (Original) 2025.9.4に訪問 ここへの目的は日本の国立公園乃印を押すためだったのですが、中には興味深い展示が沢山あります。 そして、この西海国立公園は、70周年を迎えるらしいです。

(Translated by Google) Here you can take a boat trip to see the beautiful scenery of Kujukushima. The captain's superb skills can make 360-degree turns in a very narrow bay. (Original) 在這裹可以乘船遊覧九十九島的美境，船長高超的技術可在超夾窄的小灣內360度轉彎。

(Translated by Google) August 29, 2025: The exhibits were easy to understand and interesting. It's the 70th anniversary of Saikai National Park. I received a badge in response to a questionnaire. (Original) 2025年8月29日　分かりやすく展示されており、面白かったです。西海国立公園は70周年なのですね。アンケートで缶バッチを頂きました。

Kozakihana is a cape located in Sasebo, Nagasaki, Japan. It is the westernmost point of the island Kyūshū as well as the westernmost point of Japan's four main islands.

Beautiful place to stroll for 30-45 minutes. Cool rock formations to explore with a few cliffs and caves. A lot of people fishing in the evenings. There are bathroom facilities and plenty of benches.

Amazing photography spot!

The west end point of Japanese major islands. A park and rocky shore you could also fish. Some interesting monumets.

Wonderful landscape！

nice and beautiful.

Great view but really cold!

Pretty cool spot. This bunker dug out on the side of a mountain was dug out out by young school kids over 2yrs. as a safe place to take refuge during the war. This is free.

Is a magic place the tour is so small but totally worth it.

Nice tour of Air raid Shelter

very small area

(Translated by Google) This is an air raid shelter dug by an elementary school teacher and students in 1943 during World War II. It is so well-built that it is not of amateur quality. It was built to accommodate 600 students, and it also has toilets and a kitchen. Parking is available, tours are free, and volunteers will give you a guided tour. (Original) 第二次世界大戦中の1943年に小学校の先生と生徒が掘った防空壕。作りが立派過ぎて素人が作ったクオリティではないです。生徒600人が避難できたらそうで、トイレや調理場もあります。駐車場あり、見学無料、ボランティアの方が解説してくれます。

(Translated by Google) We visited Mukyudo During World War II, it was dug as an air raid shelter for the former Miyamura National School, mainly by junior high school students at the time, until the end of the war The boys dug with pickaxes, the girls shaped the materials, and the younger students were in charge of carrying them out (from the pamphlet) When you touch the walls of Mukyudo, they feel as hard as concrete The ceiling is high and it is wide, so many students can take refuge there It is not just a place to take refuge, but also has a podium, a document room, and a food room for academic purposes In addition, it has a stove for cooking, a kitchen sink, and even a toilet, so many students and teachers can live and study there for long periods of time I have never seen an air raid shelter like this. Moreover, Mukyudo was dug voluntarily by the school, not under orders from the government or the military. No tools such as dynamite were used, and it was all carved by hand. It gives a sense of the harshness of the time, and I felt that it was a relic that conveyed a strong will to not let the precious lives and education of children be cut short by war. If you're in the area, I'd definitely recommend stopping by. (Original) 無窮洞（むきゅうどう）に伺いました 第二次世界大戦中に、旧宮村国民学校の防空壕として、当時の中学生の生徒たちを中心に、終戦まで掘られています 男子がツルハシなどで掘り、女子が整形を、下級生が運び出しを担当しました（パンフレットより） 無窮洞の壁面を触ると、コンクリートの様な硬さです 天井は高く、横幅も広く、多くの学生が避難できる様になっています 単に避難するだけではなく、学問の為の教壇や書類室、食糧室があります 更に、調理する為のかまどや調理流台、便所まであり、多くの生徒や先生が長期間にわたり、生活や学問ができる様になっています ここまでの防空壕は見たことがありません。しかも、政府や軍からの指示からでは無く、自発的に学校で掘られた無窮洞 ダイナマイトなどの工具は使用できず、全て手彫りされています 当時の過酷さを感じられると共に、宝である子供の命と教育を、戦争によって途絶えさせてはならない…という強い意志を感じられる遺構だと感じました 近くに来られたら、是非立ち寄って頂きたいです

(Translated by Google) The underground classroom (air-raid shelter) of the former Miyamura National School was dug continuously from 1943 (Showa 18) during World War II until the end of the war (August 15, 1945). It was apparently dug by junior high school students under the guidance of teachers. Tuff is said to be easy to process, so I wonder what the students of that time were thinking as they wielded pickaxes and hoes... Ingenuity was seen everywhere, taking into consideration drainage and the disposal of water that had fallen down the walls. It pains me to think of the young students who must have unquestioningly accepted the many glorious reports of war success and worked enthusiastically. During an air raid, about 600 students were temporarily evacuated, but they suffered from oxygen deprivation and so a farm tool, a wind fan (winnower), was used to blow air in from the entrance. *Unlike rock-carved Buddhas, the tuff carvings made me feel a sense of emptiness when I saw the traces of chisels and pickaxes. (Original) 第2次世界大戦中の1943(昭和18)年～終戦の日(1945/8/15)まで⛏️掘り続けられた旧宮村国民学校地下教室(防空壕) 教師の指導で掘ったのは中学生だそうです 加工が容易とされる凝灰岩だが当時の学生達はどのような思いでツルハシや鍬を振るったのだろうか…排水や壁を伝う落水の処理にも配慮した創意工夫があちらこちらに見受けられました 華々しい戦果報道の数々を疑うこと無く受け入れ意気揚々と作業に邁進していたであろうまだ幼い学生達の事を思うと胸が痛みました 空襲時 約600人の生徒が一時避難した時 酸欠状態になり農具の風扇車(唐箕)で入口から送風したとの事 ※凝灰岩の細工 磨崖仏とは違い ノミやツルハシの跡を見ると 虚しさを感じました

(Translated by Google) 2024.12.14 Visit The facility is also a World Heritage Site. Please note that photography is not allowed inside the temple ⚠️ Admission is free and you can see a lot of things about the church⛪️ when you go inside, but it might be easier to understand if you are familiar with the church. (Original) 2024.12.14 訪問 世界遺産にもなっている施設で 堂内は撮影不可📸ですのでご注意を⚠️ 入場料は無料で中に入ると教会⛪️の色々なものが見れますが、詳しい方がいるとより分かるかもです。

(Translated by Google) Since photography is not allowed inside the hall, I took a photo of the poster inside the welcome house. We recommend that you purchase the church's stamp at the Welcome House. I made a reservation in advance, but it seems that some people are free to come in on the day. The inside of the hall has a very quiet and relaxing atmosphere. Although it is difficult to access Kuroshima, it is worth a visit. (Original) 堂内は撮影不可の為、ウェルカムハウス内のポスターの写真を撮影しました。教会の御朱印がウェルカムハウスで購入できるのでオススメです。事前予約をしましたが、当日でも自由に入られてる方もいるそうです。堂内はとても静かで落ち着く雰囲気です。黒島へのアクセスは大変ですが、一見の価値あります。

