A well preserved historical site just a 10 minute walk from Shimabara Station. The entrance fee is ¥700 for adults as of March 2025, and you can explore the castle in about an hour. Originally built in the early 17th century, this castle played a key role during the Shimabara Rebellion. It was later dismantled during the Meiji era but reconstructed in the 1960s. The main keep offers panoramic views of the city, Mount Unzen, and the Ariake Sea. Inside, the museum showcases samurai armor, weapons, and historical artifacts, but most descriptions are in Japanese only. The castle grounds also feature statues and exhibits related to Christian history in Japan. Overall, it's a nice place for history enthusiasts and those looking to enjoy scenic views of the region.

The newly redone Shimabara castle is celebrating their 400th anniversary this year, and it was pretty nice. They had two guides dressed in period outfits showing people around, and a selection of weapons, outfits, crafts, and pottery from the Japanese fuedal ages up until the restoration. Views are good from the top. Can see the whole thing in an hour or less on foot from Shimabara station if you’re in a hurry.

We made a short detour to visit Shimabara Castle, and I’m so glad we did. It’s not as famous as some of Japan’s bigger castles, but it has its own quiet charm and unique history. The white five-tiered keep rises gracefully over the surrounding town, and the moat and stone walls give it a classic, picture-perfect look. Even from the outside, it was already beautiful. Inside the castle, the atmosphere was calm and unhurried—no big crowds, which made it easy to take our time. The exhibits inside were more than just your typical historical displays. They focused a lot on the Christian history of the region, the Shimabara Rebellion, and local samurai culture, which gave it a different flavor compared to other castles I’ve visited. I learned a lot, especially about the hidden Christian communities during the Edo period. Climbing up the keep, each floor had something different to offer—from armor displays to old photographs—and at the top, we were rewarded with sweeping views of Shimabara city and even glimpses of Mount Unzen in the distance. It was peaceful and surprisingly scenic. The castle grounds were also worth exploring. There were a few small museums nearby and a tranquil garden area. Everything was well maintained, and the staff were warm and welcoming. It felt like one of those under-the-radar spots that deserves more attention. Shimabara Castle might not have the grandeur of Osaka or Himeji, but its history runs deep and its quiet elegance leaves a strong impression. If you’re in Nagasaki Prefecture or near Unzen, it’s absolutely worth the stop.

If you like history like I do 100% recommend checking out the castle. They have old samurai armor, weapons, art and just cool relics from the past. Plus you get to learn about the ways that went on in the surrounding area.

Newly built reproduction of a feudal castle. Great informational displays with some English. Views of the city, port, and nearby mountains are of a plus.

Visited on 23 Jan, 2025. The staff in blue traditional costume provided perfect explanation of the Shimabara Challenge. Thanks to her, I have completed it and earned the badge. The castle offers a fantastic 360° view of the lovely place.

This is the 18th castle I have visited in Japan; historically, I could relate more with this castle mainly because of the fact that I am a Christian. The history of this castle dates back to the rebellion of the Christian community in this part of Japan against the Tokugawa Shogunate that had pursued a policy of discrimination against those of the Christian faith, it was the largest scale rebellion that the Tokugawa government had faced in there 200 year rule of Japan. This castle has extensive history on the events of that rebellion, the deployment of forces to intercept and defend against the government forces, it also has a collection of samurai and western-inspired weapons and armory that were used by soldiers and rebels of the time. The failure of that rebellion led to the enforcement of the proscription of Christians and forceful conversion, and subsequent torture of those that refused to abandon the Christian faith. The official document which outlawed Christianity in Japan is also showcased within this castle and has been perfectly preserved. What struck me the most were the many depictions of the torture and killing of Christians in this region which has an active volcano, and the great lengths that Japanese Christians went through to practice Christianity, even going as far as to mask Christian images and statues to look like those of the Buddhist faith. Due to the lack of foreign missionaries for many years, Christianity in Japan took on a new face and new images of Mary the mother of Christ and even Jesus himself were used in place of those well recognizable by the Roman Catholic Church. Generally, it was a highly educative trip and entry into this castle cost 400 yen. I highly recommend a visit by castle enthusiasts, Japanese history enthusiasts, and even Christians.

As a volcano enthusiast, I really enjoyed my time in Unzen. Mt. Unzen is infamous for the 1991 eruption that got a lot of international media attention. There are several ways to enjoy the mountain currently. Unzen is a collective name for several different peaks located next to each other. On day 1, I climbed Fugen-dake peak (which used to be the highest point before 1991 eruption). To climb it, I went to "Unzen mountain information center" (right next to "Unzen Jigoku" Hells) and took a taxi to Nita toge pass (3000¥). It was a non-technical hike taking little more than an hour to reach the peak directly. On the way up I heard some growling animal sounds, so I wore my bear bells (although I don't think there are bears in the area). From the peak I could see 'Heisei Shinzan' the new highest point of the mountain, which is a lava dome formed during the 1991 eruption. We can see it very up close and also see the smoke from the lava dome continuously coming out from the vents. On day 2, I visited the city of Shimabara, on the other side of Unzen and checked out the Unzen Disaster Memorial Hall (an amazing museum to learn about the 1991 eruption) and Onokoba Mudslide Prevention Museum & Observatory from where we can see the other side of Mt. Unzen which is picturesque.

Mt. Unzen killed 43 people in a 100mph pyroclastic flow during an eruption on 03 June 1991. Katia and Maurice Kraft perished on that fateful day, along with colleague , Volcanologist Harry Glicken. See Werner Herzog's documentary "Into the Inferno".

I wouldn’t recommend going if you are a Christian.

Beautiful views and a sobering effect when you realize the power and devastation that this active volcano is capable of

Awesome Hike! I really enjoyed the Wheel Trees...

A nice viewpoint which in my experience even on clear days is always affected by haze more than other locations especially looking east but well worth visiting.

Truely a beautiful but errie place. . You can observe the power of volcano ~!!

Main message: the museum is built around the concept of reviving the disaster for the visitors and it does so VERY good with the volcano directly in sight and the museum built in the path of destruction. Texts are all in Japanese, but the audio guides are good and allow to dive into the exhibition. Details: We came in a little less than 2h before closing time on that day and basically had the whole museum to ourselves. The whole staff greeted us and we felt like on an official state visit. ☺️ The ticket machines are in Japanese only but the staff will help you if needed. At the entrance another staff member held a sign with English information on playing times for a cinema and a little theater (later more on that). You get an audio guide in several languages. German an English are covered. I think Spanish and French as well. The guide is very helpful because texts at the exhibits are nearly all in Japanese. Just choose the number visible at your spot and press play. There is little cinema playing a movie that replays the events of the disaster. It is in Japanese, but the audio guide plays translations and explanations in parallel. Worked for me. Even better is the little theater! It replays the events of the earlier outbreak in 1792 with moving wooden scenery, sound, light and video clips. Made for kids I found myself leaning in totally consumed by the story. Absolutely lovely! The do it yourself stations for kids are not fully usable if you don't speak the language. But this is just a minor glitch. A highlight is the glass floor with a post disaster scenery. Every few minutes it simulates the outbreak and gives you an idea how fast a pyroclastic wave at 100kph really is. Frightening. 😬 There is also a volcanic stone walking path and a viewing platform. You could easily spend 4h there, I think. Cafe and vending machines are (of course) available and very affordable. Very close to the museum is also a set of houses destroyed in the disaster and persevered in their state which gives you an even better understanding of the horrible force that came done back then. No fees charged there. If some extra texts in English are added, the place is worth more than 5 stars. I can only say: VISIT!

This is a must-see if you are ever in the area. The story of the Mt Uzen disaster can really be felt here. It's completely amazing to experience. If you are an English speaker grab the headphones so you can listen to the story as you walk through each of the visual displays, it makes for a great experience.

This museum will give you a history behind the surrounding area with videos. The ebst thing for English speaking tourist, they have translation headsets to wear. If you live science and history this place is it. ALSO great for kids.

Really interesting interactive displays on the volcanic area. You get an English interpretive device so you can listen to each display. Clearly marked. Very friendly staff

A must see if in the area! Incredible exhibits and they provide English guidance!

Such a pleasant place to learn more on the subject of volcanoes. The stuffs and our guides were super friendly and hospitable. It is very much children friendly and has a perfect view of Mt. Unzen.

English audio guides available (other languages like Chinese and Korean also available) and a lot of information about the volcano eruption in Unzen. Pretty cool to see the pictures, videos, and objects on display. A ton of interactive displays.

Drove up to the very top. The weather was great with slightly over casting with light cloud. The view still was nice and breezy wind. No resting area as to dine to eat so you will need to bring with you or before or after you visit the pass. Most people hikes however if you dont wish to you may purchase the rope way ticket either one way or round trip. This pre summer season you get to view the "tsutsuji" azalea flowers surrounding the mountain.

Came at 5pm late march. There was nobody, very strong winds and very cold. Do come during other seasons would be very very beautiful.

just exploring Nagasaki. visit here to ride the rope way to the top of the mountain. The view from the top is amazing 😉 before you can get here you will drive zigzag roads 😅 🚗🤗

Cloudy, cold day. But it was a nice hike and the clouds broke for a short view.

Rainy but sooooo beautiful

The Unzen ropeway is a great place to visit during all seasons. There is only one mountain road up to the top of the mountain. On the weekend it gets pretty busy so you might be stuck in your car for an hour or so waiting for parking. Make sure you use the restroom before heading up the mountain, because there is no where to turn around on your way up or down.

