Paraiso Kamiamakusa

CONTENTS Paraiso Kamiamakusa

4-5 Magniﬁ cent views, Amakusa Matsushima Located in southwest Kumamoto prefecture, Kamiamakusa city is the gateway to the Amakusa archipelago. Surrounded by magniﬁ cent mountains and a beautiful sea, 6 Marine the city of Kamiamakusa is nestled within the Unzen-Amakusa National Park in an earthly paradise “Paraiso” where superb views of islands 7 Sea Bathing spotting the shimmering sea can be seen from the Kankai Alps. Every season brings overwhelming beauty. Nature’s bounty from the calm inland sea and fertile lands provide 8 Hot Spring and Spa the foundation for delectable cuisine. Historic natural hot springs heal your body and soul. 9 Camping & Barbeque Enjoy almost every mountain and sea experience imaginable. You will be embraced in a paradise full of surprise and pleasure. Begin your journey to Kamiamakusa! 10 Seafood

11 Farm & Livestock Products

12 Specialty

13 Supremely Delicious

14 Ohyano area

15 Matsushima area

16 Himedo area

17 Ryugatake area

18-19 Connection between Kamiamakusa and Shiro Amakusa

20-21 Immigration

22 Event

23 Guide

24-25 Kamiamakusa City Accommodations

26-27 Kamiamakusa City Sightseeing Map

28 Access Map

3 * kamiamakusa kamiamakusa * 2 Views of Amakusa Gokyo, fi ve famous bridges connecting the islands of Amakusa, await you. Kamiamakusa is synonymous with Amakusa Gokyo and Matsushima, the fi ve bridges that connect the palm tree islands. Magnifi cent views, Amakusa Matsushima The fi rst bridge marks the entrance to a 30 minute scenic drive over all fi ve famous bridges. The contrast between the beautiful sea and the islands extends out as far as the eye can see. First of all, be fully satisfi ed by

Fourth bridge (Maejimabashi) the panoramic view of one of The longest bridge of the ﬁ ve bridges (Amakusa Gokyo). It is a low bridge that sits just above the sea, so you can soak up the scenery from a different perspective. ( Palm tree islands ) * Design: Precast Concrete Frame / Length: 510m the top 3 Matsushima views * Longest span: 146m / Completed: 1966 in all of Japan.

Amakusa Pearl Line and Amakusa Gokyo were both selected as one of the best one hundred roads in Japan.

What is Amakusa Gokyo? It is the name for the ﬁ ve bridges of national road Route 266 that connect the scattered islands of Amakusa. Jishu Mori of Kamiamakusa city completed the bridges in 1966, they form the main artery of Kamiamakusa. The road is named the Amakusa Pearl line because the area is famous for cultivating pearls, and it was selected as one of the one hundred best roads in Japan.

First Bridge (Tenmonbashi) Second Bridge (Ohyanobashi) Third Bridge (Nakanohashi) Fifth Bridge (Matsushimabashi)

This bridge straddles the “Misumi no seto” This bridge starts at the end of This bridge lies between Nagaurajima This bridge is the only pipe arch strait at the entrance to Kamiamakusa and Ohyano island, and is a Langer Truss and Ooikejima, and is a world top class bridge in Japan, and it features a boasts a span of 300 meters, the longest of bridge with a beautiful yellow arch. concrete bridge with a span of 160 meters. symmetric form and red color. the ﬁ ve bridges of Amakusa Gokyo. * Design: Langer Truss / Length: * Design: Precast Concrete Frame / Length: * Design: Pipe Arch / Length: 177.7m * Design: Continuous Truss / Length: 502m 361m * Longest span: 300m / Completed: 1966 249.1m * Longest span: 126m / Completed: * Longest span: 156m / Completed: * Longest span: 160m / Completed: 1966 1966 1966 5 * kamiamakusa kamiamakusa * 4 Sea Bathing Marine Be embraced by a calm and relaxing beach vacation. A clear blue sky spotted with soft white clouds 2 stretches out above the beautiful sea. This seaside resort features shallow water beaches with gentle waves that are a favorite of people looking for a relaxing vacation.

4 1 4 3 2 1 Marine Sports Bottlenose Dolphin Watching Kamiamakusa is a mecca You can meet the bottlenose for marine sports including dolphin anytime of the year, and banana boating, jet skiing, seeing such a curious and cute Unlimited marine entertainment. wakeboarding, etc. animal will refresh your spirit. * Sea cruise / Tel: 0969-56-2458 Kamiamakusa is surrounded by a calm inland sea, * Pearl Line Tourism / Tel: 0969-56- so it is a fantastic place to enjoy a variety of marine entertainment 0678 including ﬁ shing, cruising, dolphin watching, etc.