(Translated by Google) A Catholic church in Kuroshima, Sasebo City. This is a representative church in the village of Kuroshima, which is a component part of the World Heritage Site of Hidden Christians in the Nagasaki and Amakusa Regions. When the Hirado Domain, which ruled Kuroshima during the Edo period when Christianity was banned, closed the ranches on the island and recruited settlers to cultivate the fields, the hidden Christians of the Omura Domain all migrated to Kuroshima. At that time, many hidden Christians migrated to remote islands to escape oppression as much as possible. As they secretly continued their faith for generations as parishioners of shrines and temples, at the end of the Edo period, believers were discovered at Oura Cathedral, and two months later, islanders from Kuroshima began to come forward one after another to confess that they were believers. When Christianity was lifted in the Meiji period, about 600 islanders were baptized, and even today about 80% of the islanders are Catholics. My main destination on this Kyushu trip was Kuroshima. Kuroshima Cathedral was founded by Father Marman, who was appointed to Kuroshima during the Meiji Period. The Romanesque style church made of bricks is beautiful from the outside. The bricks were originally fired on the island, but later, large quantities of bricks were brought in from outside the island and transported by hand to the planned construction site by the islanders. I rented an electric bicycle, but even so, the climb from the port to the church was so steep that my legs were exhausted. I can imagine the hardships of the people who transported the bricks at the time, but at the same time, I think they must have been so happy to be able to practice their faith so freely that they went to such lengths. The interior is also wonderful, with the sanctuary covered in Arita ware tiles, and the wood grain of the ceiling is not natural but hand-carved to make it look as luxurious as possible. The rose stained glass is particularly famous. It is also depicted on Kuroshima souvenirs. The sight of the stained glass colors reflected in the sunshine inside the church was very fantastic. Even now, the island's believers hold masses and funerals in this cathedral, so please be careful not to cause any trouble to the locals. Kuroshima Cathedral has been depicted in many movies, manga, anime, and more. Last year, it appeared in the anime movie "Kimi no Iro" directed by Yamada Naoko. The interior of the school chapel where the main character Totsuko often prayed was modeled after the cathedral, and it also features impressive stained glass. Many fans make pilgrimages to the holy sites of the work, and this time I was one of them. At the Welcome House on Kuroshima, in addition to Kuroshima Shrine and Kozenji Temple, you can also get pre-written goshuin stamps from Kuroshima Cathedral. There are also seasonal goshuin stamps. You might wonder if it's okay to have goshuin stamps at a church, but Godalmighty is the answer (lol). Kuroshima also sells original goshuin stamp books, so if you're a fan of goshuin stamps, please come to Kuroshima. (Original) 佐世保市黒島にあるカトリック教会。 世界遺産長崎と天草地方の潜伏キリシタン関連遺産の構成遺産である黒島の集落の代表的な教会です。 禁教令が出されていた江戸時代に黒島を治めていた平戸藩が島の牧場を廃止し田園を開墾するために入植者を募ると大村藩の隠れキリシタン達が挙って黒島へ移住しました。当時は弾圧を少しでも逃れるため離島に移住する隠れキリシタンが多くいました。神社の氏子やお寺の檀家として代々信仰を密かに受け継ぐ中で、幕末に大浦天主堂で信徒発見がなされると、その2ヶ月後には黒島から信徒であることを打ち明ける島民が次々と現れました。明治になりキリスト教が解禁されると島民約600名が洗礼を受け現在でも島民の約8割がカトリック教徒の方々です。 私の今回の九州旅行最大の目的地がこの黒島でした。黒島天主堂は明治時代に黒島に着任したマルマン神父の元で始まりました。レンガ造りのロマネスク様式の教会は外観からして美しい。このレンガは最初島で焼いていましたが後から大量のレンガを島外から持ち込み島の人々が手作業で建設予定地まで運んできたものです。私は電動自転車をレンタルして来ましたがそれでも脚がパンパンになるほど港から教会までの坂道はキツイです。当時レンガを運んだ人々の苦労が偲ばれますが同時にそこまでするほど自由に信仰が出来ることが嬉しかったんだと思います。内装もとても素晴らしく内陣には有田焼のタイルが敷き詰められ天井の木目は自然の物ではなく少しでも豪華に見せるため手作業で彫られたものです。特に有名なのが薔薇のステンドグラス。黒島のお土産品にも描かれています。太陽の光でステンドグラスの色が聖堂内に映し出される光景はとても幻想的でした。現在もこの天主堂では島の信者の方々がミサや御葬式を行っているので地元の方に御迷惑を掛けないようご注意下さい。 黒島天主堂は様々な映画やマンガ、アニメ等にも描かれています。昨年だと山田尚子監督のアニメ映画「きみの色」に登場しています。主人公トツ子が度々御祈りをしていた学校の聖堂の内装は天主堂がモデルになっていてこちらもステンドグラスが印象的な描かれ方をしています。作品の聖地巡礼で訪れるファンも多く今回私もその一人となりました。 黒島のウェルカムハウスでは黒嶋神社と興禅寺に加えてなんとこちらの黒島天主堂の書き置き御朱印を頂くことが出来ます。季節限定御朱印等もあるようです。教会なのに御朱印はありなのかと思ってしまいますがそこはGodalmightyということで（笑）黒島オリジナルの御朱印帳も販売していますので御朱印好きの方は是非黒島に来てください。

(Translated by Google) If you wish to tour the interior, you must make a reservation two days in advance. As I didn't make a reservation, I was only able to see the exterior. I don't know anything about religious values, but I was told that it is a very impressive structure, and that the three-story brick structure is very rare. The back side is also dome-shaped. It is a symbolic building of Kuroshima, and it is amazing that something so magnificent could be built on such a small island. (Original) 内部の見学を希望する場合は2日前から予約する必要があります。予約しなかった私は外部のみ見学させて頂きました。 私に宗教的価値観は分かりませんが、非常に立派な構造をしており、レンガ造の3層構造は大変珍しいとのことでした。裏側もドーム状を形成しています。 黒島の象徴的建物ですが、小さな島にこれほど立派なものを作り上げるとは驚きです。

(Translated by Google) The cathedral stands out against the blue sky. I visited in mid-December 2023 on Sasebo Quest. It was my first time on Kuroshima, I was at the mercy of quite a steep slope (lol) By renting an electric bicycle, Even though it's supposed to be electric, it's just as tiring as pedaling up a hill on a regular bicycle. It was only downhill near the cathedral, but it was always uphill. It's a steep slope whether you go clockwise or counterclockwise, Instead of going around the cathedral first, I think there will be more downhills if you take the route starting from the temple. (Well, the slope up to the temple is just as ridiculous.) If you have your own bike or bike, it might be a good idea to bring it with you. There are also rental scooters with seats attached to them (as electric bikes). According to the person who rented it, it doesn't climb hills (sweat). There were some people riding buggies, You might be able to rent it somewhere if you look for it, but I couldn't find it through the Kuroshima introduction. Photography is prohibited inside the cathedral, so I wasn't able to take any pictures. Things like crushing riverbeds and putting them in small bottles, There were free souvenirs inside, including a rainbow-colored cell phone strap. I donated 100 yen and took it home. Inside, you can go all the way to the back, which is rare. For the first time, I went near the altar of a church. The stained glass was also beautiful. I wanted to take a photo! ! I thought it was used on a daily basis, There were scriptures, prayer beads, etc. stored in the table area of ​​the seat. I got the impression that the church was cherished by the residents. It has the atmosphere of a living church that is part of everyday life, not just for tourism. If you want to feel such an atmosphere, please visit. (Original) 青空に映える天主堂。 サセボクエストで、2023年の12月半ばに訪れました。 黒島は初めてでしたが、 かなりの急坂に翻弄されました（笑） 電動チャリを借りての移動で、 電動のはずなのに、普通に自転車で坂を漕いでるのと同じしんどさ。 天主堂近辺のみ下り坂でしたが、常に登ってました。 右回り左回りどちらにしても急坂ですが、 天主堂を先に回るルートではなく、 寺の方から回るルートを取った方が下り坂が多めになると思います…。 (まぁ、寺までが同じくらいとんでもない坂ですが) 自前のバイクや原チャがあれば、持ち込んだ方が良さそうです。 レンタルでキックボードに座席がついたようなもの(一応電動バイクとしてある)もありますが、 借りた人によると、坂道登らないとか(汗) バギーに乗っていってる人もいたので、 探せばどこかでレンタルできるのかもしれませんが、黒島紹介の方では見つけきれませんでした。 天主堂の中は撮影禁止なので、撮れませんでしたが、 河原を砕いて小瓶に入れたものや、 虹色の携帯ストラップなどの無料記念品が中に置いてありました。 100円寄付して持ち帰らせてもらいました。 中は、珍しく奥の方まで入る事ができるため、 初めて教会の祭壇近くまで行きました。 ステンドグラスも綺麗でした。 写真撮りたかった！！ 日常的に使われてるなぁ、と思ったのが、 座席の卓部分に聖典や数珠などがしまってあったこと。 住民の方にも大切にされている教会という印象でした。 観光用ではなく、生活の中にある生きた教会という雰囲気があるので、 そんな雰囲気を感じたい人は是非訪れてみてください。

(Translated by Google) Since it has been registered as a World Heritage Site, there are many tourists from far away. Although it is still a tourist destination The church built by descendants of hidden Christians and the majestic wooden cathedral are worth a visit. Are there goats grazing near the church? It was done. (Original) 世界遺産に登録されたので遠方の方の観光もちらほらおられました。 観光地としてはまだまだですが 隠れキリスタンの子孫による教会と木造の荘厳な天主堂は一見の価値あり。 教会の近くにヤギも放牧？されてました。

(Translated by Google) ◆I think the biggest goal for travelers planning to visit Kuroshima is to visit Kuroshima Cathedral. ◆We rented a bicycle with an electric assist device at the tourist information center at the port and headed for Kuroshima Cathedral. There are a lot of steep hills, so it would be quite difficult to get there on a normal bicycle. I think walking is also difficult. ◆If you go by electric bicycle, you will arrive in less than 20 minutes. If you apply for a tour in advance, you can also tour the inside of the cathedral. ◆The church, which is said to have been completed in 1902, was handmade by the priest and islanders of the time. ◆The tiles covering the altar floor are made of Arita porcelain, and are said to have been fired based on the priest's designs. Approximately 1,000 tiles are said to have been used here, but the same tiles were also used for the flooring of the Sumikosha building in Nagasaki City (which no longer exists) and the Kinparo hot springs in Kumamoto Prefecture. It is. ◆It was a 50-minute boat trip from Ainoura Port, and the weather was nice and the view of the sea was wonderful. ◆At the entrance to the cathedral, there are bookmarks made by children on the island as souvenirs for visitors. (Original) ◆黒島を訪問しようとする旅行者にとって、最大の目的は、この黒島天主堂の訪問だと思います。 ◆港の観光案内所で、電動支援装置つき自転車を借り、黒島天主堂を目指しました。急な坂道ばかりなので、普通の自転車だと行きは、かなりきついので。徒歩もきついと思います。 ◆電動支援自転車で、ゆくと、２０分足らずで到着します。事前に見学を申し込んでおけば、天主堂内部も参観できます。 ◆明治35年（1902年）に完成したとされる聖堂は、当時の神父と島民の手づくりです。 ◆祭壇の床に敷き詰められているタイルは、有田焼の磁器で、神父の図案をもとに焼成したそうです。ここでは約１０００枚ほど使われているそうですが、同じタイルは長崎市にあった「炭坑社」の床（現存せず）や熊本県内の湯の鶴温泉「金波楼」の床にも使われています。 ◆相浦港から５０分の船旅でしたが、天気もよく海上の眺めも素晴らしかったです。 ◆天主堂の入口には、島の子供たちが作った栞（しおり）が、来訪者へのお土産として置いてあり、いただいて来ました。

I think its one of the best shrines in Sasebo

Amazing ancient shrine design..the solemnity of the place will give you peace of mind and hato or doves will be the first to greet you.