So cold Views very Nice

Entry cost 400 yen and was just a fair distance away from the train station. It was a pretty good place for me to just sit back and relax after visiting other touristic spots in the area. I was offered a cup of green tea and had small talk with one of the staff members there who was really helpful in recommending other places to visit, she even handed me a brochure to emphasize her point on the best touristic spots worth visiting. I liked my brief experience there.

My family and I experience trasnquil and beautiful park with tons of natrual spring water rising from the ground. The water is so crystal clear that we could see the carps. It cost 400 Yen to sit in this 110 years-old traditional Japanese villa. We sip a cup of green tea in a comfortable and quiet atmosphere. We stroll around the garden and observe the movement of carps in the clear water that reflects the view of trees and picturesque plants. Friendly staffs explains history, recommend attractions and even offcer beverage discount.

entrance fee is ¥400. the land lady will serve a cup of green tea. its a typical tatami japanese home but very picturesque. there are a few very big koi fish in the pond.

Tonnes of natural spring water rises up out of the ground here every day and the water is so clear, that the carp swimming around at Shimeiso sometimes appear as if they're floating or even hovering above the water. Enjoy a cup of green tea and relax in this traditional Japanese villa.

It's a 110 years old house with beautiful garden. You pay 300yen,,, 2euro20(11/04/18) It includes a cup of delicious green tea and gift post card. There is a friendly kimono lady explain the magic Japanese garden. I really enjoyed there.

This place was very serene. The staffers were very kind, the oocha was good, and the sounds of water were very peaceful. The price was reasonable for what I experienced.

300 yen entrance fee. a sweet older lady will offers a cup of green tea. plz make sure to sit down and finish your green tea, as it is bad manner to leave some left over in the cup, and enjoy her explanation of the place.

Koi fish cafe village. Not every house open for business. The cafe house will place ticket vending machine in front the gate. You can redeem ticket with drinks or dessert.

Enjoy the street of koi fish swimming freely in the drains. Shimabara's spring water is so clean that the carp could live in the city's pipes. It's called Koi fish town.

I suspect the carps are not free to swim everywhere. Was still interesting to see carps leisurely cruising along the drain systems. Who is feeding them?

Crystal clear water 👍👍👍👍 Amazing place Ferry from Kumamoto to Nagasaki Only 10-15 mins drive from Shimabara port

The Carps and Kois are a welcomed sights. Unless you have some bread crumbs to feed, they usually hide underneath the pavement covers. They seem big and well fed than wild fishes in the drains. A detour sights if you on the way to the ferry crossing but not worth a dedicated trip though.

Make sure you stop at the residence and pay to get in and rest inside while they serve you a small cup of tea!

I am very surprised that a long the way we can see Koi fish in the small river in the town. Even actually I visited there when it was raining, but still we can enjoy Koi. Many people visited also just to enjoy and taking pictures of Koi fish in the town. It’s not only beautiful but also sign of clean water of the town. It’s worth to visit anyway!! Since it’s open public places, you don’t need entrance ticket in advance

I only went here to see the statue of the reclining buddha, it was a nice way to finish a day trip.

Beautiful grounds and the reclining Buddha is special

(Translated by Google) There are graves of my mother's parents. When I returned home in April of this year, my family and I went to visit his grave. Although I couldn't go back during Obon, I could see Mt. Bizan from the temple, and it was a place that made me feel like I had returned to Shimabara. I'll come back later. (Original) 母親の父母のお墓があります。今年4月に帰省した際に墓参りに家族で行きました。お盆は帰れませんでしたが寺から眉山が見えて島原に帰ったと実感する場所です。また来ます。

(Translated by Google) Visited on 2024/02/23. This is a temple where a reclining statue was erected as a memorial to Shigemasa Itakura and Shigemasa Matsukura. Koto-ji Temple was originally founded in Tabira, Kita-Arima by the younger brother of Arima Harunobu, the monk Senyasu Myogon, in 1558. After that, the new lord of the castle, Shigemasa Matsukura, completed the construction of Shimabara Castle, and moved the site to Imamura on the outskirts of the castle town, and in 1624, the new lord of the castle, Shigemasa Matsukura, decided to make it his family temple and renamed it Kotoji. . (Original) 2024/02/23来訪。 板倉重昌と松倉重政を供養で涅槃像が建立されているお寺です。江東寺はもともと、永緑1年（1558年）有馬晴信の弟・宣安明言和尚が北有馬・田平に開山しました。 その後、新城主・松倉重政が島原城を竣工させると、その地を城下町郊外の今村に移し、寛永1年（1624年）新城主・松倉重政はここを菩提寺と定め江東寺と改められました。

(Translated by Google) As expected, the reclining statue was very impressive. The grave of Shigemasa Itakura is right next to it. While I received my goshuin seal, I was given a cup of cold tea. I was very polite and humbled. (Original) やっぱり涅槃像はすごい迫力でした。板倉重昌公のお墓がすぐ横にあります。御朱印を頂く間冷たいお茶を頂きました。非常にご丁寧で恐縮しました。

(Translated by Google) Search for Matsukura Shigemasa and the Shimabara Rebellion. Perhaps the reason there is no grave for Matsukura Katsuie is because no one took his body? He was the only feudal lord of the Edo period to be beheaded. (Original) 松倉重政　島原の乱で検索。　松倉勝家の墓がないのは流石に引き取り手がなかったから？　江戸時代の大名で唯一の斬首でざんす。

(Translated by Google) Visited on January 5, 2018 Goshuin stamp available (Soto sect) There are the tombs of Itakura Shigemasa, a historical site designated as a cultural property by Shimabara City, and the tomb of Matsukura Bungonokami Shigemasa, the feudal lord. In addition, the stamp of the Nirvana statue located within the shrine grounds is stamped on the goshuin. (It was pressed upside down.) (Original) 平成３０年１月５日参拝 御朱印あり（曹洞宗） 島原市指定文化財の史跡板倉重昌の墓や藩主松倉豊後守重政の墓がある。 なお、御朱印には境内にある涅槃像のスタンプが押されています。 （上下逆さまに押してありました。）

(Translated by Google) It is a good facility where you can see the impressive Heisei Shinzan up close and learn about Shimabara's volcanoes and nature. ⛰️🌲🌲 We played a cute bingo game and received a small bird badge as a prize. 😉👍 It's quiet and has a nice view, so it's recommended for relaxing. 😚💖 (Original) 迫力ある平成新山が間近で見られ、島原の火山や自然の学習ができる良い施設です。⛰️🌲🌲 可愛いビンゴゲームがあり、景品の小鳥の缶バッチをもらいました。😉👍 静かで景色も良いのでのんびりするのにおすすめです。😚💖

(Translated by Google) Visited September 5, 2025 This nature center is on the front lines of volcanoes, with three evacuation shelters located within its grounds. You can see Heisei Shinzan up close. The exhibits inside the center are full of fascinating information, including about the surrounding nature and how Shinzan formed. (Original) 2025.9.5 訪問 避難シェルターが、施設の敷地内に３個所もある火山最前線のネイチャーセンターです。すぐ間近に平成新山を望むことができます。 館内の展示も周辺の自然や、新山ができまでの様子など興味深いものがたくさんあります。

(Translated by Google) This is a place where you can see Mt. Heisei Shinzan up close. Inside the museum, you can watch videos of the time when Mt. Fugen and other mountains in Shimabara erupted, so it was great to learn about the history of the eruptions and the recovery. (Original) 平成新山が近くで見られる場所です。館内では、普賢岳など、島原の山が噴火した当時のビデオなどが見られるので、噴火や復興の歴史が学べて良かったです。

(Translated by Google) I had no idea that the large mountain in front of me had erupted just 30 years ago, killing dozens of people, but as I watched the video inside the museum, I remembered what I had seen on the TV screen back then. The gates were opened before 9am and I was able to take a look inside. It was a good memory. (Original) 目の前にある大きな山がほんの30年前に噴火し数十人の命を奪ったなどピンときませんでしたが、館内にあるビデオを観ていたら当時テレビ画面越しで見ていた光景を思い出しました。 ９時前に門を開けて頂き中を拝見することが出来ました。 いい思い出になりました。

(Translated by Google) I saw a sign and stopped in. It's muggy in the city, but it's cool here with a breeze. It's not very busy, but it's a great place to take a break and enjoy the view of Heisei Shinzan. (Original) 看板を見かけて立ち寄りました　街中はムシ暑いくらいですが、ここは涼しくて風も吹いていて冷んやりしてます　賑わいはありませんが、平成新山を眺めて休憩するのにお勧め

(Translated by Google) It is a clean restroom with no smell or trash on the hillside overlooking the summit of Mount Unzen, which no one seems to visit, and it is also a place to get a stamp for a Japanese national park. (Original) 아무도 찾지않아 보이는 운젠산 정상이 바라보이는 중턱에 냄새도 쓰레기하나 없는 깔끔한 화장실 그리고 일본국립공원 스탬프 장소입니다

(Translated by Google) We experienced floral and plant dyeing. In the summer, there are various hands-on classes and we can make our own crafts, which is very helpful for us as parents!! (Original) 草花のたたき染め体験をしました。 夏になると色々な体験教室があり、作品も作れて、親としては助かります!!