MAP P26C-2 MAP P26D-2 Pearl Sun Beach (Hiai Beach Resort) Shower Toilet Changing RoomParking Concession Stand Calm Beach (Nishime Beach Resort) Shower Toilet Changing RoomParking Concession Stand

Many people come to this beach A beautiful, white sand beach on the marine blue sea to swim, where large and small islands picnic and take a relaxing stroll dot the vast expanse of ocean. down the beach. One look into the The calm and quiet atmosphere clear sea and you will see many here gives it the feeling of a ﬁ sh swimming around you. At low private beach. This beach has tide you can walk to Takamoku many amenities like showers Island, nicknamed Amakusa Fuji and a concession stand for a because it resembles Mt. Fuji, and convenient beach experience. explore the tidal pools. On a clear day, you can even see Nagasaki’s Unzen Fugendake mountain. 7 6

MAP P26G-2 MAP P26G-2 Suwa Beach Resort Shower Toilet Changing RoomParking Takado Beach Resort Shower Toilet Changing RoomParking

This man made, white sand The Takado Beach Resort is beach in Suwa Park sits at the located on the Shiranui Kai entrance to a calm harbor. The inland sea, and is a great place beach backs up to a forest of not only for swimming, but green trees that provide shade also for snorkeling, fishing, etc. from the summer sun. Many With restaurants nearby, it is a families and couples stay at the convenient place to spend a nearby campground as well. relaxing day.

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Aquarium in the Sea, Sea Donut MAP P26C-2 Fishing and Cruise Pearl Line Tour Tousengahama Beach Resort MAP P26B-2 Yumigahama Beach Resort MAP P26A-2 Matsushima Beach ResortMAP P26D-2 * Open everyday Other Beach Resorts A huge donut shaped aquarium fl oats in the sea in Matsushima. * Tickets / Adult 1,300yen,There Middle are many adult oriented Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the Pearl Line from below that will take Shower Toilet Changing Room Parking Concession Stand Parking *Places to stay are available. Parking *Many places to stay with hot springs. The aquarium has 7 zones to represent the 7 continents of the and High school students marine800yen, sports as well, such as you between the islands for a completely different experience world where a wide variety of fi sh can be observed. Elementary school students cruising500yen, and fishing. Fishing can from the bridge tour. Information for all beach resorts. Young children 400yen Shirato Beach Resort MAP P26A-2 Yushima Beach Resort MAP P26A-1 Kojima Beach Resort MAP P26F-2 * Address / 6225-7 Matsushimaaizu, Kamiamakusa-shi be enjoyed year round because * Sea Cruise / Tel: 0969-56-2458 Tel: 0964-56- 1111 * Information / Tel: 0969-56-2570 * Call for information on nightKamiamakusa tours, is surrounded by * Pear Line Tourism / Tel: 0969-56-0678 (Amakusa City Tourism Association) Shower Parking *Places to stay are available. *Places to stay are available. Shower Toilet Changing Room Parking * Business hours / 9am - 5pm sea fi re-fl y tours, etc. the sea. * Dai 2 Himemaru / Tel: 0964-57-0415 * Reishumaru / Tel: 0964-58-0036 7 * kamiamakusa kamiamakusa * 6 Camping & Barbeque Hot Spring & Spa

Enjoy a variety of outdoor leisure in Kamiamakusa. People from all over the country gather here to enjoy the outdoors and all that the sea and mountains have to offer.

MAP P26E-2 MAP P26F-2 MAP P26G-1 Shiratake Forest Park Campground Kojima Park Campground Ryugatake Mountaintop Campground Address / 5395-2 Himeura, Himedo-machi, Kamiamakusa-shi Address / 5395-2 Himeura, Himedo-machi, Kamiamakusa-shi Address / 3360-9 Oodou, Ryugatake-machi, Kamiamakusa-shi Tel: 0964-56-1111 (Kamiamakusa City Tourism Association) Tel: 0964-56-1111 (Kamiamakusa City Tourism Association) Tel: 0964-56-1111 (Kamiamakusa City Tourism Association) Bungalow Tent Shower Kitchenware Bungalow Tent Shower Kitchenware Bungalow Tent Shower Kitchenware

Shiratake Campground has two key beliefs ‘be one with nature’ There are bungalows, showers, tents and barbeque equipment The camp is in the Ryugatake Mountaintop Park, 470 meters 1 and ‘explore nature’. The log cabins, cottages and tents will feel for rent at the campground. Nearby activities include fishing, above sea level. Scenic vistas of the Shiranui Kai inland sea await like your own private vacation house. snorkeling, swimming, etc. Fantastic sunrises can be viewed from you from this mountaintop camp. You can also view the starry the island. sky from the Myuui Observatory. Amazing healing for your body and soul. Kamiamakusa City is also famous for its many natural hot springs. Enjoy the healing properties of the hot springs while soaking in the breathtaking views of the sea.

A nearby marsh This location is safe to Of course, there is with walking trails is bring children because camping equipment 4 teeming with wildlife the tents and bungalows available, as well as during the spring and are private. The rocky athletic equipment, summer. beach is a great place for tennis courts, a lodge, snorkeling and fishing. bungalows and tent There is also a shopping street conveniently site. located nearby.