Wonderfully peaceful location in the middle of town. Very relaxing place to reflect.

Utterly beautiful, I visit it every few weeks to pray to Hachiman.

Great place. Easy access and good amount of parking.

Beautiful.

(Translated by Google) Kameyama Hachiman Shrine in Sasebo City is a place of many memories for me, having visited many times since I was a child. As a child, I would visit with family and friends during festival season, feeding the pigeons in the grounds and enjoying the food stalls. I still vividly remember the lively and warm atmosphere of those days. Revisiting it again as an adult, I felt a sense of nostalgia and a rush of memories. 🥺 The grounds are well-maintained, and the place remains as peaceful and calming as ever. 😌 While this shrine exudes a long history, it also exudes a warmth and kindness that is close to the local people. It's a place that I'll definitely want to stop by whenever I visit home. It's like a spiritual home. ✨ (Original) 佐世保市にある亀山八幡宮は、小さい頃から何度も訪れている思い出の場所です。 子どもの頃はお祭りの時期になると家族や友達と訪れ、境内で鳩に餌をあげたり、屋台を楽しんだりしていました。 あの頃の賑やかで温かい雰囲気を今でもよく覚えています。 久しぶりに大人になってから訪れると、懐かしさと同時に当時の思い出が一気に蘇り、感慨深い気持ちになりました🥺 境内はきちんと整備されており、昔と変わらず穏やかで落ち着く場所です😌 長い歴史を感じさせる神社でありながら、どこか地元の人々に寄り添った優しさを感じる空間。 これからも帰省の際には必ず立ち寄りたい、心のふるさとのような場所です✨

(Translated by Google) This was my first visit to the Mikawachiyaki Museum, and it was a very satisfying experience! All exhibits are free, and the precious Hirado ware is carefully introduced, which is wonderful. I think it's a valuable spot where you can casually appreciate rare works. The museum has a spacious exhibition space, and there are detailed explanations for each piece. It's easy to understand even if you don't have any knowledge. The delicate patterns of the Hirado ware in particular were worth seeing, and were so beautiful that I wanted to take pictures of them. It's easy to access, and the environment is well-equipped with parking, benches, and parking for the disabled, so I think even elderly people and those with small children can visit with peace of mind. (Original) 三河内焼美術館に初めて訪問しましたが、とても満足できる体験でした！ 展示はすべて無料で、貴重な平戸焼も丁寧に紹介されている点が素晴らしいです。希少な作品群を気軽に鑑賞できる貴重なスポットだと思います。 館内はゆったりとした展示スペースで、作品ごとに解説も充実。知識がなくても親しみやすい構成になっていました。特に平戸焼の繊細な模様は見応えがあり、写真に収めたくなるほど美しかったです。 アクセスも良く、駐車場やベンチ、身障者用の駐車場など環境面も整っているので、ご年配の方や小さなお子さん連れでも安心して訪れられると思います。

Cute museum. I went with a tour and enjoyed the museum and the rural area. Interesting to see the history of pottery and porcelain.

(Translated by Google) You can see the history of Mikawachi ware and the pottery of current master craftsmen for free. If you are interested in pottery, this is the place to stop by. First visit in December 2023 ■Access: Easy along National Route 34! The parking lot is also spacious! ■Facilities: Clean!　I'm going to go up some stairs. It is OK to take photos of the exhibits. ■Exhibits: The booth is divided into two parts: “① Modern pottery exhibition” and “② History of Mikawachi ware.” ①Many of the modern pottery exhibits are expensive or elaborately beautiful. Among them, the large plate of 400 Karako dishes near the entrance stands out. ②The history of Mikawachi ware consists of many pieces of pottery, antiques, and explanatory texts. ■Others: Admission is free, so it's recommended for tourists when they're in the area. There is also a pottery sales corner. In addition, there are shops selling "Sasebo Burger", "Sasebo souvenirs", "Fruits and vegetables", etc. within walking distance. (Original) 三川内焼の「歴史」と「現在の名工の陶器」が無料で見れる。 陶器に興味があれば立ち寄りたい場所です。 2023年12月初訪問 ■アクセス：国道34号線沿いで簡単！　駐車場も広い！ ■施設：きれい！　階段をちょっと登ります。展示品は写真撮影OKとの事。 ■展示物：ブースが2つに分かれており「①現代の窯元展示」と「②三川内焼の歴史」 ①現代の窯元展示は高価な物や、手の込んだ綺麗ものが多い。中でも入口付近の400人唐子の大皿は目立つ ②三川内焼の歴史は「陶器の欠片」や「骨とう品」「説明文」が多い ■その他：入場料無料なので近所に来た際なのでは観光客におすすめです。 陶器の販売コーナーもあります。 また、徒歩圏内に「佐世保バーガー」や「佐世保のお土産」「青果」等販売があります。

(Translated by Google) I visited during my summer vacation to try out Mikawachi ware painting. The exhibits clearly explained the difference between pottery and porcelain, as well as the progress of Mikawachi ware techniques. There were also many works by modern potters on display, some of which were available for purchase, so I was able to take my time to appreciate them. The capsule machines near the entrance to the exhibition room make a great souvenir (each capsule contains a numbered tag, which can be exchanged for plates and other items at the reception). (Original) 夏休みの三川内焼の絵付け体験の際に訪れました。陶器と磁器の違い、三川内焼の技術の進歩などが分かりやすく展示されています。現代の窯元さんの作品もたくさん展示されていて購入できるものもありじっくりと鑑賞できました。展示室の入り口付近にあるガチャガチャは良い記念になると思います(カプセルには番号札が入っており受付で皿などと交換してもらえる)。

(Translated by Google) This public art museum is about 15 minutes from my house. It's free to enter, but even though there was a reception desk, I was turned away when I called out to them. Maybe it's because there's no charge and they don't mind, but it's still disappointing. The exhibits are divided into two sections: one featuring vessels from the Edo period, and one featuring modern Mikawachi ware potteries displayed by each pottery manufacturer. In particular, the modern pieces don't feature transfers, and each pottery manufacturer displays intricate hand-painted and intricately crafted vessels. If you're going to a pottery market, it might be a good idea to look up the characteristics of the pottery manufacturer you're interested in beforehand and then head to the pottery you want to visit. Maybe because it was a weekday afternoon, I had the large parking lot all to myself. (Original) 自宅より15分程度で行ける公営の美術館。 無料ですが受付があったにもかかわらず、声をかけてもするーされてしまいました。有料でないから気にかけないのかもしれませんが残念な気持ちになります。 展示は江戸時代からの器などと現代の三川内焼きの窯元ごとに展示されている二つに分かれています。 特に現代のものは転写などはなく窯元ごとに手描きや細工物など精緻な器が展示され、もし窯元市などに行くときは事前に特徴など見てお目当ての窯元に行くのもいいかなぁと思いました。 平日の午後だったからでしょうか広い駐車場独り占め状態でした。