Morning views..☺

(Translated by Google) Shimabara Sports Park is located in the Yamate area of ​​Shimabara City. There are few road signs, so it's difficult to get there if you don't know the way. In the children's plaza adjacent to the track and field stadium and baseball field, There is a large space shuttle-shaped playground equipment. Although some parts are outdated, There is also newly installed play equipment, which I think small children will enjoy. (Original) 島原運動公園は島原市の山手の方にありますが、 道路看板などが少なく、道を知らないと行きづらいです。 陸上競技場や野球場に隣接した児童広場に、 スペースシャトル型の大型遊具があります。 老朽化している部分もありますが、 新設された遊具もあり、小さい子は楽しめると思います。

(Translated by Google) The cherry blossoms are very beautiful and you can see a panoramic view of Shimabara city. (Original) 桜がとても綺麗で、島原市内が一望できます。

(Translated by Google) This is a park with a baseball field and other facilities. There was a lot of play equipment with a space theme. I would like to visit during the cherry blossom season. (Original) 野球場などを併設した公園です。宇宙をテーマにした遊具がたくさんありました。 桜の季節に訪れてみたいです。

(Translated by Google) A cherry blossom festival is also held in spring. It's so beautiful when lit up at night A facility where you can usually play sports Some people are running Restrooms are also located on the stadium side, ground side, and tennis area. There are 3 items so you can rest assured. If you go up to the top of the ground, you will find Kannon Park. The view from there is beautiful as you can see the Ariake Sea and Kumamoto. Walking after work is also good. (Original) 春は桜祭りなども開催されます 夜のライトアップしてとてもきれいです 普段はスポーツができる施設 ランニングしてる方もいます トイレも球場側、グランド側、テニス場所と ３件あり安心です グランドの上側に上ると観音公園があり、 そちらから見る景色も有明海や熊本が見れてきれいです 仕事終わりにウォーキングもいいですね

(Translated by Google) It is a cherry blossom viewing spot where you can enjoy cherry blossoms, mountains, and the sea from the end of March to April. It is also the mecca of sports in Shimabara. I use it as a stroll course. Anyway, the view is nice ♪ (Original) 3月末から4月にかけて桜と山と海とが楽しめるお花見スポットです🌸 島原のスポーツのメッカでもあります。 私はさんぽコースとして活用してます。 とにかく眺めが良いです♪

(Translated by Google) It's spacious and perfect for walking or jogging, and in spring it's a sight to behold with hundreds of cherry blossoms in full bloom per facility. The view of Shimabara city from here is the best. (Original) 広くて、散歩､ジョキングコースとして、最適、春には🌸桜が施設１杯何百本かの桜満開で見ごとです。此処から見下す島原市街地最高です。

Enjoy the street of koi fish swimming freely in the drains. Shimabara's spring water is so clean that the carp could live in the city's pipes. It's called Koi fish town.

Koi fish cafe village. Not every house open for business. The cafe house will place ticket vending machine in front the gate. You can redeem ticket with drinks or dessert.

I suspect the carps are not free to swim everywhere. Was still interesting to see carps leisurely cruising along the drain systems. Who is feeding them?

Crystal clear water 👍👍👍👍 Amazing place Ferry from Kumamoto to Nagasaki Only 10-15 mins drive from Shimabara port

The Carps and Kois are a welcomed sights. Unless you have some bread crumbs to feed, they usually hide underneath the pavement covers. They seem big and well fed than wild fishes in the drains. A detour sights if you on the way to the ferry crossing but not worth a dedicated trip though.

Make sure you stop at the residence and pay to get in and rest inside while they serve you a small cup of tea!

I am very surprised that a long the way we can see Koi fish in the small river in the town. Even actually I visited there when it was raining, but still we can enjoy Koi. Many people visited also just to enjoy and taking pictures of Koi fish in the town. It’s not only beautiful but also sign of clean water of the town. It’s worth to visit anyway!! Since it’s open public places, you don’t need entrance ticket in advance

Lovely restaurant that specialised in Guzioni. This is my first time trying this dish and it seems to be exclusive to only to Shimabarra. I have tasted quite a number of Japanese cuisines but this is truly an experience that is unique and tasty! It’s just a waste we were rushing for the ferry hence I couldn’t spend more time here. The “rice cake” has a resemblance to that of mochi, which could also be somewhat similar to ttoekbokki to the Koreans. However this bowl of wonderful dish has got a herbal taste due to the broth. The vegetables and meat pairs very well with this main dish.

This restaurant is right next to the castle. The environment feels very traditional with the staff being very friendly. There's a waitress that swings by each table with fresh hot tea. My wife ordered a mochi hot pot which was really good and tasted very earthy. I ordered the pork katsu and I must say I was not too happy with it as it was extremely basic. I did not feel or taste anything special with this dish. That is the only reason why this restaurant received a 4 out of five stars. Looking forward to trying other dishes on my next visit.

A well-known store, but the experience is very poor. The food quality is low, and the taste of raw fish slices likes plastic. The so-called specialty dish is actually vegetable with rice cake, which has a ordinary taste and is not worth eating specifically. What's the scariest thing, a boiled mosquito is in the dish!! The waiter immediately bowed and apologized, with a very good attitude. When checking out, they gave a 20% discount

Expecting bathroom very small, nice parking lot. Visit the Shimabara castle across the street.

One of the easiest places to get to after sightseeing at the castle. They brought us an English menu, which helped with a few things we couldn't read. Getting the lowdown on guzoni, a local hot pot dish with mochi, was definitely helpful. I was steered in that direction because I like mochi but don't find many chances to eat it. It came out pretty fast, too. The guzoni broth was gentle and warming, with a variety of ingredients like fish cake and mushrooms hiding under the mochi. Really satisfying on a cold day. The inari sushi that came with my set was some of the best I've ever had, hitting the right balance of sweet and savory with just enough ginger for a kick without overwhelming the flavor of the tofu.

This restaurant serves the best (gu)zoni I’ve ever eaten. The dashi (broth) is deep and flavorful. The gu part is plentiful, especially when you step up and order their specialty. It’s few steps away from Shimabara Castle which has has a great selection of hidden Christian figures and a a decent history of the last days of the Edo period in Japanese history. This restaurant is worth the effort to get here.

The signature dish is great, soup so good and sweet with all ingredients such as grilled dried fish, tofu, fish sausages come with very fresh vegetables with round moji. price inexpensive at all. friendly staff ;)

Location was amazing. We sat outside overlooking the fishing boats and islands. Food was ok. We have had better fish in Kyushu The no.1 had too much roe and a slimy white fish paste, maybe the simple sashimi would've been better

Ordered the special seafood bowl which was underwhelming. One prawn, some uni, and a few thin slices of fish for 2200JPY. Taste of each item was bland too. Presentation and ambiance were nice though.

Fantastic view, eat like a local, price is reasonable. We love it.

Ordered kaisen don. So Fresh and reasonable price. If you sit outside, can see the ocean view. Waited an hour at lunch time.

From Australia. We found this gem of a restaurant. Beautiful food, views and service. Best Japanese seafood we've had and very good value.

Nice staff and very delicious.

Had a Maguro-don. It was fantastic. If it doesn’t rain, the terrace outside has an amazing view

Amazingly tasty fresh food in an authentic Japanese style restaurant

Excellent local sea food joint. You get to select your own fresh catch of the day (or alternatively chose from an excellent menu). Totally loved the place!

The seafood was as fresh as it gets as we could choose the live versions of what we wanted to eat. The portions were also quite large.

Sashimi was awesome 😍, I want to eat again 😁

(Translated by Google) I'd seen it a lot on Instagram and TikTok, so I decided to give it a try. I ordered a photogenic seafood bowl, and although the menu looked like it was topped with an abundance of sashimi, it was surprisingly small. The fish probably wasn't very fresh, as the bonito was pitch black and had a fishy smell. There were a lot of shiny fish, all of which had a fishy smell. Not something you'd get at this price. The pufferfish tempura bowl my companion ordered was tastier, but maybe that's why it tasted so good. The soft roe was also about the size of a marble. There's a boat inside the restaurant, and it's right next to the ocean, so it's perfect for Instagram. (Original) インスタやTikTokでよくみてたので行って見ました。映えな海鮮丼を注文しましたがメニューでは溢れんばかりのお刺身が載ってる風だったけど案外小ぶり。何と言っても魚の鮮度が悪いのか鰹は真っ黒だし生臭かった。光り物が多くどれも生臭い。この値段でこれは無い。連れが頼んだフグの天丼方が美味しかったけど、こっちがハズレだったから美味しく感じたのかも。白子もビー玉くらいの大きさでした。 店の中に船があったり、隣が海だったりインスタ映えにはちょうどいい。

Excellent atmosphere. Fresh and big bowl of sashimi rice.