Other Campgrounds Let’s enjoy Suwa Park MAP P26G-2 6 5 Campground - Chinai Futamado, Himedo-machi, Kamiamakusa-shi / Kankai Alps 6 5 4 1 MAP P26B-2 Tel: 0964-56-1111 (Kamiamakusa City Tourism Association) Hiking Course. Spa Thalasso Amakusa Campground Treasure MAP P26D-2 Many people who love hiking on Spa Thalasso Amakusa is one of the very few Thalasso Therapy 6176-2 Aizu, Matsushima-machi, mountains visit the Kyushu nature Kamiamakusa-shi / Tel: 0969-56-2202 facilities in Japan, and is blessed to use seaweed from the beautiful sea trail ‘Alps Course’ that connects surrounding Kamiamakusa. The combination of the warm sea water Takabutoyama mountain and Nogamajima Hachifuku Campground MAP P26B-2 activities, treatment and personal care, and the outdoor hot springs Ryugatake mountain to take in the with fantastic sunsets will completely relax your body and soul. Uenogama, Ohyano-machi, Kamiamakusa-shi magnificent views of Shiranui Kai Spa Thalasso Amakusa 3 2 / Tel: 0967-56-0182 inland sea. There are many fantastic * Address / 732-14 Kami Ohyano-machi, Kamiamakusa-shi views from mountains such as Nogamajima Beach House MAP P26B-2 Hot Spring * Tickets / Adult - 500yen, 4 years old to elementary students - 3 2 Shiratake mountain and Nenjudake 300yen, 3 years old and younger - free (must be accompanied by an adult) Uenogama, Ohyano-machi, Kamiamakusa-shi mountain. The view of the tracks * Business hours / 10am to 10pm, no entry after 9:30pm Matsushima Hot Spring Ohyano Hot Springs / Tel: 0964-56-1969 from ships crossing the blue sea to Pool * Tickets / Adult - 1,000yen, 4 years old to elementary students - The Amakusa Matsushima natural hot spring is nicknamed 500yen * Business hours / 10am to 10pm, no entry after 9pm * Private ‘Ohyano Hot Springs’ is the name for the 5 hot springs in the different green islands is like a art in ‘Beautiful Women’s Hot Spring’. This hot spring is said to Ohyano area. These springs are popular among children and Amakusa Prefectural Youth Hostel, Sengen ForestMAP Campground P26D-2 motion. family baths available at an additional 1,000yen per hour. * Closed every second and fourth Tuesday of every month. If the second or fourth be effective against Neuralgia, chronic digestive problems, adults alike. 5500 Aizu, Matsushima-machi, fatigue, and gynecological disorders. Enjoy the effects of the Kamiamakusa-shi / Tel: 0969-56-1650 Tuesday of every month is a National Holiday, the pool will be open that day and will close the following day. * Information / Tel: 0964-56-1126 refreshing sea breeze while soaking in the healing hot spring. 9 * kamiamakusa kamiamakusa * 8 Farm & Livestock Products Seafood

Dekopon Orange Rich ﬂ avors are born from these fertile lands. Dekopon oranges are a registered trademark of the Kumamoto-ken Citrus Association, because only oranges of Kamiamakusa’s warm climate provides the highest quality can use the name the best environment for farming and raising livestock. Dekopon. Dekopon oranges are high in Moist and sweet citrus and root vegetables, ﬁ ber and have a high sugar content. famously delicious poultry (‘Amakusa Daiou’)…Enjoy the bounty of this fertile land.

This tranquil sea holds a variety of delicious seafood. The slow ocean currents supply a treasure trove of seafood to this region. This region yields more prawns than anywhere else in Japan and Nmakatai (red sea bream) that is renowned for being ﬁ rm and delicious. You can enjoy a variety of seafood in every season, so please experience all of the delicious seafood Kamiamakusa has to offer.

Yushima Daikon Radish Field Vegetables Unshu Mandarin Pearl Kan (Citrus) Togarashi Prawns Swimming Crab Tiger puffer

Daikon grown in Yushima are twice as Delicious and crisp vegetables grown Enjoy these very sweet oranges grown Pearl Kan has a refreshing and sour Togarashi is red pepper that is sun In Kamiamakusa, wild prawns are caught betweenThis is a Junewild crab that is best enjoyed Known as “Bukkin”, Kamiamkusa is big as regular daikon, and hold their with pride in the warm weather. in strong sunlight and the sea breeze. taste like grapefruit. It was named dried and handmade by locals. Red and August and farmed prawns are harvestedfrom between Summer through Fall. The famous for farming this fish. Winter October and February. Prawns from Kamiamakusa are shape when boiled. after the Pearl Line near where it pepper from Matsushima is named distributed throughout Japan and are consideredcrabs caught top in Himedo-machi are is the best season for eating this fish. grows. ‘Maittaka Akajiro’ and is a local class prawns due to their fi rmness and fl avor.named “Himegazami” crabs and are Gourmands in Japan rave about the high specialty. distributed throughout Japan. quality of the blowfi sh in Kamiamakusa.

