Spots in Sasebo Area

  • Kujukushima Aquarium Umi Kirara
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    4.0
    237 Reviews
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Nagasaki Pref. Saseboshi Kashimaechou 1008
    An aquarium located in Kashimaecho. Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture which focuses on presenting exhibits which recreate the diverse marine ecosystem of the Kujuku Islands. The Kujukushima Bay Grand Aquarium exhibit, home to some 13,000 individual marine creatures spread across 120 species illuminated by glittering sunlight, is the facility’s crown jewel. Some of the aquarium’s highlights include the soothing Jellyfish Symphony Dome in which jellyfish slowly float amidst phantasmal lights, and shows which show the fantastical abilities of the park’s dolphins. Note: Due to construction lasting from May 10 to July 5, 2017, dolphin shows will not be held until July 14, 2017.

    Kujukushima Aquarium has the Japan’s largest Jellyfish Symphony Dome. Tourists can enjoy the dolphin dance show at the 2nd floor. The show organized 3 times everyday for 15 min. Also, watch the are...

  • Palace Huis Ten Bosch
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Nagasaki Pref. Saseboshi Huis Ten Bosch Town 1-1
    A palace recreated deep inside the Huis Ten Bosch theme park. The structure, built with special permission from the royal family of the Netherlands, is a faithful recreation of the palace where Queen Beatrix lives. The Baroque style garden which extends behind the palace is a recreation of the Great Garden which was designed for the Dutch royal family. Inside the palace, visitors will find the Huis Ten Bosch Art Museum, whose collection includes etchings by Rembrandt.
  • Yumiharidake Observatory
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    4.0
    127 Reviews
    Travel / Tourism
    Nagasaki Pref. Saseboshi Onochou
    An observatory located on Mt. Yumiharidake in Ono-cho, Sasebo City. Visitors can get a sweeping view of the natural beauty of the Kujuku Islands and the Goto Sea, as well as Sasebo City to the east and Sasebo Port to the south. In the evening, visitors can take in the glittering cityscape and isaribi firelight lure fishing; in spring, cherry blossoms blooming in profusion in the area.

    Walked to the top from the Navy base on a rainy day, I wasnt blessed with the view looking down but I still loved the location.

  • Kujukushima Zoo & Botanical Garden Mori Kirara
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    4.0
    59 Reviews
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Nagasaki Sasebo-shi Funakoshicho 2172
    This zoo and botanical garden, situated on a rise commanding a view of Saikai National Park Kujukushima below, focuses on relaxation and the nature of the Kujuku Islands. The zoo presents around 60 species of animals such as lions and Amur leopard cats; there's also a penguin exhibit which boasts one of the largest overhead aquariums in Japan. The zoo also offers a full array of programs, including guided tours and animal feeding sessions, as well as rides on Taishu horses, a rare breed of horse of which only around 50 live in all of Japan. The zoo's greenhouse garden and grounds have been planted with some 1,200 species of plants; the 3,000-square-meter rose garden, in particular, is a must see in the spring and fall when its beautiful roses bloom in profusion.

    If you present proof that you live in the city of Sasebo, you can get in for cheaper. Good penguin exhibit, where you walk under the glass-bottom pool and look up to see them swimming above you...

  • Nagasaki Prefectural Saikaibashi Park
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    4.5
    63 Reviews
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Nagasaki Sasebo-shi Hariohigashimachi 2678
    A park located in Hario Higashi-machi, Sasebo City and Seihi-cho, Saikai City. Maintained at the foots of the Saikai Bridge and Shinsaikai Bridge which span these two cities, facilities include observatories with sweeping views of the whirling tides of the Hario Strait, a fun obstacle course, artificial turf sledding hill, and a walking path around the Shinsaikai Bridge. Some 1,000 cherry trees come into bloom on the grounds in the spring, and during this time a spring whirlpool festival is also held here.

    The park is large, and there are many play areas for kids, but the biggest attraction for us was the giant slide. For 300 yen/hr, you can rent a sled that allows you to slide down a giant artificial...

  • Domtoren
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    4.0
    86 Reviews
    Travel / Tourism
    Nagasaki Sasebo-shi Huis Ten Bosch machi 1-1
    Located in Tower City within the Huis Ten Bosch theme park in Sasebo City, the 105-meter-high tower is the symbol of the facility and can be seen from all areas of Huis Ten Bosch. 80 meters above ground level, it has an observation deck overlooking Huis Ten Bosch and Omura Bay, as well as a premium sky lounge where you can relax while admiring the scenery. At night, you can enjoy the illuminated night view of Huis Ten Bosch.

    ハウステンボスで一番高い建物であり、そのシンボルとしてそびえ建っているのが「ドムトールン」です。高さは105mあり、地上80mの最上階は展望台になっています。 展望台からは、昼間はハウステンボス内が一望でき、大村湾も望むことができました。夜は、世界最大級と称されるイルミネーションが素晴らしかったです。イルミネーションは広い園内の多くの場所で行われていて、それぞれを近くで見ることも素晴らしいんで...