(Translated by Google) The Mikawachi Pottery Museum is located near Mikawachi Station on the JR Sasebo Line. I'd always seen it when I went shopping in the Sasebo area, and it had always piqued my interest, so I finally decided to take a look. The interior of the building is divided into two sections: the right side, housing masterpieces from the Edo, Meiji, Taisho, and Showa periods, and the left side, housing the Traditional Industry Hall, showcasing representative works from current potteries. I started my tour with the museum. The history of Mikawachi ware is explained as follows: "It's a pottery style that emerged in the Mikawachi region of the former Hirado domain in the late 16th century. It began with Karatsu pottery, then was influenced by Arita. Meanwhile, Nakano ware, said to have been founded by Korean potters brought over during the Korean War, moved to Mikawachi, and by the 18th century, the delicate and elegant white porcelain with blue and white porcelain was perfected." I was shown the works from each period in order, but I was surprised to find that those guys weren't featured. Among the works lined up from oldest to newest, the Karako characters, the representative characters of Mikawachi ware (I know that's a bit rude to say, but I think they play an iconic role in representing Mikawachi ware), rarely appeared. After being shown works from the Showa era, the Karako characters finally made an appearance in the "Blue and White Water Jar with Five Karako Design (Late Edo Period)," which was on display before we moved to the Traditional Industry Hall next door. (There was no indication that photography was prohibited, but as this is a work of art, I refrain from showing it here.) Most art museums rotate their exhibits regularly, but on the day I visited, this was the only piece featuring a Karako character in the museum. At restaurants that specialize in Japanese cuisine and set meals, tea is often served in a Karako teacup. I thought of Karako as an icon that immediately identified Mikawachi ware, so I was surprised to learn that they weren't a representative design of Mikawachi ware historically. This was reflected again when I was later shown the Traditional Industry Hall, where works by current potters were lined up. At the entrance to the Traditional Industry Hall, a large plate was on display. It was produced with the cooperation of the Nagasaki Prefectural Ceramics Technology Center to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the opening of Mikawachi ware kilns. The plate was densely and densely covered with a pattern of Chinese dwarf eaves. From afar, it seemed like a geometric or arabesque pattern, but upon closer inspection, it was fascinating to watch each of the Chinese dwarf eaves moving about. We were shown works by current potters in turn. There was a wide variety of potters, from those specializing in traditional designs to those working on modern tableware and elaborate crafts. Among them, one potter exhibited a work that reconstructed Chinese dwarf eaves with a modern design, and this piece, which successfully incorporated tradition, caught my eye. For me, the image of Mikawachi ware was firmly established as being synonymous with Chinese dwarf eaves, but after visiting the art museum and the Traditional Industry Hall, I was reminded of the depth of Mikawachi ware. (Original) JR佐世保線三河内駅の近くに「三川内焼美術館」があります。佐世保方面に買い物などで出かける時にいつも見ていて気になっていましたので、今回ようやく見学させていただくことにしました。 建物内部は大きく左右に分かれていて、玄関から向かって右は「江戸、明治、大正、昭和の各時代の名品が並ぶ美術館」、左は「現在の窯元の代表作品が集められた伝統産業会館」となっていました。最初は美術館の方から見学させていただきました。 三川内焼の歴史は、「旧平戸藩領の三川内地方で１６世紀１６世紀末に起こった焼き物で、初期は唐津の陶器に始まり、次いて有田の影響を受けながら、一方では朝鮮の役で連れて来られた朝鮮陶工が開いたと伝える中野焼の陶工が三川内に移動して、１８世紀には繊細優美な白磁染付け三川内焼の完成期を迎えます」とのことでした。 各時代の作品を順路に沿って見せていただいたのですが、「あれっ、あの子たちが出てこない」と不思議になりました。古い方から順に並んだ作品の中に、三川内焼を代表するキャラクターの（という言い方はちょっと失礼かと思いますが、三川内焼を示すアイコン的な役割は担っていると思います）唐子くんたちがなかなか現れないのです。 順番に昭和時代の作品まで見せていただき、隣の伝統産業会館へ移動する手前に展示されたていた「染付五人唐子文水指（江戸後期）」の中にようやく唐子くんたちが登場するのでした（写真撮影禁止の指示はありませんでしたが、美術品ですのでここでの公開は遠慮させてください）。多くの美術館で展示品は定期的に入れ替えされると思いますが、私が見学させていただいた日については、美術館の中に唐子が描かれた作品はこの一点だけでした。 和食や定食を主とされているお店では、しばしば唐子の湯飲みでお茶をだ出していただくことがあります。唐子は「あっ、三川内焼だ」というアイコンになっていると思っているのでですが、歴史的には三川内焼を代表する意匠ではなかったということは意外でした。このことは、このあと、現在の窯元さんの作品が並んだ伝統産業会館を見せていただいたときも感じました。 伝統産業会館に入る入口には、大皿が展示されていました。三川内焼の開窯４００年を記念して長崎県窯業技術センターさんの協力で制作されたとのことです。大皿に隙間なくびっしりと唐子くんたちが描かれていたのでした。遠くから見ると「幾何学模様なのか、唐草模様なのか」という印象でしたが、近くに寄ってみて、唐子くん一人一人が様々な動きをしているのを楽しく見せていただきました。 現在の窯元さんの作品も順に見せていただきました。伝統的な絵柄を得意とされている窯元さんもあればモダンな食器に取り組まれている窯元さん、大変手の込んだ工芸品を得意とされている窯元さんなどさまざまでした。そんな中で、一軒の窯元さんが唐子を現代的なデザインで再構成された作品を展示されていて、伝統をうまく取り入れた作品が目を引きました。 自分の中では「三川内焼といえば唐子」というイメージがすっかり定着してしまっていたのですが、美術館と伝統産業会館を見学させていただき、三川内焼の奥の深さを改めて感じました。

(Translated by Google) Mikawachi ware is designated as a traditional craft by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, but it is less well known than Arita, Imari, and Hasami ware, which has been revived in recent years. You can understand its value by learning its history and looking at the potter's representative works. It seems more expensive than Arita ware or Hasami ware. I visited on a Saturday afternoon, and I was the only visitor. You can also purchase the works on display. I actually wanted to tour the potteries, but I didn't have enough time, so I bought a small plate here. (Original) 経産省の伝統工芸品に指定される三川内焼ですが、有田や伊万里、近年再興している波佐見焼と比較すると知名度に欠ける状況だと思います。ここで歴史を学び、窯元の代表的な作品を見るとその価値を感じることができます。有田焼や波佐見焼と比較すると高価なように感じました。土曜日の午後に訪問しましたが、来場者は自分一人だけでした。展示してある作品も購入することが可能です。本当は窯元巡りをしたかったのですが、時間の余裕がなくこちらで豆皿を購入しました。

We went there on a Monday and all the buildings were closed. It wasn't a major site like some of the temples we have been to. Taxi there and back. Some cruise people walked here from the bus station.

Pray for success by walking through the stone ring and hanging the ema on the board. Check out the statues around the stoned mountain area. Goshuin stamp available, ring the bell if no one is attending.

There is parking available and it is a hidden oasis in the middle of a busy city. There is also a mini-trail that leads to a small playground a top the hill.

Cool place to go and pray

(Translated by Google) When I searched on Google, I was directed to take a mountain path 😅 After getting quite lost, I finally arrived, but it took me a while 💦 However, after visiting the shrine, I realized that the geography is such that if you come from the front, there will be no problem. It was a strange environment 😑 I wonder why they didn't guide me from the front 🥲 The precincts use the natural rock surface as it is, and there are Jizo statues here and there. but. The goshuin was written directly on the goshuin book🙏 (Original) Googleで検索したら山道を進むように案内される😅かなり迷った挙句、ちゃんとたどり着きましたが時間を要しましたね💦が、参拝した後に気づきましたが、正面から来たらなんら問題ないような地理的環境でした😑何で正面から案内してくれなかったんだろ🥲 境内は自然の岩肌をそのまま使用し、あちらこちらにお地蔵さん？が。 御朱印は直接御朱印帳に書いてもらえました🙏

(Translated by Google) I stopped by on my way to see the 500 Arhats. When I came here previously to ring the bell on New Year's Eve, it was dark and I couldn't see very well, but I noticed that there are many Kannon and Jizo statues enshrined around the area. I was surprised to see that there are also statues enshrined all the way up the cliff next to the hall. The stone-carved stairs are too small and have no handrails, so I didn't climb them. I forgot my goshuin book so I didn't get one, but you can get goshuin here too. People who do get them seem to take quite a while after requesting them at the shrine office. They also have votive plaques, fortune slips, and amulets. The parking lot is located past the torii gate ⛩️ that can be seen from the national highway (prefectural road?), if you cross the footpath and enter. It can accommodate a considerable number of cars, so you should be able to park without any problems normally. (Original) 五百羅漢を見にきたついでに。 以前、除夜の鐘をつきに来た時は夜でよく見えなかったが、 周りに沢山の観音様やお地蔵様が祀ってあることに気づいた。 お堂の横も、崖の上まで祀られてあって驚く。 石を掘った階段は小さすぎて、手摺もないので流石に登らなかった。 御朱印帳を忘れたのでもらわなかったが、御朱印も貰える。 貰っている人たちは、社務所に頼んでから、かなり時間がかかっていたようだった。 絵馬やお神籤、お守りなどもある。 駐車場は、国道(県道？)から見える鳥居⛩️の所を、歩道を乗り越して入っていった先にある。 かなりの台数が停められるので、普段は問題なく駐車できるだろう。