Why are Bainiku Pork and Amakusa Daiou currently hot topics?

Amakusa Ban Kan (Citrus) Pon Kan Mandarin Bainiku Pork Amakusa Daiou Shima Mackerel Gizzard Shad Dried Baby Sardines Golden Sea Eel Nmakatai - Red Sea Bream

Very fresh and juicy citrus that is in When these mandarin oranges turn An original technique for raising pigs that involves Leading edge technology has allowed us to restore This fish is farmed in Kamiamakusa, Gizzard Shad can be caught and consumedIn season from the end of April to the beginningGolden Sea Eel is the most popular type Nmakatai is the name for one of the most delicious types of wild feeding them plum extract. The meat of pigs raised of June and from October to the end of sea bream in Kamiamakusa that is a high quality brand distributed season from Spring to Summer and bright orange in color, they have a a near-extinct type of chicken that is the largest but is known for having the same year round, but they are richest in flavor of sea eel in Tokyo’s Tsukiji fi sh market. throughout Japan. The seasons for Nmakatai are February through is even more delicious when served sweet aroma. Almost all Pon Kan in this way is popular for being healthy, tender and chicken in Japan. Amakusa Daiou currently has the delicious flavor as wild Shima from November through January. Of course,November, these baby sardines are caughtThe meatin of this eel is light in color, but April, and October and November. Many people in Japan consider extremely soft, so soft that it can be cut with chop sticks. attention of all of Japan for its sweet oil and fi rm meat. this fi sh is delicious as sashimi, but it is alsothe Yatsushiro Kai inland sea. Rich in calcium Nmakatai to be a fi rm and very delicious fi sh. cold. mandarin oranges in Japan are grown Mackerel. and fl avor, these are considered a local specialty.rich in fl avor. Golden Sea Eel is the richest in Amakusa. delicious dried or pickled with vinegar. in fl avor from July through September. 11 * kamiamakusa kamiamakusa * 10 Supremely Delicious

Even the most distinguished gourmands in the famous Ginza district of Tokyo, love Nmakatai (red sea bream) from Kamiamakusa. The chef at the famous Sakai sushi restaurant in Ginza, Tokyo is very knowledgeable on fi sh from all over Japan, and Nmakatai sea bream from Kamiamakusa is the one fi sh he knows will always be delicious. The fi rm meat, smooth texture and high quality of Nmakatai sea bream satisfi es even the most refi ned palate. Kamiamakusa’s food is the answer for high end restaurants looking for the best ingredients. 1

Chrysanthemum Yoyogama Zozogama The warm weather and porous soil in Kamiamakusa is famous These porcelain products are made to be used every day, and are Amakusa clay is the raw material used for creating a number for producing beautiful flowers, especially, Chrysanthemums popular for their stylish and warm design and round shape. of unique porcelain products that convey warmth. The natural renowned for their vivid color. * Address / 4058 Noboritate, Ohyano-machi, Kamiamakusa-shi materials inspire rich expression in these porcelain products. * Information / Tel: 0964-56-4601 * Address / 1005 Iwa, Ohyano-machi, Kamiamakusa-shi * Information / Tel: 0964-58-0975

3 2 Kamiamakusa’s specialty is born from 1.Partake in the artistic combination of top chefs and2. topCuisine ingredients. from Kamiamakusa is the star in this restaurant that serves the best food from all over Japan. 3. The smiling chef from the famous Sakai sushi restaurant in Ginza, Tokyo. 4.Flounder and Horned Turban Shell are delicious5.The chef’sas well. blending history and nature. Specialty 6 5 recommendation, 4very rich Nmakatai sea bream. 6.Kamiamakusa has delicious seafood in every season. Clay is used to make porcelain, high-end pearls are cultivated, and during the Edo period Shiro Amakusa created unique stones to use as money for war… These are just a few of the many specialties of Kamiamakusa. Abundant fl avors to support a chef’s obsession. Takumi restaurant in the Akabane district of Tokyo is famous among Japanese cuisine afi cionados. The chef at Takumi is very particular about having the freshest ingredients, and his fi rst choice for prawns is Kamiamakusa prawns. All the seafood from Kamiamakusa is delicious both raw and cooked, so many chefs rely on Kamiamakusa seafood to create the most mouth watering dishes.

6 5 1.Prawns and bamboo shoot make a perfect combination.2.Tempura made with Baby’s Breath Flowers (Dyed Baby’s Breath) Pearl Amakusa Sharpening Stones Kamiamakusa seafood is even more delicious. 3. Lightly boiled seasonal vegetables create a tasty and elegant dish. 4. Raw seafood is sweet and delicious.5.A hidden Kumamoto-ken is the leading supplier of Baby’s Breath Brilliant, high quality pearls from Kamiamakusa. The calm Beautiful stones that appear to have grains like a piece of wood. gem of a restaurant with a relaxing atmosphere and mouth watering seasonal ﬂ owers in Japan, and Kamiamakusa is renowned for supplying inland sea around Kamiamakusa is the preeminent location for They are top class sharpening stones that are used all over Japan. cuisine. 6. The chef of Takumi says “All ingredients from Kamiamakusa are fantastic!” beautifully dyed Baby’s Breath. The picture above is of Baby’s producing pearls. Breath dyed in many vivid colors. 13 * kamiamakusa 4 3 2 kamiamakusa * 12 Matsushima area Ohyano area A place famous for its captivating beauty.