  • Hario Musen Tokoro
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    4.0
    55 Reviews
    Travel / Tourism
    Nagasaki Sasebo-shi Harionakamachi 382

    A real historical and important WW2 site that still remains in Nagasaki to this day, is called the Hario Transmission Towers. They were the starting point of the message sent by officials to proceed...

  • The Paradise Garden Sasebo
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    3.5
    49 Reviews
    Accommodations / Hot Spring
    Nagasaki Pref. Saseboshi Sakiokachou 853-12
    This resort hotel is located in Sakioka-cho, Sasebo City. The hot spring facilities can also be used for day-trips, and use sodium hydrogen - carbonate spring water. Besides a large public bath with a Jacuzzi and eight private rooms with Japanese cypress baths, stone baths and rock baths, you can also use the sauna and massages. It also has many restaurants including a buffet restaurant, seafood restaurant with live fish tank, barbecue grill restaurant, and a cafe and lounge.

    長崎県のクーポンを利用しての宿泊だったので5,000円割引状態でした。部屋は新館できれいでした。1Fにランドリーがありました。浴室はシャワーのみですが、大浴場利用なので使いませんでした。部屋はビジネスホテルなどよりかなり広めです。トイレも広く中にはいると自動でふたが開くタイプでした。食事は時間を指定してのビュッフェでテーブル以外はマスク着用で、使い捨ての手袋が用意されていました。夕食のステーキはや...

  • Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Nagasaki Pref. Saseboshi Kashimaechou 1008
    This is a resort park focusing on marine leisure, filled with the charm of the Kujukushima sea. One can enjoy marine sports such as yachting and sea kayaking, or take a tour on a sightseeing boat. With an aquarium, souvenir shop and restaurant too, it is gaining popularity especially with families bringing children.
  • Tenkaiho
    Travel / Tourism
    Nagasaki Pref. Saseboshi Shimofunakoshichou 399
    The Kujukushima Islands, comprised of a complex ria coast and some 200 interwoven islands, offers superb scenery. This observation platform overs a 180-degree panorama of the area. Of the many viewing platforms in the Sasebo area, this one is particularly popular thanks to its excellent view. The area is covered with rape blossoms in spring and cosmos in fall, and many come just to view these beautiful sights.
  • Mikawachiyaki Museum
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    4.5
    18 Reviews
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Nagasaki Sasebo-shi Mikawachihonmachi 343
    Located along Route 35 in Mikawachi Honmachi, Sasebo City, this museum exhibits excellent works of Mikawachi Pottery, a traditional craft with a 400-year history from the early Edo period to contemporary artists, and offers hands-on activities such as painting and openwork carving. The museum is also adjacent to the Sasebo City Utsuwa Historical Museum, where visitors can learn about the history of Sasebo pottery, including Mikawachi ware.

    佐世保線三河内駅近くにあります。車利用で佐世保に行ったので立ち寄りました。江戸-明治時代の白磁の作品や現代作家の作品が展示されています。三川内焼の名作を多く拝見させていただきました。しかも入館無料でした。絵付け・透かし彫り体験などもできますが、10名以上での申し込みとなっていたので断念しました。素朴な感じの焼き物に魅力を感じました。

  • Umegae Sake Brewery Co., Ltd.
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    4.5
    15 Reviews
    Travel / Tourism
    Nagasaki Pref. Saseboshi Joumachou 317
    "This sake brewery is located in Joma-cho, Sasebo City. Founded in the Edo period (1603-1868), it brews Japanese sake and shochu, including the brand-name sake ""Umegae."" It has also received high praise at the Annual Japan Sake Awards. It conducts free tours of the brewery (reservations required), and you can purchase products and learn about the brewing process and taste samples."

    Umegae Sake Brewery is more than just Japanese Rice Wine otherwise known as Sake. It is a cultural, tasting and most of all, a true Japanese Traditional Experience.. The staff are friendly, have...

  • Kozakibana Park
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Nagasaki Sasebo-shi Kosazacho Kusudomari 354-1
    "A park located in Kusudomari Kosaza-cho, Sasebo City. The park covers an area called Kozakibana which is the westernmost tip of the Japanese mainland. Facilities include a monument denoting Japan's westernmost point, and the ""four poles exchange"" monument created with Wakkanai City, Nemuro City, and Minamiosumi Town in Kagoshima Prefecture. There's also a scenic overlook deck and a seaside walking path."
  • Fukuishi Kannon Seigan-ji Temple
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    4.0
    15 Reviews
    Travel / Tourism
    Nagasaki Sasebo-shi Fukuishicho 24-5
    "Located along Route 35 in Fukuishi-cho, Sasebo City, this temple enshrines the eleven-faced Kannon, said to have been carved by the monk Gyoki in 710, and is one of the ""Seven Kannon of Kyushu""."

    ハウステンボス旅行の初日に、奥さんの趣味の御朱印をもらいにこちらの福石観音にレンタカーで来ました。駐車場が見つからなく、別の狭い路地に見つけた一般の有料駐車場に止め、15分程歩いて行きました。到着して分かりましたが、道路から赤い鳥居をくぐった奥に専用駐車場があり、そこからだと歩いて0分でした(^_^;)。神社には誰もいない感じでしたが、1つ目の階段の手前か、登った左側に小さな小屋が有って、中にいた...