(Translated by Google) Today I had a seafood bowl 🐟️ The amount of rice was large, and the seafood lined up in a small space was very pretty and filling 🎵 I came here a while ago, and it's still the same as before The interior of the restaurant, which was a large space renovated from a rice storehouse, is spectacular with decorations such as fishing flags adding color❗ Ordering is done via tablet. Plates and drinks are set up in the center and are self-service😊 (Original) 本日は海鮮丼を頂きました🐟️ ご飯の量も多く、ところ狭しと並べられた 海鮮がとても綺麗で食べ応えありです🎵 随分前に来店したのですが、以前と変わらず 米蔵を改装した広い空間に、大漁旗等の装飾品が彩りを添えた店内は壮観です❗ 注文はタブレット注文です。皿や飲み物は 中央に設置してあり、セルフとなっていました😊

(Translated by Google) Business trip to Shimabara, day 1. I had the local dish Rokubei. It was around noon, so when I entered the store, it was crowded. I ordered Tsukimi Rokubei. Rokubei seems to be a dish of noodles made by kneading sweet potato flour and yam simmered in a soy sauce-based broth. It is said to have been invented by Mr. Rokubei, a village headman in Shimabara, about 220 years ago when there was a great famine caused by the eruption of Mt. Fugendake and the resulting tsunami. Local people told us that the people of the time, whose staple food was sweet potatoes that grew even in poor soil, devised a udon-like dish made from preserved sweet potato flour and yams, which saved the lives of many people. When you eat it, you'll notice that the thick, short, dark noodles contain egg, kamaboko, paste, and green onions, and have a unique chewy texture with a hint of sweet potato sweetness. It had a simple taste. It's nice to enjoy local cuisine while feeling the history. Thank you for the meal. (Original) 島原出張、1日目。郷土料理六兵衛をいただきました。 ちょうどお昼だったのでお店に入ると混雑してました。 月見六兵衛を注文しました。 六兵衛は、サツマイモの粉と山芋を練り合わせて作った麺を、醤油ベースの出汁で煮込んだ料理らしく 今から約220年前の普賢岳の噴火とそれに伴う津波による大飢饉の際に、島原の名主であった六兵衛さんが考案したとのこと。 痩せた土地でも育つサツマイモを主食としていた当時の人々が、保存食用のサツマイモの粉と山芋を使い、うどん状にしたものを考案し、多くの人々の命を救ったなど地元の人に教えていただきました。 いただいてみると玉子とかまぼこ、練物、ねぎが入っていて黒っぽい太く短い麺は、もちもちとした独特の食感があり、サツマイモのほのかな甘みがします。 素朴な味わいでした。 歴史を感じながら郷土料理をいただくのもいいものです。ご馳走様でした。

(Translated by Google) [Local cuisine you want to try at least once] I wanted to try Rokubei, a local dish of Shimabara, so I went to Rokubei. The two of us went there, but we were a bit full, so we ordered a bowl of Rokubei and chive manju (actually it's on the dinner menu, thank you very much!). My order was happily accepted. Chive manju is really delicious. I'd like to go there at night. The other izakaya menu items also looked delicious. Rokubei is a heartwarming dish. I'll leave my thoughts to other reviews. Local cuisine simply conveys the flavor of the ingredients. At worst, it gets boring. Japan has become overwhelmingly richer than in the past. Economically, it is at the top level, and its food culture is number one in the world. The efforts of our predecessors who grew up eating Rokubei were indispensable for such development. (Original) 【「一回は」食べてみたい郷土料理】 島原の郷土料理である六兵衛を食べてみたく、こちら六兵衛さんに行きました。 二人でいったのですがちょっとお腹いっぱいだったので、六兵衛一杯とニラ饅頭（ほんとは夜メニューらしいです、ありがとうございました！）を頼みました。快くオーダー受け入れてもらえました。 ニラ饅頭は凄く美味しいです。夜に行ってみたいですね。ほかの居酒屋メニューも凄く美味しそうでした。 六兵衛はほっこりする料理です。感想は他のレビューに任せます。郷土料理ってよく言えば素材の味がシンプルに伝わりますね。悪く言えば飽きがくる。 昔と比べて圧倒的に豊かになった日本。経済的にもトップレベルに、食文化としては世界一に。そんな発展には、彼ら「六兵衛を食べて育ってきた先人達の努力」が必要不可欠だったのでしょう。

(Translated by Google) I had Rokubei (udon) and manju. The taste was delicious, but I was very concerned about the clutter in the store. Including the store front and the back of the store (which I happened to see), In one word, it's "dirty". This situation makes me think that the kitchen is definitely unsanitary, and I can't enjoy my meal comfortably. (Original) 六兵衛（うどん）と饅頭をいただきました。 味は普通に美味しかったですが、 店内の乱雑さが非常に気になりました。 店先や、店の裏側（偶然に目に入った）も含め、 一言で言うと「汚い」です。 この様子だと厨房も確実に不衛生だろうなと考えてしまい、気持ちよく食事ができません。

(Translated by Google) We had Rokubee, a local dish from Shimabara. It is characterized by black noodles made by kneading flour made from sweet potatoes, and has a jiggly texture. The ingredients are simple, chikuwa and kamaboko, but the simplicity is good. The soup had a strong soup stock and strong seasoning, and the deliciousness permeated my sweaty body after walking in the hot weather. When I added yuzu pepper and seasoning to change the taste, I was able to enjoy a completely different taste. The refreshing scent of yuzu pepper and the spicy spiciness brought out the flavor of Rokubee even more. Is the yuzu pepper homemade? 🤔It didn't feel like a ready-made item. The inside of the store is very nice and clean, but there was a slight smell of cigarettes, but the interior is well-organized and comfortable. Thank you for the meal. After paying the bill, I suddenly saw a nostalgic public phone (lol) (Original) 島原の郷土料理の「ろくべえ」をいただきました。 さつまいもから作った粉をこねて作った黒い麺が特徴でプルプルとした食感。具材は、ちくわとかまぼこが使われており、シンプルですが、そのシンプルさがいいです。スープは出汁感が強めで、濃い目の味付けがされており、暑い中を歩いてきて汗をかいた体に染み渡る美味しさでした。 味変用の柚子胡椒と一味を加えると、また違った美味しさを楽しめました。柚子胡椒の爽やかな香りと一味のピリッとした辛さが、ろくべぇの風味を一層引き立ててくれました。柚子胡椒は自家製かな？🤔既製品のような感じがありませんでした。 店内はとても綺麗で清潔感がありますが、少しタバコの匂いが気になりましたが整えられた店内は居心地が良いです。 ごちそうさまです。 会計を済ませた後、ふと目に入ったのは、ノスタルジックな公衆電話が目に入りました（笑）

(Translated by Google) “It doesn’t taste like sweet potato at all…but if you taste it closely, you’ll notice that it tastes like sweet potato…” Rokubei is a type of soba noodles made from sweet potatoes. Created during times of famine. You can eat it at Unzen Shimabara. There is also a specialty store in Unzen, but I didn't have time so I couldn't go there, so when I was giving up, I looked for a specialty store in Shimabara City. Rokubei's noodles are short, which can't be helped because they are made from sweet potatoes, but this is Rokubei's uniqueness. It reminds me of the simple New Year's Eve soba that my late grandmother used to make. Those noodles were also thick and short. Rokubei's manju is also available, 100 yen/piece. Rokubei is a variation of Rokubei with various toppings ranging from plain Rokubei. Also, I was surprised when I saw the price on the menu, 600 yen/cup for plain Rokubei... cheap... 1,000 yen would be fine if it was for tourists. But at the counter, an old man from the neighborhood was watching TV and talking with the shop staff. I guess I can't help it if it's my neighbor's shop... There is plenty of parking space, making it suitable for travelers. Thank you for your meal (Original) 「さつまいもの味はまずしない…でもよく味わうとさつまいもを感じるな…」 六兵衛は、さつまいもを材料に作られた蕎麦みたいなもの。 飢饉の時に作られた。 雲仙島原では食べることができる。 雲仙にも専門店があるが時間がなかったので行けなかった、諦めてた時に島原市内で探した専門店。 六兵衛の麺は、短い、これはさつまいもが原料だから仕方ない、いやこれが六兵衛の個性。 死んだおばあちゃんが作ってくれた素朴な年越しそばを思い出す。 あの麺も太く短かった。 六兵衛の饅頭もある、100円/個。 六兵衛は、素の六兵衛からトッピングを色々とした六兵衛のバリエーション。 また、メニューの価格を見て驚く、素の六兵衛が600円/杯…安い…観光客相手なら1,000円でもいいだろうに…。 でもカウンターには、近所のおじさんがテレビを見ながらお店の人と会話している。 近所の人のお店ならやむないか…。 駐車場もしっかりあり旅人には向いている。 ご馳走様

(Translated by Google) I came here because I wanted to try "Rokubei" which I heard is a local dish of Shimabara! Apparently they make noodles by kneading and extruding sweet potatoes. According to the explanation of Madasu Dome, it was developed as a food to resist scarcity during times of famine, so I was excited to see if it was delicious. I ordered Maruten Rokubee (700 yen). The result was very delicious! In particular, the soup stock was extremely delicious. The noodles had a pleasant chewy texture with a slight sweet potato sweetness. The fish cake called Maruten was also delicious. Anyway, the soup stock is delicious, so the destructive power of this soup is overwhelming, and no matter what else is in it, this soup alone will make it all delicious. It was so much that it gave me an illusion. (Original) 島原の郷土料理と聞いた「六兵衛」を食べたくて訪問しました！ サツマイモを練って押し出して麺を作るらしい。がまだすドームの解説だと飢饉のタイミングで耐乏食として開発されたとのことだったので、美味しいのかドキドキしてました。 丸天ろくべえ（700円 ）を注文。 結果、とても美味しかったです！ 特にスープの出汁が抜群に美味しかったです。 麺は僅かにサツマイモの甘みを感じるか、感じないかほどでチュルチュルとした食感が心地良かったです。丸天という、さつま揚げも美味しかった。 とにかくお出汁が美味しいので、この破壊力が圧倒的で、もはや何が入っていたとしてもこのスープだけで全部美味しくなってしまうのでは？と錯覚するほどでした。