The Matsushima area is one of Japan’s top three most beautiful palm tree islands. Matsushima has a number of activities to enjoy including a yacht harbor, dolphin watching, hot springs, camping, and more.

1 4 A vow of eternal love.

4 3 2 ‘Love Bell’ Take in a dynamic view. A historic place. MAP P26B-2 Kamiamakusa Country Park Yushima Looking out to sea and ringing this bell with your partner is a pledge of your eternal love, Hanamizuki Observation DeckMAP P26A-1 and is said to bring couples closer together. MAP P26B-2 An island in the Ariake Kai * Address / Nakamiyatsu, Ohyano-machi, inland sea where government Kamiamakusa-shi (Near the Shiro Amakusa This observation deck officials negotiated peace Memorial Hall) was modeled after a ship’s during the Amakusa-Shimabara * Information / Tel: 0964-56-1111 (Kamiamakusa deck and has 360 degree war. The island is nicknamed City Tourism Association) views. Sunsets are especially “Dangojima” which means 3 2 1 beautiful here. ‘collusion island’. 1 3 2 1 5 One of the most beautiful sunsetsAmakusa’s in Japan. temple is one of the 88 Beautiful spring cherry blossoms. Buddhist temples of Shikoku. Magnifi cent sea views. Downtown Kamiamakusa Takabutoyama Mountain Senganzan Mountain Kinshoji Cherry Golf Amakusa Course MAP P26D-2 MAP P26D-2 has many tourist facilities MAP P26E-1 MAP P26C-2 Takabutoyama Mountain is Planted and wild cherry ranked for having one of theBuilt by Shigenari Suzuki in 1624 blossom trees come alive Play an exciting round of golf with the beautiful and local products. 100 most beautiful sunsets underin the orders of a Shogun general, backdrop of islands sitting in the Ariake Kai and Shiranui Japan. The contrast between the with beauty in the spring. In sunset and Amakusa Matsushimathe Kinshoji temple belongs to the 1637, before the beginning Kai inland seas. * Address / 11356 Naka, Ohyano-machi, Kamiamakusa- The Ohyano area is the gateway to Kamiamakusa, 6 4 Unzen National Park makes thisSoto-shu Buddhist sect. In 1858, the of the Amakusa war, Shiro one of the most captiviatingKinshoji temple was accepted as Amakusa held a toast for shi * Information / Tel: 0964-57-0111 as such many tourists facilities places. The 117 meter high one of the 88 Buddhist temples of his army at the 162 meter 6 and local products are gathered here. mountain has been designatedShikoku and 88 statues of Buddha high peak of Senganzan This is the fi rst place that everyone wants to visit as one of the most beautiful A guardian of history. places in Japan. This scenic vistawere enshrined within it. mountain. in the city to see Kamiamakusa’s grand history is easy to get to by car. * Address / 2365 Kyouragi, Shiro Amakusa Memorial Hall exhibited at Shiro Amakusa Memorial Hall, Matsushima-machi, Kamiamakusa-shi * Information / Tel: 0969-57-0024 MAP P26B-2 a variety of products from Ohyano city An exhibit of the history of Shiro Amakusa and Kamiamakusa gathered at the San Pearl museum, City, this memorial hall exhibits the romantic history of the and many other attractions. fi ght for freedom and peace. Even people who are not fans Amakusa Visitor Center of history should visit the Shiro Amakusa Memorial Hall. 7 5 * Address / 977-1 Naka, Ohyano-machi, Kamiamakusa-shi 6 * Information / Tel: 0964-56-5311 * Business hours / 9am- 7 6 5 4 MAP P26C-2 5pm * Closed from 12/29 to 1/1, the second Wednesday of Yacht harbor Natural waterfall Priest with a guitar. The Amakusa Visitor Center has information January, and the second Wednesday