(Translated by Google) It is said that in the third year of the Wadō era (710 AD) during the reign of Emperor Genmei, the renowned monk Gyoki visited the sacred grounds of Mt. Fukuishi during a pilgrimage around the country, admired the site, and briefly took refuge there. During this time, he happened upon a shining, spiritually glowing piece of wood in the sea off Higashinoura, from which he carved three Buddhist statues. These are known as Gyoki's "One Cutter, Three Spirits," and one of them, the "Eleven-Headed Kannon Bodhisattva," was enshrined in this cave. This marked the beginning of Fukuishi Kannon, and the inner hall where the principal image is enshrined is called Gyoki Rock. Around the Enryaku and Daido periods (around 805 AD), Kobo Daishi (Kukai) came to Japan to relive the traces of Gyoki's pilgrimage. He built Seigan-ji Temple next to the main hall to help people, and enshrined 500 arhats in the cave behind Mt. Fukuishi. Since then, it has been counted as one of the Seven Kannon of Kyushu, and has been revered as a sacred place of worship for many people, leaving behind various Buddhist sites. During the time of the former Hirado domain, it was designated one of the Eight Views of Hirado, and after it became a naval port for the Imperial Japanese Navy, it was listed as one of Sasebo's most famous places, leaving behind many historical traces. The 46,000 Days Festival, held every year from August 8th to 10th, has long been the most popular summer festival in the area. It is popular with worshippers who believe that if you visit during this period, one day's visit will bring you the same blessings as visiting for 46,000 days. (Original) 元明天皇の和銅三年（西暦710年）名僧行基（ぎょうき）が諸国行脚の途中、福石山の霊境を訪ねて嘆賞し、しばしの間草庵を結んだと伝わっております。 この時たまたま東乃浦の海に霊光を放つ仏木を発見して、これで三体の仏像を刻んだとのことです。 世に言う、行基一刀三霊の作で、その中の「十一面観世音菩薩像」をここの岩窟に安置しました。これが福石観音の始まりで、ご本尊を安置してある内殿を、行基岩と呼んでおります。 延暦、大同のころ（西暦805年頃）、弘法大師（空海）が行基菩薩行脚の跡を慕って来錫し、諸人救済の為御堂の傍らに清岩寺を建て、福石山の裏手にある岩窟に五百羅漢を安置しました。 以来、九州七観音のひとつに数えられ、諸人信仰の霊地と仰がれて色々な仏跡を残し、また旧平戸藩時代には平戸八景のひとつに、大日本帝国海軍の軍港になってからは佐世保名所の随一にあげられて、さまざまな歴史の跡が刻まれました。 毎年八月八日から十日に行われる「四万六千日祭」は、昔から近郷第一の夏祭りとして賑わっています。この期間中にお参りすると、一日参れば四万六千日参ったのと同じ御利益が授かると参拝客の人気を集めています。

Great view from the park.

Very good info. Somewhat small

Well-maintained museum and nice docent.

Quite moving, very informative

(Translated by Google) It is one of the various repatriation sites that existed after the Pacific War. The in-house video shows you what procedures to follow to enter Japan. There were also exhibits about demobilization ships and document procedures. In old videos, you see very skinny veterans, but this video shows a muscular soldier (?). I guess the food situation differed depending on where you were posted. It seems that it was also difficult for the women to be repatriated. There is a lot of information that is painful to know. I guess this is what it's like to participate in a war and lose a war...it's painful. This facility is about 50 years old. If possible, maybe it would be a good idea to renew the exhibit with more detailed explanations? ...I think so. If you are interested in this, you might also want to visit the ``Manchurian Peace Memorial Museum'' in Nagano Prefecture and the ``Port of Humanity Tsuruga Museum'' in Fukui Prefecture. (Original) 太平洋戦争後、各地にあった引揚げ場所の一つです。館内の動画で、どのような手続きで国内に入国したかわかります。 復員輸送艦のこととか書類上の手続きのことも展示されてました。 昔の映像とかでは、ガリガリに痩せた復員兵を見るのですが、こちらのビデオではムキムキの兵隊さん（？なのかな？）が写ってて。やはり赴任地次第で食糧事情が違ったんでしょうね。 女性の引揚げの方も大変だった様子。 知ってしまうと辛い情報も多いですね。 戦争に参加すること、戦争に負けることってこういう事なんでしょうけど…辛い。 約50年経った施設です。 出来れば…詳しい説明を加えた展示へとリニューアルしても良いのでは？…と思ったりします。 こちらに興味ある方は、長野県の「満蒙開拓平和記念館」や福井県の「人道の港 敦賀ムゼウム」も見学されると良いかも。

(Translated by Google) The video on the right side of the entrance explains the repatriation process and history, so it's a must-see. It's a small memorial museum, but I think it's packed with content. (Original) 入り口の右手にある映像で、引揚げの様子や歴史が分かり必見です。 小さい記念館ですが、内容が充実していると思います。

(Translated by Google) A historical museum that tells the history of Hariojima Uragashira Port, which accepted people repatriated from various places after the end of World War II. It was built on a small hill, and you can see the original pier. The museum exhibits artifacts, documents, and photographs from that time, allowing you to learn about what it was like back then. Through the tour, I once again felt the hardships of those days and reaffirmed the importance of peace. (Original) 第二次世界大戦終結後、各地から引き揚げた人々を受け入れた針尾島浦頭港の史実を伝える歴史資料館。小高い丘に建てられ、当時の桟橋を確認できます。資料館には当時の遺品や書類、写真などが展示され、当時の様子を伺い知ることが可能。見学を通じて改めて当時の労苦を感じ、平和の大切さを再確認した一日となりました。

(Translated by Google) As of 2018, it seems that bank protection construction is underway. Originally it was a beach with a sandy beach, Due to the loss of sand, it is no longer usable as a swimming beach. The landscape is changing little by little. (Original) 2018年現在、護岸工事をしているみたいです。 もともとは砂浜がある海水浴場でしたが、 砂の減少により、いまは海水浴場としては利用できません。 少しずつ風景が変わってきていますね。

(Translated by Google) A park on the way from Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort to Funakoshi Observatory As I walk briskly Sometimes I pass by locals Every time a cheerful voice says "Hello" A very warm and peaceful time passes by. (Original) 九十九島パールシーリゾートから船越展望所へ行く途中にあった公園 てくてく歩いてると 時々地元の方とすれ違い その度に「こんにちは」と明るい声 とても温かくのどかな時間が流れてます

(Translated by Google) It might be good for a short break. There are some interesting ornaments nearby. Why not try looking for it? (Original) 小休憩には良いかもです。近くに面白い置物が有ります。探してみてはいかがでしょうか?

(Translated by Google) nice park by the sea (Original) 海沿いの素敵な公園

(Translated by Google) usually (Original) 普通

Great place to pick up market items for gifts when stalls are set up. Home to a lovely art gallery with top floor dedicated to oldest pottery and artifacts of ancient man at our original man cave Senpukuji!

A lot of events happen in Sasebo, as well as farmers markets every week. This is the park that houses them, so if you want to experience the Japanese culture or get some fresh produce keep an eye on this area.

A nice place to chill and dine ... If u like to relax and dine and this is the place ur looking for.

Very fun park for the kids to play at while waiting for the bus.

Nice place,you would feel delighted if you visit this place,well organized spot.

Nice area with Christmas lights

Great

Wonderful

(Translated by Google) The closest parking lot is across a bridge that is so narrow that you wonder if it's okay to drive through here (about 5-6 spaces). This bridge is fine for light vehicles, but Alphard class vehicles will not be forced to pass, and there is sufficient parking space in front of the bridge or on the downhill side of the bridge, so it would be better to go there. You'll have to walk a bit, but it's better than rubbing it. You will be forced to choose between 250m and 210m to cross the red kamaboko-shaped bridge and reach Senryugataki. I was worried about this 40m difference, but the short distance was a climb with some rocky terrain that made the footing difficult. Recommended for people who are energetic and can enjoy it. The longer path is made up of well-paved, shallow steps and is ideal for people with babies or those with weak legs. It seems like they are merging in the middle, so both of them end up having a bit of a difficult footing. You can get close to the basin of the waterfall, but if you are afraid of the final descent, just looking at it from above may be enough. It's a beautiful place with greenery and moss. Let's go home after bathing in negative ions at this famous waterfall with a drop of over 20 meters (as the sign says)! The toilets are located in the plaza in front of the stairs. (Original) 最も近い駐車場は「ここ通っていいのか？」と思うほど狭い橋を渡った先にあります(5～6台程度)。この橋は軽なら問題ないですが、アルファード級の車は無理に通らず、橋の手前、又はその坂下側に十分な駐車スペースがありますのでそちらが良いでしょう。少し歩くことになりますが、擦ったりするよりマシです。 赤いかまぼこ型の橋を渡り潜竜ヶ滝まで“250ｍ”と“210ｍ”の2種選択を迫られます。この40mの差は何か悩みましたが、短い距離の道はやや足場の悪い岩場ありの登りです。元気な人は楽しめますのでオススメ。長いほうの道はしっかり舗装された浅い階段で構成されており、赤ちゃんを抱いた人や足腰が弱い方にはこちらが良いでしょう。途中合流するみたいで最終的にはどちらもやや足場が悪くなります。 滝壺まで近寄れますが、最後の下り道が怖い方は上から見るだけでも十分かと。緑と苔が綺麗なところです。落差20m余りの名瀑(と看板で言い切っている)、マイナスイオンを浴びて帰りましょう！ トイレは登階段の手前広場にあります。

(Translated by Google) Although it was a very hot day in August, there was a cool breeze blowing near the basin of the waterfall, making it comfortable. I climbed the stairs from the parking lot for about 10 minutes and was sweating, but I calmed down after sitting for a while and taking a break. (Original) 8月の猛暑日でしたが、滝壺の近くは涼しい風が吹いており快適でした。駐車場から10分近く階段を登り、汗ダクになりましたが、しばらく座って休憩すれば落ち着きます。

