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SIGHTSEEING
A journey through nature and history on Oshima
Oshima is an island with a population of approximately 6,000 people, located approximately 4km west of the Nishisonogi Peninsula in Nagasaki Prefecture.
In the early Showa period, it flourished as a ``coal mining town'' and is now known as a ``shipbuilding town.''
Experience Oshima's history and spend a relaxing time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life in a town full of nature.
Oshima area
Oshima Tomato Farm
Oshima tomatoes are the "First" variety, and have a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. Growing with less water concentrates the flavor and creates a rich flavor. Harvest season is from early February to early May. (It will vary depending on the growth situation.)
Oshima tomato juice
Tomato juice made with fresh tomatoes from our tomato farm is also available at the bar and breakfast buffet. You can also purchase at the hotel shop.
Oshima Sake Brewery
``Choucho-san'' is an authentic shochu made using Beni Azuma grapes grown in Oshima's warm climate and brewed with the famous water of ``Isa no Urakawa''. The barley shochu ``Itsou no Yakko'' and ``Daifukucho'' are both fragrant and easy to drink. It is also possible to tour the brewery. You can enjoy Oshima Sake Brewery's shochu at the bar "Yamabuki" on the 3rd floor of the hotel.
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Oshima Bridge
On November 11, 1999, the memorable day of 11:11:11, Oshima Ohashi Bridge (total length: 1,095m) opened, making transportation convenient. The chalk bridge, set in the midst of the blue sea and lush nature surrounding it, is also the perfect spot for commemorative photos.
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Oshima Shipyard
It began operations in June 1974 and mainly built bulk carriers. We have a high level of technology and sell more than 30 ships a year all over the world.
*Shipyard tours are available free of charge to guests staying at the hotel.
*Shipyard tours are not available from July to August.
*Reservations must be made at least 2 days in advance. Please note that reservations may not be possible depending on the situation at the shipyard.
Reservations/Inquiries 0959-34-5511 -
Sakito Town
Sakito Town is a neighboring town a little further from Oshima. It prospered as a whaling town during the Edo period and as a coal mining town from the Meiji to Showa periods. The Sakito History and Folklore Museum exhibits materials and lifestyles from that time. There are still traces of coal left on the sandy beach, and you can feel the vestiges of the past.
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Yurigadake Park
This park is located on Mt. Yurigatake, located in the center of Oshima. From the whirlpool-shaped observation deck, you can see the surrounding area of Oshima, and a wonderful view awaits you. In spring, the cherry blossoms bloom profusely, the night sky is full of stars, and the sea is lit by fishing fires, creating a magical scenery.
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Sunset spot (Otao)
Beautiful sunsets can be seen all over the island, but we recommend watching the sunset from this spot. You can see Katashima floating in the sea, and if you're lucky, you can see the atmospheric scenery of shipbuilding passing by.
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Okama Beach
Oshima's only beach. It is equipped with a beach house, showers, etc. Enjoy the clear cobalt blue sea, white sandy beach, and feel the pleasant breeze. You can also enjoy fishing along the coast.
Neighborhood area
Huis Ten Bosch
A flower and light theme park located in Sasebo, Nagasaki Prefecture. The venue, which is one of the largest in Japan, recreates a European-themed cityscape, making you feel like you're in a foreign country. You can enjoy seasonal flowers and fantastic illuminations almost all year round.
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Nagasaki Church Group
This is a group of heritage sites that testify to the tradition of Hidden Christians who continued their faith in the absence of missionaries due to the ban on Christianity. In 2018, it was registered as a cultural heritage site as a "Hidden Christian Site in the Nagasaki and Amakusa Regions."
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Nanatsugama Limestone Cave
The Nanatsukama limestone caves, which rose from the ocean floor about 30 million years ago, are unique in the world and have characteristics that are completely different from other limestone caves due to their material and age.
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sound bath museum
It is a relaxing space where you can forget the time while listening to records and feel the music with your whole body and soul. The building is a restored branch of a closed elementary school, and has become a relaxing spot with a nostalgic Showa era scent.
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Arita/Imari
Arita Town, the birthplace of Japanese porcelain located in western Saga Prefecture, is famous for its Arita ware. In the early 17th century, Lee Sam-pyeong discovered pottery stone, the raw material for porcelain, in Izumiyama, Arita, and fired Japan's first porcelain. Since then, it has become a representative pottery of Japan, known as Arita ware from Saga.
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Kujukushima
Kujukushima is an archipelago with a ria-style coastline that stretches along the west coast of the Kitamatsuura Peninsula between Sasebo City and Hirado City in Nagasaki Prefecture, and the entire area is designated as the Saikai National Park.
Cruising information
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Cruising around Oshima
The plan is to go under the Oshima Ohashi Bridge on the cruiser boat "Olive" and tour around Oshima in about 60 minutes. *Service will be canceled during the Private Life & Beach service period.
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Kujukushima sightseeing cruise
Kujukushima boasts the highest density of islands in Japan. The forest of the islands casts shadows on the water surface, and the scenery changes every moment as the sunlight changes, giving you a never-ending impression no matter how many times you visit.
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Private life & beach
It is also possible to visit and use the private beach by cruiser boat. Enjoy the beautiful beaches to your heart's content. Barbecue is also available. *Limited to guests staying during the summer period.
About usage
- Each cruising plan is exclusive to hotel guests.
- For reservations, please contact the inquiry desk below by 17:00 three days in advance.
- The service will be closed on Mondays and Tuesdays due to maintenance.
- Banquet reservations/inquiries
- 0959-34-5511(Reception hours 9:00-17:00)