  • Roadside Station Sasebox 99
    Transportation
    Nagasaki Pref. Saseboshi Atagochou 11
    "This roadside station along Prefectural Route 11 is located in Atago-cho, Sasebo City. In the food hall, there are many local gourmet shops such as ""Tenshin Paozukan"" known for their jumbo gyoza dumplings, ""Military Shokudo"" with Sasebo burgers, ""Hachinoya"" with lemon steak, and ""Kakehashi Suisan"" with dried fish and local fish. In addition, there is also a specialty store selling famous products such as Kujuku Island oysters, Sasebo Saikai mikan oranges, Sechibaru green tea and Nagasaki wagyu beef, and an event hall."
  • Sasebo City Museum Shimanose Art Center
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    4.0
    13 Reviews
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Nagasaki Sasebo-shi Shimanosecho 6-22
    The museum is located in Shimanose Park along Route 35 in Shimanose-cho, Sasebo City, and displays artifacts from the Senpukuji Cave, a nationally designated historical site in Setogoshi, Sasebo City, in the archaeological exhibition room.

    訪問時は地元で出土した土器などの発掘品の展示をしていました。また石器時代の生活風景、人骨の比較なども展示しています。無料で入館出来ますよ。

  • Roadside Station Takarajima
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    3.5
    2 Reviews
    Transportation
    Nagasaki Pref. Matsurashi Takashimachoukouzakimen 1636
    "A roadside station situated along Prefectural Route 109 in Kozakimen Takashima-cho, Matsuura City. The station sells local specialty products, including local agricultural products and seafood; foods made with the area's famous Japanese pufferfish; and ""Takashima Castella"" cakes made with sweet spring, a citrus fruit grown on Takashima which is a hybrid between satsuma mandarins and Hassaku oranges. The station's restaurant serves fresh sashimi and Japanese pufferfish set meals, Takashima chanpon noodle, and the ""Otokomeshi"" rice bowl topped with local seafood."

    道の駅に隣接して小さな食堂 まつばらがあります。 平日の午後2時すぎだったのでガラガラでした。 人気メニューの鷹島ちゃんぽん780円とまぐろ特盛丼1900円を注文 ちゃんぽんはあっさりしているけど魚介の味がしっかり出ていてとっても美味しくスープを飲み干してしまいました。、 マグロ丼は大トロ入りでとっても美味しかったです。今回は雨模様の2月だったので 次回、夏に訪れたいなと思いました。

  • Sasebo City Museum of Vessel's History
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    4.0
    8 Reviews
    Travel / Tourism
    Nagasaki Sasebo-shi Mikawachihonmachi 289-1
    Located along Route 35 in Mikawachi Honmachi, Sasebo City, this museum exhibits materials related to the history of pottery in Sasebo from the Jomon Period to modern times, including an introduction to the production process of Mikawachi Pottery, a traditional craft, and a replica of the world's oldest earthenware vessel with bean grain patterns, discovered in the Senpukuji Cave in the same city. The museum is also adjacent to the Sasebo Shikisaikan, which sells a variety of local specialties, and the Mikawachi Pottery Museum, which exhibits Mikawachi Pottery works.

    佐世保市のうつわの意味や歴史、伝承を学ぶことができる空間です。大変おすすめします。落ち着いて見れます。。

  • Mt. Ishi Observation Deck
    Travel / Tourism
    Nagasaki Pref. Saseboshi Funakoshichou 2277
    Located about a 15-minute walk from Kujukushima Zoo & Botanical Garden, this observation deck offers a 360-degree panoramic view of Kujukushima Island. The island scenery that appears at the beginning of “The Last Samurai” was shot here, which has made it a popular destination, particularly for photography enthusiasts.
  • Roadside Station Matsuura Umi no Furusato-kan
    Transportation
    Nagasaki Pref. Matsurashi Shisachoushounomen 226-30
    "This roadside station along National Route 204 is located in Shonomen, Shisa-cho, Matsuura City. Besides selling local fresh fish including horse mackerel and mackerel hauled in the largest amounts in Japan and ""Matsuura Original Curry"" using onions from directly managed farms, it also offers meals such as yellowtail rice bowl set meals. It conducts events such as experience workshops for cooking and crafts, and the annual Matsuura Melon Festival. In addition, it also provides support when spending the night in your vehicle."

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This hidden corner of the country is rural Japan at its best, where underground activity is to thank for active volcanoes and bubbling natural hot springs along the Shimabara Peninsula as well as the crystal clear waters of the Goto Islands off the west coast. Less well known than Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park, Nagasaki commemorates its own past at the Nagasaki Peace Park, which sits alongside the charming Meganebashi stone bridge and a mix of religious buildings with beautiful architecture, such as the Zen Buddhist Sofukuji Temple, the Confucian Shrine, and the Oura Christian Church.

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