(Translated by Google) Visited on May 15, 2023. Although it is located deep in the mountains where not many people come, there was a steady flow of people, one group coming and one group leaving. From the parking lot, walk a little. I didn't remember it, but there is a temple (?) as well as a waterfall. The garden seemed to be well-maintained, and even during the season when grass tends to overgrow, the garden was carefully cleaned of weeds and fallen leaves, making it very beautiful. Vacuum cleaners were left visible inside the temple, buckets and gloves were hung to dry next to the path. It has a very rural, folk-like atmosphere, but I thought it had a nice flavor to it. Even though it's in a lonely place, it's a place that is loved by people. Also, unusually, there was a dog kept next to the shrine grounds. It's so quiet that you wouldn't notice it if it wasn't written down. Even if you look into it, you can almost enter the hut. However, the animal smell was a little strong here. It was a very quiet place. This year was so hot that there weren't many mosquitoes, but I thought it would be a good idea to use insect repellent in the summer. It's a waterfall and it's humid, so there's a lot of moss. It can be slippery, so be careful near the waterfall. (Original) 2023.5.15に訪問。 あまり、人が来ないような山奥にありますが、一組きては１組帰るという感じで、途切れずに人が来ていました。 駐車場から、少し歩きます。 記憶にはありませんでしたが、滝だけでなくお寺(?)があります。 手入れをよくされているようで、草が生い茂りやすい時期でも、しっかりと雑草や落ち葉の掃除などが行き届いていて、とても庭園が綺麗でした。 掃除機が、お堂の中の見える位置に放置してあったり、バケツと手袋が通り道の傍に干してあったり、 とても田舎の庶民的な雰囲気ですが、それがまた味があって良いなと思いました。 寂れたところにあっても、人に愛されている場所なんだな、と。 また、珍しく境内横にわんちゃんが飼われていました。 書いてなければ気づかないほど大人しいです。 覗いても小屋に入るくらい。 ただ、ここは獣臭はちょっと強かったです。 とても静かな場所でした。 今年は暑過ぎて蚊があまり居ない年でしたが、夏場は虫除けなどをして行った方が良さそうでした。 滝で湿気が多いので、苔が沢山あります。 滑りやすいので、滝のそばは気をつけて。

(Translated by Google) 2023/06/18 I visited for the first time. It's a very nice place✌️It's not a big waterfall, but it's a solid waterfall. When I looked at the rocks and basin of the waterfall, I felt like I saw some kind of face or living thing, and it was an enjoyable waterfall that expanded my imagination. For someone like me who doesn't get enough exercise on a daily basis, the various heights of the stairs made me tired😅 (Original) 2023/06/18　初めて伺いました。 とても良い所ですね✌️大きくはないけど、しっかりとした滝です。 岩や滝つぼを見ると何かの顔や生き物がいるような、想像を膨らましてくれるというか楽しめる滝でした。 日頃運動不足の私にとっては、階段の高さがいろいろあって疲れました😅

(Translated by Google) There are three waterfalls: Senryugataki Falls at the back, Nunobiki Falls and Fudo Falls in the foreground. Senryugataki Waterfall is said to be about 21m high. You can reach it by walking about 250m from the parking lot. (Original) 最奥にある潜竜ヶ滝、手前の布引の滝・不動の滝の3つの滝があります。 潜竜ヶ滝は高さ21m程あるそうです。 駐車場から250m程歩くと辿り着けます。

(Translated by Google) It's a relaxing place. They say a waterfall dragon lurks there, so try and see if you can see it. It's a place worth visiting. You'll be soaked in lots of negative ions and feel refreshed. ＼(^_^)／ (Original) 落ち着く場所です 滝竜が潜んでいるとのことですが、 見えるかどうか試してください。 行く価値ありの場所です。 マイナスイオンを多く浴びリフレッシュできます。＼(^_^)／

I love this park. It has a lot of spring fields for baseball, tennis, and soccer/lacrosse activities. It is set out for both American and Japanese nationals allowed to utilize the park. The MWR activities here are also very fun.

Very clean and beautiful, especially now. That it's Christmas time. There are lots of games and things for kids in the park.

Nice park for recreation, picnics, or friendly games among friends. Nimitz Park includes a kids playground, sand volleyball pit, tennis courts, softball field, football/soccer field, and the USO. The park is also shared with our host nation to strengthen the bonds between US and Japan so you’ll see a lot of locals as well.

Was stationed here for 6 years. Had many picnics here, events, and drunken walks through here back to base. What is lesser known is the upper area of the park by the restrooms is haunted. Ghost hunters have fun!

A great part to just get out of the house and go walking super safe super clean, large pavilions lots of area for kids to play highly recommend.

Nice park with lots of sports options. No signage at all. Only has signs saying Sasebo Park. Crazy. Very limited parking. Strange setup

Beautiful park, lots of sports activities and the scenery is amazing.

Really liked how quiet it was. There was a nice place to walk among the trees and a few nice outlooks. But the foot traffic was busy and made it difficult to play badminton or fly kites without running into others.

Great views and lovely walking trails.

Stunning view from the observation deck!

Excellent paronama view!

(Translated by Google) Located in Nagasaki, the Reimutake Observatory offers a breathtaking view of the Kujukushima Islands. From this height, the scattered islands shimmer like a string of pearls across the sea, creating a breathtaking spectacle. The view is stunning on clear days, and even more breathtaking at sunset. The clean environment, direct access to the observatory, and convenient parking make it a truly worthwhile visit. A 10-minute stop is plenty of time for photography alone. (Original) 冷水岳展望台位於長崎，是欣賞九十九島壯麗景色的絕佳地點。從高處望去，海面上散落的島嶼如珠串般閃耀，美得令人屏息。天氣好時視野極佳，夕陽時分更是夢幻。環境乾淨、車子可以直接開到展望台，停車方便，是非常值得一訪的景點。單純照相10分鐘的停留時間是足夠的。

(Translated by Google) Deep inside Reisui-dake Park, there's a place with a great view. It's the Reisui-dake Observatory. I walked there with an elderly person, and it took about 10-15 minutes of leisurely walking from the parking lot, climbing up slopes and stairs through the beautiful park. I later found out that you can also get to the observation deck by car. The road was well-maintained, so there was no need to worry. When we arrived at the observation deck, there were cranes painted on tiles. Nagasaki is a great place with so many great views. We climbed the stairs to the rooftop to get to the observation deck. The view was amazing! We enjoyed the 360-degree view at our leisure. There were large binoculars on the roof, the kind you often see at tourist spots where you insert a 100-yen coin to view. However, these binoculars were free. We enjoyed looking at distant islands and other sights. I highly recommend it. (Original) 冷水岳公園の奥にとっても良い景色をご覧になれる場所が有りました。冷水岳展望台です。高齢者を伴い歩きましたが、駐車場からゆっくり歩いて10〜15分くらいでしょうか、綺麗な公園の中を坂道や階段を登って行きます。後から知ったのですが、車で展望台まで行けるようですね。道は整備されており不安は有りませんでしたよ。展望台に着くとタイルでツルが描かれていました。長崎って良い景色を望める場所が多くて良いところですよね。展望台は階段を登り屋上へ。素晴らしい眺めでした！360度ゆっくりと楽しんできました。屋上には大きな双眼鏡が設置されていましたよ、観光地で良く見る100円入れて眺めるタイプ。でもでもこちらの双眼鏡は無料でした。遠くの島など眺めて来ました。お勧めです。

(Translated by Google) The view from the observation deck is excellent. There is a large parking lot. I have made a round trip from here to Mt. Nagakushi. It's the time of year when the area gets crowded with azaleas. (Original) 展望台からの眺めは大変良いです。 大きな駐車場を備えています。 私はここを起点に長串山まで往復したことがあります。 ツツジで混雑する頃ですね。

(Translated by Google) I didn't know where to park my car. I walked from the laundromat near the sign. If you go straight through the sign and follow the road, there will be stairs on your left, climb them and walk for a few minutes along the mountain path. (Original) 車を止める場所がわからなかったです。 看板近くにコインランドリーから歩いて行きました。 看板を真っ直ぐ入って道なりに行くと、左手に階段があり、それを登って山道を数分歩くとあります

(Translated by Google) This site is one of the most important in the "Cave Kingdom of Sasebo" (36 sites), where some of the oldest bean-shaped pottery in Japan, dating back approximately 13,000 years, was excavated. It's easy to find on foot from Sempukuji Station on the Matsuura Railway, as it's just down an alley at the end of the street. By car, there's a large sign near Sasebo Technical High School, and a guide board at the end of the hill, so there's no need to worry about getting lost. However, there's no parking lot, so I parked at a coin laundry about 30 meters away. As you walk along the brick road, you'll come across a small historic park on the left with an information board. I think the atmosphere would be enhanced if they exhibited a miniature replica of the bean-shaped pottery, like the one at Shikanoshima Kin'in Park. Also, although it's not well known, there are lines of what appear to be ancient graffiti (perhaps by a child?) on the rock face of the bunk area in the second cave from the left. (Original) 国内最古級約13000年前の豆粒文土器が出土し「洞窟王国佐世保」（36ヶ所）の中でも重要度が高い遺跡です。松浦鉄道「泉福寺駅」から徒歩ならば突き当たりの路地なので分かりやすいですが、車は佐世保工業高校あたりに大きな看板が出ており、坂道を登った突き当たりに案内板があるので迷う心配はありませんが、駐車場は無いため短時間で30М先のコインランドリーに停めさせてもらってます。レンガ道を歩くと左側に小さな史跡公園があり、説明板がありますが、志賀島金印公園のように、豆粒文土器のミニレプリカを展示したらより雰囲気が高まるのでは…と思いますwなお、あまり知られてませんが左から数えて2番目の洞穴の、子どもが寝れる2段スペースの岩肌に古代人の落書き（子ども？）の線刻らしきものもあります。