(Translated by Google) First visit, January 8, 2022 I wonder how long ago it was... I saw Shimabara native Hitoshi Kusano having fun drinking with a classmate at this restaurant and at the end calling "Rokubei's Rokubei" a local dish he's proud of! In memory of Director Komine, I was touring Shimabara without a plan, but I remembered this TV show well and made it here. We arrived almost 2 PM, but the restaurant was open and we were able to enjoy our meal. Perhaps because I've become accustomed to life in Fukuoka, I ordered the Rokubei with Maruten, while my wife ordered the regular version. The broth was perhaps kelp-based? It had a strong flavor. The sweet potato noodles were held together by yam, but you shouldn't expect them to be very chewy. No, no. They remind me of udon or soba, so I worry about the chewiness, but I think it's best to think of them as a completely different type of noodle. It doesn't feel like one long, connected noodle, but when you eat the short noodle at the end, you can really tell, "Ah, this is sweet potato!" Kusano-san, I tried your proud local dish. It wasn't famine food, and it was delicious. (Original) 2022.1.8初訪 どのくらい前だろう… 島原出身の草野仁さんが同級生とこちらのお店で楽しく飲んでて、最後に「六兵衛の六兵衛」をこれは自慢の郷土料理です❗って言ってたテレビを見たのは。 小嶺監督追悼、島原ノープラン観光でしたが、このテレビ番組はしっかり覚えててやってきました。 到着したのはもう14時近くでしたが、お店は開いてて、いただく事ができました。 私は福岡生活がしみついてきたのか、六兵衛も丸天入りを、妻はノーマルをオーダー。 出汁は昆布系かなぁ ？しっかりとした味付け。 さつまいもの麺は山芋でつないでいるものの、コシとかを求めてはいけないタイプ。 いやいや。うど んとか蕎麦を連想するから、コシとかを気にするけど、全く別の違う領域の麺と思えばよいと思います。 繋がってる長い麺だと感じませんが、最後の方に残る短い麺を食べると～ 「あ～さつまいもだぁ～」ってよくわかります。 草野さん。自慢の郷土料理、いただきました。 飢饉食じゃなくて、美味しかったですよ。

We had a great time at Madoka, sitting at the counter and enjoying the excellent food and sake! The staff were friendly and made us feel welcome despite the language barrier. Using a translation app helped make simple conversation and got the message across. There is a good list of sake and their recommendation was delicious. All food was superb and we asked for additional dishes as we wanted to try more of their specialties. Highly recommend Madoka for their friendly staff, great atmosphere, delicious food, and many drink options.

Surprisingly very good food. They have the best sashimi here.

Great service! Waited for 15mins as we didn't make a reservation and the restaurant is full when we arrived. They used a translation device to communicate and have a English menu, no problem for non Japanese speaker. We got a private room for 5. The food have a reasonable price, mostly is small portion. The lady boss even treat us a complementary salad. Very nice place to enjoy local Japanese cuisine.

Ganedaki is my favourite and one of signature dishes. Good for family, business or person travelling alone. You can enjoy local cuisines and Japanese sake.

It's my idea Japanese food tastes and service. Totally worth it!!!

What an awesome restaurant! The head cook and his staff took the time to explain everything for us, using a translation device. All whilst cooking incredibly delicious food (we'd fly over to Japan again just for that vegetable tempura and the omelette) for a very reasonable price. Vegetarian options are available and I bet they'd meet any other requests as well.

Terrific service and great food. My family and I visited this place due to high review ratings for this place and were in for a plesant surprise. Pros: The head chef was a friendly and enthusiastic chef and recommended a lot of good food to us. If you don't speak Japanese it's no problem as they will use a japanese translation device. The sashimi was fresh and tasty, as they selected the types of fish that are caught in the local area. Price was reasonable and definetely worth it. Cons: it may be busy during peak hours but the service is still fast enough that you have enough time in before courses Overall greatly recommend this to anyone and once again thank you for the staff and the head chef for the amazing meal and experience we had

Chanced upon this due to Google review. Restaurant has been in operations for years! Had the local guzoni, mochi rice balls in light flavourful broth. Has vegetarian tempura option and kids meals!

Japanese restaurant in Shimabara, Nagasaki

(Translated by Google) "Himematsuya Shinmachi Branch" - Enjoy the warmth of the local area along with the history of Shimabara. Shimabara, a city of water, forests, and history. ``Himematsuya Shinmachi Branch'', which stands close to Shimabara Castle, which can be said to be a symbol of this, is a famous store that has been loved by locals for many years. What I had here was the ``guzoni set meal'', which is known as a local dish of Shimabara. The moment you open the lid, the aroma of the soup stock wafts up. The zoni with lots of ingredients is generously filled with chewy mochi, making it an irresistible luxury for mochi lovers. The soft stewed vegetables are accented with julienned burdock root, giving it a crispy texture and a rustic aroma that spreads in your mouth. A dish that condenses local ingredients, time and effort, and the gentle climate of Shimabara into a single bowl. This zoni is truly a “feast” that will warm your mind and body. If you visit Shimabara, this is a traditional flavor that you should definitely try as a drink after experiencing the history. (Original) 「姫松屋 新町店」――島原の歴史とともに味わう、郷土のぬくもり。 水と森と歴史の街、島原。その象徴ともいえる島原城のほど近くに佇む「姫松屋 新町店」は、地元で長年愛され続ける名店。ここでいただいたのは、島原の郷土料理として知られる「具雑煮定食」。 蓋を開けた瞬間、ふわりと立ちのぼる出汁の香り。具沢山の雑煮の中には、もちもちとした餅が惜しげもなく入れられ、餅好きにはたまらない贅沢さ。柔らかく煮込まれた野菜の中に、ごぼうの千切りがアクセントとなっており、シャキッとした歯ごたえと素朴な香りが口の中に広がる。 一椀の中に、地元の食材と手間ひま、そして島原の優しい風土までもが凝縮されたようなひと品。心も身体もじんわりと温まる、まさに“ごちそう”の雑煮です。 島原を訪れたなら、歴史に触れたあとの一杯として、ぜひ味わってほしい伝統の味です。

(Translated by Google) You can eat Gujonini! It was fun because it was food with regional characteristics. Because it was a weekday, fried food was not available. However, he kindly guided me and apologized repeatedly. I was able to laugh at the Japanese people's unique Sumimasen speech because it was a rural area. Ah, the fried tofu sushi was very moist. It was so delicious that it didn't make me thirsty and it was really moist and had a lot of tofu. A town that keeps giving tea as a welcome drink... It's a really friendly town. In particular, local residents also came. The store is so pretty and you like props and plants. It was a place worth taking a peek at while eating. (Original) 구조니를 먹을 수 있습니다! 지역의 특색이 담긴 음식이라 재미있었어요 평일이라 그런지 튀김류는 되지 않았습니다 하지만 친절하게 안내해주셨고 연신 사과해주시는 일본분들 고유의 스미마센 연사에 시골이라 웃으며 넘길 수 있었습니다 아 유부초밥 촉촉파 인데 진짜 유부많고 촉촉해서 목안메이고 너무 맛있었어요 웰컴드링크로 차를 계속주시는 동네... 정말 정이 넘치는 마을이예요 특히 동네 주민분들도 오시더라고요 가게가 워낙 예쁘고 소품과 식물을 좋아하셔서 음식을 하시는동안 슬쩍슬쩍 구경할맛이 나는곳이었어요

(Translated by Google) Guzoni is of course delicious, but oyakodon also has a gentle flavor that makes me feel relieved every time I eat it, so I like it. The amount of gzoni and oyakodon is just right for me😊 The lighting is a little dark, but it makes you feel calmer. My husband's mother also goes there sometimes, but her legs aren't very strong, so the stairs to get to the store are rather steep, so it can be quite difficult. Even so, my mother says it's a store she still wants to go to. (Original) 具雑煮はもちろん美味しいのですが、親子丼も優しい味で、毎回ホッとするお味で好きです。 具雑煮と親子丼の量が私的に丁度良いです😊 照明が少し暗めですが、それがまた落ち着けます。主人の母も一緒に行く事があるのですが、足があまり丈夫ではないので、お店に昇る階段が、まぁまぁ急なので、きつそうですが それでも母は行きたくなるお店だそうです。

(Translated by Google) The zoni was delicious, of course, but the other dishes were also delicious. (Original) 具雑煮も、もちろん美味しかったですが、他のメニューも美味しいです。

(Translated by Google) It tasted just like the local New Year's ozoni. It was so delicious, I even drank the soup. (Original) 地元のお正月お雑煮の味とそっくりでした。とても美味しかったです。スープまで飲み干しました。

(Translated by Google) Unique Italian seafood restaurant Fresh seafood caught locally He cooks with great skill. From the first soup to the final dish, each dish has a story. Everything is sophisticated, The atmosphere was great too! I'll visit you again! (Original) 唯一無二の魚介系イタリアン 地元で取れた新鮮な魚介を 素晴らしい腕前で調理してくれます。 はじめのスープから〆まで一品一品にストーリーがあり、 全てが洗練されていて、 雰囲気も最高でした！ またお伺いします！