of June. * Tickets / Adult Fisherina Amakusa Iwaiguchi Kannon Waterfall Kouyou Temple on all of the different natural and historical - 600yen, Middle school students and younger 300yen (Free wonders in Amakusa. The visitor center for babies) MAP P26C-2 MAP P26F-1 MAP P26D-2 also holds fiddler crab and sea firefly 7 This yacht and cruiser There is a dam below the waterfall thatThis temple is the twenty first watching events. The visitor center is Exhibition of Kamiamakusa products. mooring with a clubhouse forms a pond named Kannon Pond. Theof thirty three manifestations located on Nagaurajima Island, which is has the atmosphere of a waterfall is nicknamed Todoroki no Kannonof the Buddhist Kannon in famous for having large colonies of fi ddler San Pearl Waterfall for the roaring (Todoroki) soundKyushu. Praying to the Kannon of crabs. Mediterranean resort. You can the water makes as it flows over the falls.Matsushima at this temple is said MAP P26B-2 go wherever you want in the Halfway down the waterfall is a Buddhistto help prevent Alzheimer’s. Tens * Address / 6311-1 Aizu, Matsushima- A variety of products from all over the area, including fruits, marina for free. statue that is the guardian of the falls. of thousands of people visit this machi, Kamiamakusa-shi vegetables, seafood, etc., can be found at San Pearl. You can obtain a * Address / 7500 Aizu, temple every year. * Information / Tel: 0969-56-3665 variety of products from other provinces here as well. There is also Matshushima-machi, * Address / Kyouragi, Matsushima-machi, * Closed every Tuesday. a restaurant at San Pearl where you can enjoy delicious dishes made with local products. Kamiamakusa-shi Kamiamakusa-shi * Address / 2856 Aizu, Matsuhima- HAKUSENSHIOMANEKI * Tickets / Free * Information / Tel: 0969-56- * Information / Tel: 0964-56-1111machi, Kamiamakusa-shi (Kamiamakusa City Tourism Association)* Information / Tel: 0969-56-0200 * Address / 11582-24 Naka, Ohyano-machi, Kamiamakusa-shi * 3043 Information / Tel: 0964-58-5600 * Business hours / 7am-6pm * 5 15 * kamiamakusa Closed on January 1st, and for one day twice a year for maintenance. 7 kamiamakusa * 14 Known as the best stargazing spot in Japan. Japan’s Ministry of the Environment recognized the Ryugatake as the most beautiful night sky in all of Japan. Viewing the night sky from the Myuui Observatory at the top of Ryugatake Mountain is like viewing nature’s masterpiece. One could spend an eternity enjoying the beauty of nature and the beauty of the starry sky in Ryugatake. A mysterious legend. Himeishi Shrine MAP P26F-2 A long time ago Emperor Keiko traveled to Kyushu when a 1 powerful snow storm ravaged the Japan’s best starry sky. area. To bring an end to the storm, a young princess threw herself into Myuui Observatory the sea as a sacrifice to the gods. MAP P26G-1 The princess’s soul was enshrined You can observe planets and even nebulas through the 50 centimeter Cassegrain in a stone that is still worshipped telescope. to this day. That is the romantic * Address / 3360-47 Oodou, Ryugatake-machi, Kamiamakusa-shi * Information history of this shrine. / Tel: 0969-63-0466 * Closed every Monday * Business hours / 1pm-9:30pm * Celestial observation time / 6pm-9:30pm * Tickets / Adult - 200yen, Elementary and middle school students - 100yen * Tickets for use of the main telescope / Adult - 200yen, Elementary and middle school students - 100yen * Planetarium tickets / Adult - 200yen, Elementary and middle school students - 100yen