(Translated by Google) Please do not follow the directions on Google Maps! When you get close, follow the signs. There is a coin laundry diagonally to the left of the entrance, so head towards it. The entrance suddenly appears on the mountain side. There is no dedicated parking lot. (Original) Googleマップの案内通りには進まないで下さい！近くになったら標識を頼りに進みましょう。入り口の斜め左前にコインランドリーがありますので、コインランドリーを目印に向かうといいです。入り口は突然山側に現れます。専用の駐車場はありません。

(Translated by Google) It is a 5-minute walk from Senpukuji Station on the Matsuura Railway, but there is no parking lot. Like Fukui Cave in Yoshii Town, it is a nationally designated historic site. There are four large caves. (Original) 松浦鉄道の泉福寺駅から歩いて５分で着きますが駐車場はありません。吉井町の福井洞窟と同じく国指定の史跡です。大きな洞窟は４箇所です。

(Translated by Google) Students from nearby Ohno Junior High School discovered the ruins, and subsequent excavations by experts revealed that the area may have been inhabited during the Paleolithic, Jomon, Yayoi, and Heian periods. (Original) 近くの大野中学校の生徒が遺跡を発見し、その後の専門家の発掘調査により、旧石器時代、縄文時代、弥生時代、平安時代まで住んでいた可能性があるそうです。

(Translated by Google) There is no parking lot! There's no signboard! It's hard to understand. The forest where this cave is located? mountain? There is a parking lot next to the hotel, but you cannot park there because it is a private parking lot. It's a gravel parking lot with no signboard, so you might think you can park there. Also, there are no outside lights, so it's best to go when it's daylight, and avoid going on rainy days because the footing can be rough. The cave had many small holes. Finish watching within 5 minutes. The photo is the same as someone else's, so I omitted it. (Original) 駐車場がない！看板もない！ 分かりにくい。 この洞窟がある森？山？にくっついて駐車場がありますが、そこは個人駐車場の為駐車できません。看板もないから駐車場とめていいと思うような砂利駐車場。 あとは外灯はないので、明るいうちに行くのと、足場が悪いので雨の日はやめたほうがいい。 洞窟は小さな穴がたくさんありました。 5分以内に見終わります。 写真は他の人のと同じなので省略

(Translated by Google) I got lost and finally found it. Please use it as a reference (Original) 場所を迷ってやっと見つけた。参考にどうぞ

(Translated by Google) They were all beautiful. The room was full of history and had a lot of character. The vases in the second and third pictures seem to have been left unlacquered. (Original) どれも綺麗でしたね。いろんな所の歴史が詰まったお部屋だったので、趣があります。 ２枚目と３枚目の花瓶は、漆塗りなどしていない状態としたあとらしいです。

(Translated by Google) The Porcelain Museum is located within Huis Ten Bosch Harbor Town. In the mid-17th century, Imari ware, brought over by the Dutch East India Company, became highly popular in Europe and was highly valued as furnishings. Along with tracing this connection to East-West exchange, the museum also displays numerous works of art. The highlight is a room recreating the "Porcelain Room" found in a German palace, where approximately 3,000 pieces of porcelain are displayed in one place. Leaving the museum, there is a souvenir shop specializing in ceramics. With a selection of works by various companies and artists, it's recommended for both practical use and visual enjoyment. (Original) ハウステンボス・ハーバータウン内にある磁器美術館。  17世紀中頃、オランダ東インド会社によって海を渡った伊万里焼はヨーロッパで高い人気を集め、調度品として重宝されました。そういった東西交流の足跡と共に、芸術品のような品々を数多く展示しています。1番の目玉は、ドイツの宮殿にある「磁器の間」を再現した部屋で約3,000点の磁器が一堂に展示され圧巻です。 美術館を出ると陶磁器専門のお土産屋さんがあります。様々な会社や作家さんたちの作品が揃うので、実用品としてまた目の保養におすすめです。

(Translated by Google) A lot of Arita ware is on display. The exhibits seem to have been designed to prevent them from falling over in the event of an earthquake. In addition to Arita ware, there are also ship models. You can also shop at the exit. (Original) たくさんの有田焼が展示されてます。 展示は地震などでも倒れないように工夫はれてるようです。 有田焼以外にも、船の模型などもあります。 出口では買い物もできます。

(Translated by Google) If you like pottery, please go. The Delft and Kakiemon styles are particularly impressive. (Original) 器が、お好きな方は、是非行って下さい。 デルフト、柿右衛門様式、が、特に圧巻です。

(Translated by Google) My mother loves Imari ware, so we spent quite a long time admiring it. I want to do it again. (Original) 母が伊万里焼大好きなのでけっこう長い時間　鑑賞しました　またみたい

(Translated by Google) It was very beautiful, but I wasn't particularly interested in it, so ★2 (Original) とても綺羅びやかでありましたが、特に興味を惹かれなかったので★2

(Translated by Google) This is a pottery museum. The exhibits are carefully arranged, so even if you don't have any prior knowledge, there are many places that will take your breath away, and I think it's worth going just to walk through them. I think people who like pottery can enjoy it for a long time, people with a slight interest can deepen their understanding, and even people who aren't interested can go, ``Wow, that's amazing.'' It's a little hard to find and far from the center of the park, but it's a waste to pass by. (Original) 焼き物の美術館です。 展示方法が工夫されているので何の知識がなくても息を呑むような場所がたくさんあり、通り抜けだけでも行く価値があると思います。 焼き物が好きな人は長時間楽しめるし、ちょっと興味がある人は理解が深まるし、興味がない人でも「うおー、すげー」ってなる場所だと思います。 少しわかりにくくパーク中心から離れているのですが、スルーするのは勿体無い場所です。

(Translated by Google) The route guidance is completely different and the view from the observation deck does not show any military ports. The floorboards of the observation deck were soft and a bit scary. (Original) ルート案内は全然違うし展望台から見える景色は軍港は一切見えず…。展望台の床板はふかふかでちょっと怖かったです。

(Translated by Google) The trees obscured the view. (Original) 木が景色に被さってしまっていた

(Translated by Google) You can see the Kanko-mae and Kanzaki areas. There is a sign at the entrance that is easy to miss. It's a little-known spot. (Original) 鹿子前や神崎方面を見渡せます。 見落としがちな看板が入り口にあります。穴場スポットですな。

(Translated by Google) You can see the scenery that appears at the beginning of Tom Cruise's movie "The Last Samurai." (The shooting location is not here) (Original) トム・クルーズの映画「ラスト・サムライ」冒頭に出てくる風景を見ることができます。(撮影場所はここではありません)

(Translated by Google) You have to walk a little from the parking lot, but you can see Kujukushima. (Original) 駐車場から少し歩く必要がありますが、九十九島が見えます

(Translated by Google) From here, you can see the entire Kujukushima Islands, which is a wonderful place. (Original) ここからは、九十九島が一望できて素晴らしいところです。

(Translated by Google) I-43, the Cenotaph for the National Martyrs stands tall. A hidden place and an important military historical site. Although I am absolutely against war, I would like to offer my prayers and vows of peace to the heroes who sadly died in those days when war had to be fought! ! It is located on the left side of a small plaza filled with shops on the way to Mt. Yumihari. It's a narrow road, so it may not be called an observation point now. (Original) 伊43号、殉国者慰霊塔がそびえ立っております。隠れ家的な場所で大切な軍事史跡。 戦争なんて絶対に反対だけど、やらなきゃならなかった時代、哀しくも散った英霊達に手向けの祈りと平和の誓いを！！ 弓張岳に行く山道の途中にある売店がらみの小さな広場の左脇から下った所にあります。狭い道で、今は展望所とは言えないかも。

Nice park by the sea with great view and amazing breeze. Nice to stroll around and relax in a quiet ambience. At night, it looks more amazing with the lights on. 👍🏻 its next to the station and from there you can go to the small mall for food and drinks.

New year illuminations were great!