(Translated by Google) Fish❗️Delicious✨Delicately arranged on a white plate. It is truly a painting, a work of art✨Very satisfying sight, smell, and taste❗️The chef seemed to be having fun cooking, so I was also excited and relieved. Each dish is designed to match the seafood caught that day. (Original) 魚❗️美味しい✨白の皿の上に繊細に盛り付ける。 まさに絵画、作品です✨視覚、嗅覚、味覚大満足❗️シェフが楽しそうに調理をされているので、私もワクワク、ホッコリした雰囲気で過ごせました。 その日に獲れた、それぞれの魚介類に合わせて工夫されています。

(Translated by Google) We went to Pesceco in Shimabara City, Nagasaki Prefecture. We enjoyed a full course meal of dishes made with plenty of local mountain and sea ingredients and the chef's particular attention to detail. The Ariake Sea spreads out before us, the refreshing white interior, and the dishes prepared and served in front of us all felt like a single work of art, and it was a special experience. I would love for you to see, hear, and taste it for yourself. We also had a full pairing of wines, and it was a very satisfying time. Thank you for the meal. ◼️ Course contents Plain Walking on the beach Like ripples Aftertaste Fish & ham Gane plain noodles Bouquet of octopus Seasonal feature One hot pot Citrus fruits This time, a friend kindly included us in the reservation and we visited with 6 people. It is a very popular restaurant, so I think it's a good idea to make a reservation and visit it as a travel destination. It's a restaurant I would like to visit again. (Original) 長崎県島原市のpesceco（ペシコ）さんへ。 地元の山と海のさちをふんだんに使用し、シェフのこだわりが詰まった手間ひまかけて作られるお料理のフルコースを堪能させて頂きました。 目の前に広がる有明海、白を基調とした爽やかな店内、目の前で仕上げて提供される料理、それらが一つの作品と感じられる、特別な体験でした。 是非直接見て聞いて味わって頂きたいです。 ペアリングのワインもフルペアリングで頂き、大満足の時間でした。 ご馳走様でした。 ◼️コース内容 地味 浜辺の散歩 波紋のように 余韻 Fish & ham ガネ素麵 タコの花束 風物詩 ひとつの鍋 柑橘 今回は、友人のご好意で予約にまぜて頂き、6人で伺いました。とても人気なお店なので、予約して、旅の目的地として訪れるのが良いと思います。また訪れたいお店です。

(Translated by Google) Japan Airlines domestic flight to Itami I enjoyed the locally produced food, which was especially delicious even though the vegetables were served on the plane. I really want to enjoy it locally. The boiled red eggplant was especially delicious. appetizer ・Grilled white onions “Uishinoue” special Karasumi appetizer ・Kagoshima black pork coppa ham and melon main ・Shimabari octopus and potato croquettes with red eggplant and tomato stew Yuzu pepper tartar sauce ・Petit bread ·butter dessert ・Shimabara milk mousse with the scent of hojicha from Tosaka Tea Garden, served with red bean paste Late flight arriving in Naha appetizer ・Snow crab and pumpkin salad appetizer ・Braised red eggplant flavored with Etari fish sauce main ・Shrimp and lotus root hamburger with shrimp-flavored sauce and potato puree ・Petit bread ·butter dessert ・Shimabara milk mousse with the scent of hojicha from Tosaka Tea Garden, served with red bean paste (Original) 日本航空 国内線 伊丹便にて 地産地消の料理を楽しめました、特にお野菜が機内という環境でも、味わい深いものでした。是非現地で楽しみたいものです。 特に赤茄子の煮浸しは絶品でした。 アペタイザー ・白ネギのグリル “お魚いのうえ”特製からすみ アペタイザー ・鹿児島黒豚のコッパハムとメロン メイン ・島原産タコとじゃがいものコロッケ　赤茄子トマト煮 柚子胡椒タルタルソース ・プチパン ・バター デザート ・島原牛乳のムース　東坂茶園のほうじ茶の香り　餡子を添えて 下旬　那覇着便 アペタイザー ・ズワイ蟹とパンプキンサラダ アペタイザー ・エタリ魚醤香る赤茄子の煮浸し メイン ・海老と蓮根のハンバーグ　海老風味ソース　じゃがいもピューレ ・プチパン ・バター デザート ・島原牛乳のムース　東坂茶園のほうじ茶の香り　餡子を添えて

(Translated by Google) Recommendation / Course One of the most delicious restaurants in Kyushu. You can feel the attention to detail and deliciousness in everything. I keep coming back. (Original) オススメ / コース 九州で最も美味しいと思うお店のひとつ。全てにおいてこだわりと美味しさを感じる。繰り返し通わせて貰ってます。

(Translated by Google) This Italian restaurant is located on the coast of Shimabara City, Nagasaki Prefecture, but it offers Satohama gastronomy that goes beyond the realm of Italian cuisine. From its location, the ambiance of the restaurant, the quiet music, the excellent ingredients, the combination of ingredients, the aroma, the lingering aftertaste, and the warm hospitality of the head chef, his wife, and all the staff, this restaurant is packed with joy for any diner. The fresh fish shop run by the chef's father next door is also very nice. I believe this is a restaurant that all diners should visit. It reminded me once again that it's important to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and experience this kind of extraordinary feeling from time to time. (Original) 長崎県島原市の海沿いにあるイタリアンですが、イタリアンの範疇を超えた里浜ガストロノミーです。 ロケーション、店内の雰囲気、静かに流れる音色、素晴らしい食材、素材の組み合わせ、香り、余韻、料理長はじめ、奥様、スタッフの方の心地よいおもてなし、このレストランには、食べ手の喜びが、すべて詰まっています。 お隣のお父様の鮮魚店も、とても素敵です。 このお店こそ、すべての食べ手が、訪れるべきお店だと思います。 普段の喧騒から逃れ、時には、こうした非日常感を味わうことも、必要だと、改めて認識させていただきました。

(Translated by Google) I saw it as a great restaurant and was curious about it! By the time the weather turned bad, the sea was pitch black, haha. Go for dinner The couple welcomed us! From start to finish, we will make sure that your meal is delicious. They used wood on the plates and silver and it was so beautiful! What I liked most was Red gamba and fish&ham! Red Gamba and surrounding pickles The pufferfish wrapped in red dressing was so delicious! fish&ham The crispy fried fish was topped with plenty of thinly sliced ​​prosciutto! They used a lot of local ingredients and it was very delicious! I want to go again! (Original) 最高のレストランで見て気になって行きました！ 天候がわるくついた頃には海は真っ暗でした、笑 ディナーでいき ご夫婦で迎えてくれました！ 最初から最後まで丁寧に美味しくしあげていただき、 お皿やシルバーにもきをつかってとってもきれいでした！ 1番すきだったのが 赤いガンバと、fish&hamです！ 赤いガンバは周りのピクルスと 赤いドレッシングに包まれたフグがとてもおいしかったです！ fish&hamは お魚のカリカリのフライに薄くその場でスライスした生ハムがたっぷりのっていました！ 地元の食材をたくさん使っておりとても美味しかったです！ またいきたいです！

(Translated by Google) It's very delicious It was a shop that I would want to go to again! The staff, including the manager, were kind and easy to talk to, and the bento boxes were packed for me.When I ordered it at a sports club, it was extremely delicious and the perfect amount✨The kids enjoyed eating it, and they listened to my requests. This is a very nice shop! If you come to Shimabara, be sure to order a bento for lunch, dinner, excursion, or event! ! This is a store that won't let you lose money! (Original) とても美味しくて また行きたくなるお店でした！ 店長さん達も含めスタッフさんも優しくて話しやすくお弁当もされていてスポーツクラブで注文した際はものすごく美味しくていい、ベストな量でした✨子供たちも喜んで食べてくれてこちらの要望も聞いて下さりとても良いお店です！絶対島原に来たりしたらランチ、ディナー、遠足やイベントの際はお弁当を注文して見てください！！ 損はさせないお店です！

(Translated by Google) I visited on a Sunday afternoon! The store is spacious! Will it be a pub at night? For lunch, you can enjoy various menus using pork! This time, we have a delicious and spicy set meal! There were four of us there, and it seemed like it took a while to be served, but the set meal that came out was large in quantity and very delicious with a strong pork flavor! ! A wonderful set meal restaurant that is sure to be loved by locals! I highly recommend it, if you haven't been yet, please come! ! (Original) 日曜日の昼過ぎに伺いました！ 店内は広め！夜は居酒屋さんになるのでしょうか？ ランチは豚を使った様々なメニューが頂けます！ 今回はそんな中から旨辛定食を！ 4人で伺いましたが提供までは少し時間のかかった印象、しかし出てきた定食は量も多く、豚の旨味のしっかりしたとても美味しい定食でした！！ 地元に愛されているであろう素敵な定食店！ おススメです、まだ行かれた事が無い方は是非！！

(Translated by Google) I ate pork bowl at Maiton. There's plenty of meat on top, and the sauce is not too sweet and has an exquisite taste. The pork soup was also delicious. At 650 yen, the cost performance is quite good. This is the most delicious pork bowl ever! (Original) 舞豚さんで豚丼食べました。お肉ガッツリ乗っててタレも甘過ぎず絶妙なお味。 豚汁も美味でした。650円はコスパかなり良い。今までで1番美味しい豚丼です！

