Nearby sightseeing

The 208 islands stretching 25km north from the outside of Sasebo Bay to the Hirado Strait are known as the Kujukushima Islands, and are the most densely populated group in Japan.
Together with Hirado Islands and Goto Islands, it is designated as part of Saikai National Park.
The beautiful scenery created by the blue sky, sea, and green island is one of the most scenic spots in the country.

【From our hotel】Within walking distance
【Tel】Sasebo Tourism Information Center:0956-22-6630

Enjoy sightseeing boats and yacht sailing in the "Saikai National Park Kujuku Islands" area.
An ocean resort facility with sea kayaking, an aquarium, and more.
It is a tourist spot that can be enjoyed by couples and families alike.
Oyster festivals are also held in the fall and winter.

【From our hotel】5-minute walk
【Location】1008 Kashimae Town, Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture
【Tel】0956-28-4187

The beautiful white-hulled sightseeing boat "Pearl Queen" operates regular daytime services around the blue sea and green islands,
There is a limited-time sunset cruise where you can watch the beautiful sunset over Kujuku Islands.
In addition, the sightseeing boat "Mirai," which has a pirate hat motif,
Events will be held on board during the summer holidays.

【From our hotel】Within walking distance
【Location】1008 Kashimae Town, Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture
【Tel】Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort:0956-28-4187

A community-based aquarium dedicated to recreating the rich ecosystem of Kujuku Islands.
The aquarium is an outdoor large tank filled with natural light, and features charming dolphins,
There is a corner where jellyfish found around Kujuku Islands are exhibited with sound, light and video effects.
There are plenty of things to see.

【From our hotel】5-minute walk
【Location】1008 Kashimae Town, Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture
【Tel】Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort:0956-28-4187

Even though Saikai National Park is made up of many islands, this is a park that can be enjoyed by land.
The facility is wheelchair accessible, and visitors can enjoy the rare flowers of Sasebo.
It's a great course for a stroll around the hotel.

【From our hotel】15 minutes on foot
【Location】1008 Kashimae Town, Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture
【Tel】0959-56-3111

Lions, cheetahs, Taishu horses, white-handed gibbons, red pandas and more live here.
A zoo and botanical garden with a dome-shaped greenhouse where you can enjoy 500 species of subtropical plants.
The three-story penguin house, which has the largest ceiling tank in Japan (80m in length), is also popular.

【From our hotel】8 minutes by car
【Location】2172 Funakoshi Town, Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture
【Tel】0956-28-0011

Huis Ten Bosch is a comprehensive resort facility where many events are held throughout the year.
It is a tourist facility that represents Western Kyushu.
Many guests staying at Hanamizuki are also guests who are enjoying sightseeing at Huis Ten Bosch.

【From our hotel】25 minutes by car
【Location】1-1 Huis Huis Ten Bosch -cho Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture
【Tel】0570-064-110

Because it has the lowest altitude among the observation points in Kujuku Islands Eight Views,
Kujuku Islands come into view right before your eyes, offering a spectacular view.
Kujuku Islands seen from here is as beautiful as a sumi-e painting, even on a rainy day.
You can enjoy the beautiful Kujuku Islands no matter what the weather.

【From our hotel】About 5-minute drive
【Location】147 Funakoshi Town, Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture
【Tel】Sasebo Tourism Information Center:0956-22-6630

This observation deck is located at the top of Ishidake, 191m above sea level, and is closer to the sea than Yumiharidake.
A great place to view Kujuku Islands.
From here you can enjoy a 360 degree view,
Many photographers, both professional and amateur, visit the spot to take in the impressive views of the islands below.

【From our hotel】About 15-minute drive
【Location】2277 Funakoshicho, Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture
【Tel】Sasebo Tourism Information Center:0956-22-6630

This observation deck is famous for being the most beautiful place to see the southern part Kujuku Islands.
In the park around the observation deck, rape blossoms bloom in spring and cosmos bloom in autumn.
It is crowded with many people every year.
*The observation deck is about 100m walk from the parking lot.

【From our hotel】20-minute drive
【Location】399 Shimofunakoshi Town, Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture

Ferries and high-speed boats operate from Sasebo Port to Ojika Island.
As a beautiful Japanese island, it is also visited by students on school trips from overseas.
This is an island that has been much talked about in recent years.
This is a place you should definitely visit when you are in Sasebo.

【From our hotel】2 hours by ferry
【Location】Fuefuki-go, Ojika-cho, Kitamatsuura-gun, Nagasaki Prefecture
【Tel】Sasebo Tourism Information Center:0956-22-6630

A brick church on Kuroshima that was completed in 1902.
In addition to bricks, the island's specialty granite and Arita ware tiles are also used.
It is one of the "Churches and Christian-related Heritage in Nagasaki" that was designated an Important Cultural Property by the nation in 1998.
*Tours must be arranged in advance
(Nagasaki Churches Information Center:095-823-7650)

【From our hotel】1 hour by ferry from Ainoura Port
【Location】3333 Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture
【Tel】Sasebo Tourism Information Center:0956-22-6630