Good place for visiting

(Translated by Google) This is a spacious park facing Sasebo Port. There is no play equipment, but it is beautifully paved with red brick tiles, and you can see civilian ships coming and going in the port, and if your timing is right, you can see the Japan Self-Defense Force ships. It's just a short walk from the station and ferry terminal, so it's the perfect place to kill time while waiting for a train or ferry. It is also adjacent to the shopping mall "Sasebo Gobangai". ■Accessibility: 1 minute walk from JR Sasebo Line, Matsuura Railway “Sasebo Station” (Original) 佐世保港に面した広々とした公園です。 遊具などはありませんが赤レンガ色のタイルで綺麗に舗装されており、港を行き交う民間船やタイミングが合えば自衛隊の艦船を眺めることができます。 駅とフェリーターミナルから歩いてすぐの場所にあるので、列車やフェリーの時間待ちのちょっとした時間をつぶす場所としてピッタリですよ。 ショッピングモール「させぼ　五番街」にも隣接しています。 ■アクセス性：JR佐世保線、松浦鉄道「佐世保駅」徒歩1分

(Translated by Google) I came to Sasebo all at once in front of the station! You can encounter scenery that makes you think. Although it is a park, there is no fence right next to the sea, so please be careful if you are bringing children. (Original) 駅前で一気に佐世保に来たー！と思える景色に出会えます。公園ですが、すぐ海で柵もありませんのでお子さん連れの方は注意してくださいね

(Translated by Google) A port park about 10 minutes by car from Sasebo Burger Kaya! I stopped by to eat Sasebo Burger 🍔 and it was a very nice place. A cool warship in the port? was anchored. There's a huge ship in the back🚢 The Sasebo burger I ate while looking out at the ocean was quite delicious😆🍔 My daughter got excited and was running around, so I couldn't eat calmly because it was dangerous. lol Don't leave this place unattended if you are bringing small children! However, it was a very nice place 🚢✨ Next time I'd like to stop by more slowly. (Original) 佐世保バーガーKayaから車で10分ほどの港の公園！佐世保バーガー🍔食べる為に寄ってみたけど、とてもいい感じの場所でした。 港にはカッコいい軍艦？が停泊してた。奥の方にもどでかい船が🚢 海を眺めながら🌊食べる佐世保バーガーはなかなか美味かった😆🍔 娘がテンション上がって走り回ってたので、危なっかしくて落ち着いて食べれなかったけど。笑 小さい子供連れは目離すべからず！ではあるが、とてもいい場所でした🚢✨ 次はもっとゆっくり立ち寄りたいなぁ。

(Translated by Google) Visited on November 12, 2024. At night, the illuminations were lit up, creating a fantastical atmosphere. It's no wonder that this is the city that houses Huis Ten Bosch. (Original) 2024.11.12訪問。 夜になるとイルミネーションが灯り、幻想的な雰囲気を醸し出してました。さすがハウステンボスのある街ですね。

peaceful & beautiful

(Translated by Google) Love and AdorationJesus beautiful cathedral I want to go (Original) 사랑과흠숭드리올예수님 아름다운성당 가보고싶어요

(Translated by Google) It's a place of prayer (Original) 祈りの場所ですネ

(Translated by Google) nephew's wedding (Original) 甥っ子の結婚式

Hanami!!!

Great to watch birds.

Beautiful and peaceful

(Translated by Google) I went to the Sasebo Festival on May 30th. It was so hot. It was so exciting. There were a lot of people wearing yukata. There were a lot of foreigners from various countries, so it felt very Sasebo. There weren't any typical food stalls, and it seemed like the main focus was on local businesses. It's been a while since I last danced. (Original) 5月30日に佐世保祭り行きました。いやー暑かったな。盛り上がってました。浴衣の人も多い。多国籍の外人さんも多くていかにも佐世保って感じ。出店も定番のテキ屋がいなくて地元企業がメインな感じ。久々に踊ってみた。

We always enjoy events in the park

(Translated by Google) Today, the Yosakoi Vinal performance ran until late. Even though it was raining, both the audience and the performers got soaked 💦 When the results were announced, only the organizers were holding umbrellas on stage. I was disappointed to see both the audience and the performers soaked. The organizers only use umbrellas when they get a little wet⤵️⤵️⤵️⤵️, not at all considering that the performers and audience are soaked that they can squeeze out the rain. I went to headquarters to watch the performance and tell them to take away their umbrellas, but nothing changed. I hoped that the performers and audience didn't catch colds. Children were also wet. (Original) 今日は、ヨサコイのウァイナルが遅く迄開催されました。 雨の中、お客様も演舞者も雨に濡れているのに💦審査発表時に　舞台の上で主催者だけが、傘をさしていました。 お客も演舞者もずぶ濡れなのにその様子を見て、ガッカリしました。 主催者が、ちょっと濡れたら傘をさして⤵️⤵️⤵️⤵️演舞者もお客も、雨が絞れる程濡れている事は、全く考えていません。 本部に舞台を見て傘を取るように言いに行きましたが、何も変わりませんでした。 演舞者もお客様が風邪をひかなければ良いなぁと思いました。 子供も濡れていました。

(Translated by Google) The composer is said to have been a naval officer. (Original) 海軍軍人の作曲家だそうです。

Very famous park for ohanami (Sakura/ Cherry Blossoms viewing). It is pet-friendly and is a great spot for picnic, play dates or to just read a book. It is also easily accessible.

The playground here is simply amazing! Free 1 hour parking for the kids to unwind!

Quiet place to rest and relax. A nice area to get some natural shade.

The City Park is really beautiful. There is alot of things to do there such as a skate park, basketball court, a field for football, a track to run, there are picnic areas. This park is setup really nicely.

Beautiful park in the city of Sasebo Japan by Naval base

Lovely place to sit, rest, and people watch. My daughter wasn't with me when I visited, but the playground looked super fun and she would have loved it

This is a great place to take your kids and you need some time outdoors. So many different things for them to play on and everybody is so nice. Plus there's clean bathrooms and great vending machines nearby.

Nice park, limited parking, not much flat ground besides the sports field. We had to wait for a parking spot, other folks were doing the same.

Tons of things to do. Don't even need kids to have fun.

Beautiful place to relax.

Very peaceful place.

Ok

(Translated by Google) Tenjin Park is currently more of a plaza than a park. The reason for this is that the area where the play equipment is located is no longer accessible. The reason seems to be due to road construction work. It is also stated that the entire park will be closed from now on, so it looks like it will become a lonely place... (Original) 天神公園は現在、公園、というよりは広場という感じの場所です。 その理由が、遊具のある区画が立ち入れなくなっていること。理由は道路の建設工事のためだそうです。 今後は公園全面の利用休止とも記載されていますので、寂しいだけの場所になっていきそうですね……。

(Translated by Google) From spring to early summer, various flowers such as cherry blossoms, azaleas, wisteria, and irises bloom. There is a parking lot, public toilets, a grassy area, and playground equipment. (Original) 春から初夏までは、桜、つつじ、藤、菖蒲と色んな花が咲きます。駐車場完備、公衆トイレもあり、芝生の広場、遊具もあります。

(Translated by Google) A partially restored version of the old Sasebo Bridge (nickname: Naval Bridge). The current bridge is said to have been replaced in 1985. (Original) 佐世保橋(愛称：海軍橋)の旧橋の一部復元されたもの。 現橋は昭和60年に架替られたそうです。

(Translated by Google) There is no parking lot, so park on the street. (Original) 駐車場は、ないので路駐

(Translated by Google) A town full of military-related historical sites (Original) 軍関係　史跡がおおいまち

We have visited this museum several times and it is extremely interesting and fun. Enjoyable even if you don't speak Japanese. The historical significance of the displays is mind blowing.

I can't understand anyone that would give this less than five stars. They have incredibly old artifacts, great displays with decent English translations, and really fun activities such as fire making, learning how to weave, actually holding 18,000 year old arrow heads, etc. This is a small museum that won't take much time, but punches well above it's weight. Outstanding!!!!!! I highly recommend actually visiting the cave before you visit the museum, it is pretty close.

Pretty good small archaeological museum

Lovely no fee museum!!!

Some very old artifacts here.

Great exhibition showing the Paleolithic era of Japanese cave dwellers. Videos on hunting tool manufacturing of the time was fascinating. Video on geological/geographical formation and change also fascinating. Small but great museum. Oh, and it's free of charge.

(Translated by Google) This is a museum about the Fukui Cave, a special historic site. Admission was free. Sasebo, Nagasaki Prefecture, has the most cave ruins in Japan. I didn't go to see Fukui Cave because it's now mostly filled with soil, but the exhibits here were fascinating. The ruins' 5.5m-deep layers of rock date from the Paleolithic to the Jomon period, and the excavated items give us a glimpse into the lives of people throughout each era. It seems that there were times when the cave became uninhabitable due to falling rocks and landslides, but traces of life can be found in shallower layers after that, so this area must have been a very livable environment throughout all eras. What surprised me was how slender the Jomon people were. I knew they were about 10cm shorter than modern people, but I had an image of them being big-boned and muscular, so this impression changed a bit. Perhaps the environment was so rich that they didn't have to use their bodies too much. (Original) 特別史跡、福井洞窟についての博物館です。 無料で入館できました。 長崎県佐世保は日本一洞窟遺跡が多い土地なのですね。 福井洞窟は現在は、ほぼ土で埋まっているようなので見に行かなかったのですがこちらの展示は面白かったです。 遺跡の5.5mの地層は旧石器時代から縄文時代までのもので、出土品によって各時代の人々の暮らしがうかがえます。 洞窟の落石や地すべりによる土砂の流入などで住めなくなった時期もあるみたいですが、その後の浅い地層ではまた生活の跡が見られるので此処はどの時代でも余程住み良い環境だったという事ですね。 意外だったのは、縄文人が華奢だったという事です。身長が今より10cmほど低かったのは知っていましたが、骨太で筋肉質のイメージがあったので印象が少し変わりました。そこまで身体を使わなくても暮らせたくらい豊かな環境だったのかも知れないですね。