(Translated by Google) I made a reservation and went to the store. A private room was prepared for us. The meat in the shabu-shabu course was fresh and filling. When I asked for dessert, they provided ice cream, but I thought it was too expensive at 350 yen since it was served in a container. (Small cup ice cream for good value) However, the staff's attitude and conversation made me feel very comfortable, so I wanted to go again. Therefore, it is ☆5. (Original) 予約してお店へ行きました。個室を用意していただきました。 シャブシャブコースのお肉は新鮮でお腹いっぱいになりました。デザートをお願いしたら、アイスクリームを用意していただけましたが、さすがに容器のままでの提供で350円は高すぎだと思いました。（お得用の小さいカップアイス） でも、店員さんの態度、声掛けはとっても気持ち良かったので、また行きたいと思えました。なので、☆5です。

(Translated by Google) A restaurant directly managed by the producer where you can eat rare brand pork "Maibuta". Many of our customers are locals, and this is a popular restaurant with deep roots in the area. Not only was the taste of the food delicious, but I was also energized by the gentle smile of the master. Maiton shabu-shabu where you can enjoy the different tastes of each part. The meat has a deep flavor and melts in your mouth. Even after a day has passed, the delicious memories come back easily. By the way, personally, I like shoulder roast. The meat is so refreshing and delicious that even the pork belly is not greasy at all. I can't wait for the vegetables to cook! The vegetables that go into the hot pot are reasonably priced, including the salad bar, for an extra 500 yen, and are fresh and beautiful. (Original) 希少ブランド豚「舞豚」が食べられる生産者直営店。 お客様は地元の方々も多く、地域に根ざした人気店。 お料理の味もおススメですが、優しい笑顔のマスターのお出迎にも元気を貰えました。 部位毎の味の違いが楽しめる舞豚のしゃぶしゃぶ。 深い味わいと、口の中で解けるお肉。 1日経った今も美味しい記憶がすぐに蘇ります。 因みに、個人的には、肩ロースが1好き。 豚バラでさえ全く脂が気にならない程爽やで美味しいお肉。 お野菜に火が通るのを待ってられない！ 鍋に入れるお野菜は、サラダバー含めプラス500円と良心的な上、新鮮でとても綺麗。

(Translated by Google) I had the most popular fried pork set meal. It had a lot of flavor, was soft and delicious! (2023.5.3) (Original) 1番人気の豚唐揚げ定食を頂きました。味がしっかりと付いていて、柔らかくて美味しかった！（2023.5.3）

(Translated by Google) I ordered the all-you-can-eat shabu-shabu. I could add a vegetable bar for 500 yen, and it was very filling. It was delicious. (Original) しゃぶしゃぶ食べ放題を頼みました。 野菜バーが500円で追加でき、とてもお腹いっぱいになりました。美味しかったです。

(Translated by Google) The menu and the real thing are so different, and the tonkatsu is so small! ! There were just an old man and an old woman in the store. I just noticed that the roast pork cutlet has become cheaper, but the fried pork belly is not crispy on the outside and the underside is still not cooked through, and it's only 100 yen cheaper! I would think it would be cheaper (Original) メニューと実物が違いすぎし、トンカツもすごく小さい！！ 店内はおじいさんとおばさん2人だけでてんやわんや ロース勝が安くなりましたののぼりでたちよりましたが、揚げがあまい表はカリッと裏面はまだ上がってないし、100円だけ安くなってる！ もっと安くなってるのかと思っちゃうよね

(Translated by Google) I stopped by because I wanted to eat pork cutlet, but sometimes I couldn't tell if the meat tasted like pork or chicken. However, I will come back because I can get free refills of the rice, miso soup, and cabbage. (Original) とんかつが食べたくて寄りましたが、肉の味が今一つ豚か鶏か分からない時もあります。でも、ご飯、味噌󠄀汁、キャベツ、おかわり自由なのでリピします

(Translated by Google) It's quite late at noon today, so there are no shops open. At times like this, Katsu Hama, who serves the lunch menu until 5pm, is really helpful. Along with Toyoken, Meijiya, and Shoshin in Hamacho, this is one of the restaurants that got me so excited when I went out to eat when I was a kid. Especially when I tried Dutch cutlet🇳🇱 for the first time, I was shocked by how delicious it was. Half a century later, many of the original stores have closed, but Mr. Hamakatsu is steadily increasing the number of stores. A certain tonkatsu restaurant that is famous as a national chain does not expand to Nagasaki. Today, I ordered the most popular lunch dish, the loin and chicken cutlet set meal. It has a stable taste and is affordable at less than 1000 yen. When I was a student, I used to compete with my friends for extra food after returning from club activities, but now I can barely finish it (lol). I had a delicious meal while remembering things from the past. (Original) 今日はお昼がかなり遅くなってしまったので開いてるお店がありません。 そんな時にランチメニューを17時までやってる濱かつさんは本当に助かります。 浜町の東洋軒、メイジヤ、松新と並び私が子供の頃外食に連れて行ってもらうとテンションが爆上がりしてたお店のひとつ。 特にオランダかつ🇳🇱を初めて食べた時はあまりの美味さに衝撃を受けたなぁ。 半世紀も経つと当時のお店も閉店した所が多い中、濱かつさんは着実に店舗を増やし頑張っておられますね。 全国チェーンで有名な某とんかつ屋さんもさすがに長崎には進出しません。 今日はランチ1番人気のロースとチキンかつ定食を注文しました。 安定のお味で1000円を切る手頃さ。 学生の頃は部活帰りに仲間と競うようにお代わりしてたものですが今は完食がやっと（笑） 昔の事をしみじみ思い出しながら美味しくいただきました。

(Translated by Google) I went there for the first time in 5 years and the quality has gone down! Too bad! I will never go again. I think it's totally fried! The fried shrimp was so hard it was the worst. Also, the couple sitting next to me waited impatiently for the wife's dish to arrive and the husband's to arrive. By the time I finished eating, my husband's food was being served. That's impossible. I think you should think about the store a little more. (Original) 5年ぶりに行ったんですが質が落ちてました！残念です！もう二度行きません。全体的に揚げすぎだと思います！海老フライ硬すぎて最悪でした。それと隣の席のご夫婦は奥さんが先に注文した料理来て旦那さんの料理が来るのを待っていましたが痺れを切らして食べていました。食べ終わった頃に旦那さんの料理が提供されていました。そんな事ありえないです。もう少し、お店は考えた方がいいと思います。

(Translated by Google) Was the review deleted? I couldn't find it, so I'm reposting it. This happened when I visited the store about a year ago. An elderly male employee yelled at a foreign employee in front of other customers. He was arrogant from start to finish. This is not something you should do in front of customers. I felt very uncomfortable. I felt sorry for the foreigner being scolded in front of everyone, like he was being made a spectacle. Maybe the word "foreigner" was a no-no? Did it get deleted? lol There were other reviews that mentioned foreigners, lol (Original) 口コミ削除された？ 見つける事が出来なかったので 再投稿します。 約1年前に来店した時の事です。 外国人の従業員を客の前で 怒鳴りつける老人(男)の店員。 終始横柄な態度でした。 客の前でする事ではありません。 非常に嫌な気持ちになりました。 人前で見せ物のように 怒られる外国人が可哀想だった。 もしかして外国人のワードが アウト？ 消されてる？w 他にも外国人の事 書いてある口コミあったのにw

(Translated by Google) I used it for lunch! Chicken cutlet set meal was 1300 yen. Rice, miso soup, pickles, and cabbage With all you can eat I'm full. The batter was crispy and you could call it chicken. The flesh is soft It was delicious. I guess it's not expensive for a pork cutlet restaurant. I am reluctant to spend more than 1,000 yen per meal. Thank you for the meal! (Original) ランチで利用しました！ チキンカツ定食1300円でしたが ご飯と味噌汁、漬物、キャベツが 食べ放題ともあって お腹いっぱいになりました。 衣はサクサクでチキンといえど 肉質は柔らかいので 美味しくいただけました。 トンカツ屋としては決して高い訳ではないのでしょうが 一食千円越えはさすがに抵抗あります。 ごちそうさまでした！

(Translated by Google) Visited in January 2023. There is a parking lot behind the store. On this day, there were many customers and there were few staff members, so it took quite a while for the food to come out after ordering. Also, I was disappointed that the tonkatsu was fried too much, and the tonkatsu was hard and oily, rather than the taste of Hamakatsu's tonkatsu that I usually eat locally. I think it's probably not always like this, so I'd like to visit again. (Original) 2023年1月に訪問。 店の裏側に駐車場があります。 この日はお客が多くスタッフ数が少ない為か、注文した後出てくるまで結構時間がかかりました。 また残念だったのが、とんかつを揚げすぎたのかいつも地元で食べている浜勝さんのとんかつの味ではなく、固くて油っこいとんかつでした。 恐らくいつもこうではないと思うので、また再訪したいと思います。

Friendly and helpful staff.

You were in one of ownage pranks videos, I hope I can visit you someday !

