Beauty and Flavors of Sasebo’s Kujukushima Islands – Immerse in Rich Nature Through Sight, Taste, and Touch

Kujukushima Islands in Sasebo, Nagasaki’s northern city, contain a gorgeous natural wonder that travelers to Japan must see. The area, designated as the Saikai National Park, boasts over 200 small islands, each with unique scenery. These intricate coastlines and natural conditions create thriving fishing grounds, allowing visitors to enjoy the freshest seafood and leisure activities. Enjoy the unspoiled beauty and feel the blessings of nature with your whole body. We highly recommend exploring three spots.

Take in the mesmerizing beauty of over 200 islands from atop “Kujukushima Park”

Kujuukushima Park is a new viewing spot with many island views established in 2021. It offers breathtaking scenery of Japan’s beautiful ocean and islands from multiple observation points. To start your adventure, climb to the top of a vast grassy “Viewing Hill” and enjoy the 360-degree panoramic landscape. Blue islands and emerald-green sea get together to create a spectacular sight. As the day draws in, make sure you stick around for dusk. The sea surface becomes golden and beautifully colored with gradations that will take your breath away. While you’re there, don’t forget to take a picture in front of the monument shaped in the letters of Kujukusihma. Furthermore, free parking is available. It is a great place to stop by on a drive and enjoy a family trip.

Hours	(From March to September) 8:00AM-8:00PM; (From October to February) 8:00AM-7:00PM
Address	1746 Nozaki-cho, Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture
Access	A 45-minute bus ride from Sasebo Ekimae Station Departing Stop (a 3-minute walk from Sasebo Washington Hotel); Get off at “Kujukushima Kanko-Koen (park)” stop and walk shortly.

“Umi Cafe & Restaurant Costa Kujuukushima”: Savour fresh seasonal delights from Kujuukushima Bay

Umi Cafe & Restaurant Costa Kujuukushima, located in the Kujuukushima Pearl Sea Resort, is a must-visit restaurant. With the sea spread out before you on the wooden deck, you can enjoy delicious dishes made from seasonal ingredients sourced from the Kujuukushima Islands. All cuisines at this restaurant are generous in portions and affordable in price. One of the most popular dishes is the “Sea and Forest Spaghetti.” That is a rich and flavorful pasta dish filled with seafood and mushrooms, perfectly complemented by the aroma of nature. The restaurant offers a range of unique menu items, making it an ideal place to try something new. Be sure to save room for their homemade desserts, which are the perfect way to end your meal. You can savor the natural bounty of the islands’ cuisine while enjoying stunning sea views.

Hours	(Weekdays) 11:30AM-8:30PM; (Weekends and holidays) 11:00AM-8:30PM
Address	Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort, 1050 Kashimae-cho, Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture
Access	A 25-minute bus ride from Sasebo Ekimae Station Departing Stop (a 3-minute walk from Sasebo Washington Hotel); Get off at “Pearl Sea Resort & Kujukushima Suizokukan (aquarium)” stop and walk shortly.
URL	https://www.pearlsea.jp/

Let’s meet the sea creatures of Kujuukushima Islands at “Umi Kirara Aquarium” – An experience facility you can learn and play

Umi Kirara Aquarium in Kujuukushima Pearl Sea Resort is the perfect destination to experience marine nature, and this facility recreates the beautiful and diverse marine world. One of the features of the aquarium is the “Touching Watching” area, where visitors can interact with starfish and sea cucumbers. That “Touching Watching” activity offers a valuable experience for individuals of all ages, including young children, who can learn about the lives of sea creatures. Another exciting activity is the opportunity to “Remove Pearls” from Akoya Pearl Oysters. You can take home the pearls and also process them with additional payments. This activity is a fun and unique way to create a souvenir of your trip. Why not feel the sea with your whole body through the experience of sea creatures?

Hours	(From March to October) 9:00AM-6:00PM; (From November to February) 9:00AM-5:00PM
Address	Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort, 1008 Kashimae-cho, Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture
Access	A 25-minute bus ride from Sasebo Ekimae Station Departing Stop (a 3-minute walk from Sasebo Washington Hotel); Get off at “Pearl Sea Resort & Kujukushima Suizokukan (aquarium)” stop and walk shortly.
URL	https://www.umikirara.jp/