1 Beautiful cherry blossom arch Gongen Park MAP P26G-2 Gengon Park is a place famous for its beautiful cherry blossoms. Himedo Park is another spot in the Himedo area that is famous for its cherry blossoms. Address/Futamado,Himedo- machi,Kamiamakusa-shi Information/Tel:0964-56- 1111(Kamiamakusa City Tourism Ryugatake area Association) Himedo area 1 1

The fusion of nature and culture make this a place of powerful healing. The Himedo area is a very spiritual place with mysterious legends and a unique megalith. The area also has many outdoor spots, including national parks and seaside resorts, and is famous for raising the rare Amakusa Daiou chicken.

2 3 2 Fantastic panoramic views Ryugatake Mountaintop MAP P26G-2 Ryugatake Mountaintop is 420 meters high and has been designated as a cultural treasure. The view of the starry night sky will satisfy your soul. The famous poet, Ujo Noguchi, visited Ryugatake Mountaintop and wrote of the beautiful view of the entire Aso area, Unzen Mountain and Kirishima Island in his poems. 3

3 4 One of the top 100 terraced rice paddies in Japan. Daisakuyama Mountain Senmaida (‘1000 rice paddies’) MAP P26G-1 The Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries ranked Daisakuyama Mountain Senmaida as one of the top 654 2 6 5 100 terraced rice paddies 6 5 4 3 2 in Japan. Enjoy the beautiful 6 5 views in all seasons. Outdoor treasures Ruins Natural Monument Untouched natural beach Preaching from the pulpit Shiratake Forest Park Akou Tree Information for the Ryugatake MAP P26E-2 Yadake Megalith MAP P26E-2 MAP P26F-2 Himedo Area Information MAP P26G-2 Sotohirakaihin Nature Park Kanjo Temple Mountaintop, Daisakuyama Many outdoor sports can be experienced at this magnificent natureThis park, 13 meterincluding long, 6 meter wide and 2.5 meter thick megalith The Akou tree is located on the * Information / MAP P26G-2 In 1604, the Fujita family to constructed the Kanjo Temple Mountain Senmaida, camping, hiking in the marsh, and mountain climbing. In Aprilis supported and May, bythe smaller ruins. If any cultural items are ever grounds of the Eimoku Shrine, Tel: 0964-56-1111 rhododendrons are in full bloom here, and views of the beautiful Yatsushiro Kai inland sea (Kamiamakusa City Endangered species still roam this protected natural for the Jodoshin Nishi Honganji Buddhist sect. Built 400 Kanjo Temple, and the and Unzen Mountain can be seen from the observation point year round.found Spring buried water under or around this megalith, it would be and is over 300 years old with a years ago, this temple was the first temple in Kyushu. Sotohirakaihin Nature Park. fl ows through the marsh year round, and a variety of wildlife and fl oweringclassifi plants ed as canthe belargest dolem in the world. The megalith has a trunk that measures 15 meters Tourism Association) beach. At low tide, the nearby island is accessible by observed here in all four seasons. The smallest dragonfl y (Nannophya pygmaea) in Japan land. There are many followers of Buddhism in Kamiamakusa. * Information / Tel: 0964-56- lives in this marsh. There is also a beautiful waterfall that can be seen nearcup-shaped the marsh. hole in it and many petro glyphs are carved into around. It is the largest tree of its Sermons are rarely delivered from the pulpit (stage) at this 1111 (Kamiamakusa City the stone. Ceremonies similar to those held in ancient Egypt kind in Kumamoto-ken, and the 17 * kamiamakusa temple. Tourism Association) 4 are believed to have been held at the Yadake Megalith. third largest in all of Japan. kamiamakusa * 16 A point in history where people dreamed of freedom and peace. Connection between

In the Edo period, during the Hidetada The public was outraged and called for a Anecdote 1 Kamiamakusa Tokugawa Shogunate in the year 1614, war for independence. Shiro Amakusa led Souiken Mori, Witch Doctor Yukinaga Konishi, the Christian feudal the people in a revolt against the shogunate, He was one of Shiro Amakusa’s staff during lord of Amakusa was overthrown during starting in Shimabara and fighting their the uprising. Shousetsu Yui, a strategic and Shiro Amakusa the Battle of Sekigahara. After the Battle of way into Ohyano City. In the beginning, the analyst at the beginning of the Edo period, Sekigahara split the country in two, Hirotaka uprising won the Ohshimago (Amakusa used Souiken Mori as his witch doctor. His Terasawa Daimyo became the feudal lord of city) War and the Machiyamaguchigawa use of magic was further described in Futaro Karatsu taking over the previously Christian (Amakusa city) War. They hoisted the cross Yamada’s novel, “Makaitensho”. Known by lands. Under Hirotaka Terasawa’s strict rule, instead of a flag and dreamed of paradise, the locals (yanagi area in Ohyano-machi) a the people were taxed to the extreme with a free and peaceful country. With their “Morisuke-san”, a Shinto shrine was built in very little food for themselves, and the momentum building, the uprising laid siege honor of Souiken Mori. Locals still pray to easy life under Christian rule became just a to Tomioka Castle (Reihoku-machi), but Souiken Mori to this day when they have a fond memory. With Christianity prohibited the castle proved impregnable and they toothache, and many people claim to have by the Edo government, Father Mamakofu gave up their attack. Three months later the had a miraculous recovery. prophesized that in 25 years a 16 year old uprising crossed the sea to lay siege to Hara Anecdote 2 genius would bring Christianity back to Castle (Shimabara-city, Nagasaki), but by that Shiro Amakusa is Amakusa. Father Mamakofu was banished to time the shogunate’s army had arrived and from Kamiamakusa City! Macau shortly thereafter. the uprising was overwhelmed by vastly Though the story of Shiro Amakusa leading In addition to the severe tax and the ban superior numbers. 37,000 people against the shogunate is against Christianity, several extremely poor Shiro Amakusa Memorial Hall is a testament thought to be a legend filled with mystery harvests made everyday life extremely to that history and the dream of peace and romance, Shiro Amakusa was a real difﬁ cult for the people of Amakusa. Then, in and freedom. The cause of the Amakusa/ person. The son of Jinbei Masuda and Marta 1637, Father Mamakofu’s prophecy came Shimabara war, southern barbarian culture, (baptized name), he was a Ronin for the true when Shiro Amakusa appeared. Shiro Amakusa’s character, and other historic house of Konishi. In a word, Kamiamakusa When a poor pregnant woman could not events are all exhibited in great detail in the is the hometown of Shiro Amakusa, and his pay her taxes one winter in Kuchinotsu Memorial Hall. You will feel like you are a real name was Shirotokisada Masuda. The (Kuchinotsu-cho, Nagasaki), the shogunate part of history and Shiro Amakusa’s dream Memorial Hall clearly explains this story decided to make an example out of her and as you experience all that the Memorial Hall through sight and sound, and is a spot we threw her into a freezing river killing her. has to offer. highly recommend you to visit. Shiro Amakusa