The usual

(Translated by Google) I know there will be traffic jams, so I try to time my order to get one just before they switch to lunchtime McDonald's. This time, I arrived at 10:28, two minutes early, so I couldn't buy it. I could have waited, but I didn't want to be stuck in traffic, so I bought breakfast. I wanted fries. I know it's my fault, but can't they do something about the two minutes? People who buy lunchtime McDonald's here might need to be more patient. Also, they often put things in the wrong place. (Original) 渋滞するのがわかっているから昼マックに切り替わるタイミングをねらっています 今回１０:２８分2分早く来てしまい買えませんでした待ってもよかったのですが渋滞が嫌なので朝マックを買いました ポテトが食べたかったです こちらが悪いと思いますが2分くらいどうにかならないのかな？ ここで昼マック買う人は忍耐が必要かもしれません あと入れ間違いが多いです

(Translated by Google) September 2025 I tried the "Tsukimi Muffin." As a fall staple, it was as delicious as I expected. (Original) 2025.9 「月見マフィン」をいただきました。 秋の定番商品になっているだけあって、期待通りおいしかったです。

(Translated by Google) I guess they forgot to put it in when my daughters came home after taking out the takeaway this time. I called to say that there was an item that was missing, and they were very polite and delivered it to my house right away. The service was very pleasant, so I will use your service again. (Original) 今回娘達がテイクアウトして帰って来てくれた際に多分入れ忘れだったんでしょうねぇ。入ってない商品があり電話をしたところ、とても丁寧な対応で直ぐに自宅まで届けてくださいました。とても気持ちが良い対応だったので、またご利用させていただきます。

(Translated by Google) The drive-through seems to be quite crowded during certain times and on holidays, as the site is not very large. There is a sign that says "please enter the drive-through from this side", but there are still people who cut in line regardless, so I think something should be done to prevent this. (Original) ドライブスルーで時間帯や休日は敷地があまり広くないこともあり、かなり混雑している印象です。ドライブスルーはこちらからみたいなのあるが、そんなのお構いなしに割り込む輩がいるので、その対策はなにかしらするべきかと。

Visited in July 2025 (International Terminal only) One of the reasons why this airport is great (for its users) is that it's located right in the downtown, with a subway line connecting both places. One even can walk from the shinkansen station to the international terminal in 30 minutes or slightly more if he/she is especially in a mood of a walk or a bit energetic. The international terminal itself is well designed, easy to use, and stylish for a medium-sized airport. I saw some reviews posted some months ago complaining the lackluster quantity of seating in the airside - can confirm this problem is largely rectified.

Fukuoka Airport is a great airport. Clean, well-maintained, and very organized. Facilities are modern, signage is clear, and the overall layout makes it easy to navigate. Staff are friendly and efficient, making the travel experience smooth from check-in to boarding. A pleasant gateway to Kyushu!

Having passed through the newly renovated Fukuoka Airport in 2024, I was thoroughly impressed. While it retains its compact and manageable size, the updates have given it a wonderfully fresh and refreshing feel, making it a very pleasant place to arrive or depart from. The greatest advantage remains its incredible convenience. Its location is unbeatable, being one of the closest airports to a major city center in the world. The addition of free shuttle rides from the international terminal to the subway station is a fantastic touch, making the commute into the heart of Fukuoka an absolute breeze. It’s a model of efficiency and user-friendly design.

Such a pleasant little airport—compact, efficient, and actually quite pretty compared to many other international airports in Asia. Immigration was smooth and quick, plenty of seating areas, and a few lounges to relax in. Pro tip: take the metro to the last stop, Fukuoka Airport, then follow the exit for the free shuttle to the international terminal. It’s super quick, a short walk, and way easier than expected!

Be aware that the international and domestic terminals are in separate locations — you’ll need to take a shuttle bus for about 5–10 minutes. The airport itself is efficient, clean, and easy to navigate. Plenty of shops inside, with just the right balance — not overwhelming, but enough variety to find what you need. Security lines move quickly, making it one of Japan’s better airports for smooth travel.

Fukuoka Airport leaves a mixed impression. On the positive side, the international terminal is clean, modern, and well maintained, with clear signage, spotless restrooms, free baggage carts, and a wide range of restaurants and souvenir shops. 👌 On the negative side, the connection (about 25 minutes) between the international terminal and the metro station located at the domestic terminal is a hassle. Passengers are forced to take a free shuttle bus, often standing with their luggage, just to cross the airfield. 🥴

Nothing beats a direct flight to FUK. Fukuoka Airport is probably Japan's best airport in terms of proximity to the city centre. It is so convenient! Some tips for the airport: When you enter the arrival lobby and see the information centre and Tully's, the JR pass exchange counter is to your left. Next to it is a seasonal fruit store where you can score some great tasting produce. The SIM card/WiFi counters are on the right towards Lawson. Straight ahead is the bus berth taking you to Hakata, Dazaifu, Yufuin (if you want to hit the ground running!) The newly opened Food Hall you heard about is located in the transit area of departure terminal. The subway is exactly located at the domestic terminal, so if that's your mode of transport, take a shuttle over where you can also purchase their regional IC card (nimoca). You can also purchase Sugoca from the bus ticketing counter facing the road. We took the airport bus to Hakata, a 15-20 minutes ride to Hakata station, a main transport hub of Kyushu. The bus isn't very well-equiped in terms of luggage space, like a pre-converted bus that hasn't decided to leave it's day job.

Early July 2025. Small airport. Airport bus took about 40 minutes to reach here. As the counters have opening hours and the international checkin is a small area, I didn’t know where the checkin counters were. I went up to the second floor where the actual departure custom is located. Then I went back to first floor realizing the closed area is actually the checkin counter. I can extrapolate that if the airport is crowded, it might be pretty long queue for airlines without dedicated counters. The international departure has only one duty free shop and one tea room for tea. If you want to shop or eat at restaurants, after the custom, you move to the left into the domestic departure area. Then you have to go through the scanning again when you come back to international departure area. So those pictures you saw about restaurants and shopping belong to the domestic departure area. If you do not have luggage, you may want to explore. I have hand carried stuffs and didn’t want the hassle of baggage check again. So what you see in my photos here are the whole area of international area. That’s all. Two minutes walk one round. If you want shopping, go and pop into local departure area.

A cheerful and convenient airport full of Kumamon charm and One Piece fun! Kumamoto Airport is a wonderful regional airport that perfectly captures the spirit of Kumamoto. As soon as you arrive, you’re greeted by Kumamon, the beloved bear mascot of the prefecture, along with One Piece-themed decorations throughout the terminal. The playful designs and cheerful atmosphere make travelers — both kids and adults — feel happy and excited from the moment they step inside. The airport is modern, clean, and easy to navigate. The first floor has several restaurants and souvenir shops, offering local specialties such as Kumamoto ramen and sweets, perfect for a quick meal before your flight or a last-minute gift. Domestic flight facilities are efficient, and check-in and security are generally smooth and well-organized. While it’s a smaller airport, it’s very well-equipped — there are convenient seating areas, charging points, and clear signage in English and Japanese. Transportation to and from the city is also straightforward, with bus connections to central Kumamoto. Overall, Kumamoto Airport combines functionality and local charm beautifully — a happy and welcoming gateway to Kyushu that leaves you smiling whether you’re arriving or departing.

Nestled in Mashiki, about 13 km northeast of Kumamoto city center, Kumamoto Airport serves as the main gateway to Kyushu and combines modern design with regional charm. Its new terminal, opened in March 2023, blends safety and aesthetics into a travel-friendly layout.

Small airport Domestic and international airport are same as the building. International airport gate will available for duty freeshop , the waiting seated room ,small macha tea cafe and vendingmashing ( can use the kakao pay)

Kumamoto Airport may not be as large as major hubs like Narita, but it offers an excellent travel experience. The airport is very clean and well-maintained, creating a pleasant atmosphere for travelers. One thing that stood out to me was the kindness and helpfulness of the staff. When we arrived, our luggage was already lined up and neatly arranged a small detail, but it speaks volumes about the efficiency and respect embedded in Japanese culture. Everything felt organized and stress-free, making it a smooth start to our trip. Highly recommended for anyone traveling to Kumamoto!

Pretty awesome place to pay a visit with family! The airport is pretty compact and small, but it is really convenient. Personal recommend: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Family-friendly: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Date for couples: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Parking lot: ◯ Services/meals/products/design: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Baby room/accessible toilet: ◯ Cleanness: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

God awful airport. Sign said international passengers could use the shopping in domeestic departures, i tried to do this only to be told to go away by security. You can't even go through security until 90 mins before intl flights. Shockingly bad representation of kunamoto's government. Airport bus is confusing too

Typical rural airport 35-40 mins to/from Nagasaki central area by bus Shops, cafes and restaurants available Good to use the ovservation deck with nice tarmac with sea view

Nice, clean, manageable. There are small SNA feast stores, convenient and cheap for an airport. Make sure you shop on the right side of the security control!

Nice and small airport. Pleasant observation deck!

It's a small but clean and tidy airport. Outside of the city and far away but there are limousine bus which are convenient. The airport atmosphere is nice and easily manageable They also set a nice observatory view which is great to have fresh air and kids can play. They also provided toilets there Ships and restaurants available Security check is easy and quick

I took the airport limousine bus (1200¥) within minutes of my plane's arrival from Tokyo. I bought the ticket from the vending machine and joined the Q at platform no. 5. I managed to secure a window seat. Those passengers who boarded later had to sit on seemingly uncomfortable seats in the middle row or in the aisle. I gave the ticket to the driver when I alighted at my stop-Chuobashi. If I'd dutifully topped up my IC card, I'd use the card instead.

Such nice view from both side of airport, please go up observation desk on 3/f for a look. Airport itself equips good transportation and signage. You can find shops and restaurant mainly on 2/f.

The Airport built in 1975 and supported a Concord has become small decades later. If taking an expensive taxi is not an option when traveling downtown ie the Shinchimachi, the only convenient traveling to and from the Airport is to use its 20-minute interval limousine bus costing just Yen 900 each way (around 80 minutes). I bought a ticket upon departure on Nov 23, 2018 and when I returned on November 27, I paid cash when alighting!