This ﬂ ag is believed to have been used by Shiro Amakusa and the uprising during the Shimabara War, and has been designated important cultural property. (Amakusa Christian Kan)

This is a portrait of the 16 year old Shirotokisada Amakusa. It is said that he was very handsome in his time. (Shiro Amakusa Memorial Hall)

The Memorial Hall clearly explains the story of Shiro Amakusa through sight and sound, and is a spot we highly recommend you to visit. Southern Barbarians Folding Screen / The image on this folding screen is of a trading port in Japan * Address / 977-1 Naka, Ohyano-machi, Kamiamakusa-shi where the trade captain and all of his employees are rushing out to greet the missionaries. * Information / Tel: 0964-56-5311 There are only a total of seventy folding screens in Japan that have vivid colors and beauty equal to this screen. * For a detailed explanation, please refer to page 14. This screen was painted by Naizen Kono and is the property of the Kobe Municipality. There is a replica of the Southern Barbarians folding screen in the Kamiamakusa Memorial Hall. 19 * kamiamakusa kamiamakusa * 18 Immigration

The everyday charm of beautiful scenery. They fell in love with the people of Kamiamakusa “The hard shell of city living melts away and decided to move here. among the beautiful scenery.” “We made many wonderful friends here and are busy everyday having fun.”

Mr. and Mrs. Koda lived in an apartment Their relatives felt not only the natural Mr. and Mrs. Kawamoto had lived in many wonderful people where such a in Saitama, just outside of Tokyo, before beauty, but also the relaxing daily life and Tokyo before moving to Kamiamakusa. kind young person lives.” It has been 2 moving to Kamiamakusa. Mr. Koda’s comfortable living space. Their relatives Mrs. Kawamoto wanted to enjoy country years since they moved to Kamiamakusa. hobby is fishing, and once he saw the now come to visit almost every year. “The living, so they decided to make the Unlike Tokyo, the shy, yet kind and friendly magnificent sunset in Kamiamakusa, he large scale of nature in Kamiamakusa move. They searched a variety of places character of the people here creates an immediately thought “I want to live here” melts away the hard shell of city living.” throughout Japan to settle down in, and atmosphere that puts you at ease. and discussed the idea with his wife. The Mr. Koda enjoys, golfing, fishing and after visiting many places they decided to The city sponsors various events, festivals, next time both of the Koda’s visited, Mrs. photography every day. Mrs. Koda move to Kamiamakusa. They made their associations, etc. to enjoy that make living Koda immediately understood the charm enjoys going shopping with friends in decision to settle down in Kamiamakasu here and meeting people fun and easy. of Kamiamakusa and they decided to Kamiamakusa City and Kumamoto City. after meeting a high school student there The Kawamotos have many wonderful move here at once. The Kodas delight in the active lifestyle who had a very pure heart. ”The student friends here, and enjoy spending time At ﬁ rst, the rest of the family did not agree they live every day. kindly greeted us with an open heart with those friends and learning new The Kodas have lived here for 10 years. They can walk The Kawamoto’s garden is improving little by little, and with the move, but they quickly changed from their house to the shimmering sea in just 1 minute, their friends come by almost every day to help them and when we met for the first time, and we cooking and gardening techniques from their minds upon visiting Kamiamakusa. and are surrounded by beautiful views every day. give them tips for improving it. thought to ourselves that there must be them.

Information about immigrating Kamiamakusa City Planning and Policy Division (Second Life Support Network) There is a private support group This group was founded by people who have immigrated to Kamiamakusa and it’s called “Outside * Address / 1514 Kami, Ohyano-machi, Kamiamakusa- shi, 869-3692 that helps people who want to move to Kamiamakusa. Wind”. They research immigration promotion, help people with the immigration process, and help * Tel: 0964-56-1111 / Fax: 0964-56-4972 Kamiamakusa City Second Life Support Network their fellow members. For more information, please contact the bureau listed on the left-hand page. 21 * kamiamakusa kamiamakusa * 20 Guide Event

Create emotional memories in Kamiamakusa.

There are a variety of events year round in Kamiamakusa. The events in this natural setting will move you in ways that cannot be experienced in urban cities.

The 1 million rapeseed blossom ﬁ eld is in bloom from the end of December to the beginning of February (Matsushima-machi) Amakusa Pearl Line Marathon Amakusa Gokyo Festival

History and culture guides are volunteer guides who love the local history. Why don’t you let the volunteer guides show you the culture and nature surrounding Kamiamakusa? Amakusa locals speak the local dialect and have had the local legends, history, and lifestyle and gastronomic culture handed down to them for generations. They will help you relax and enjoy this Christian island.

Volunteer Tour Guide The catchphrase for this marathon is “The slow person is the star.” This healthy This festival is held every September to commemorate the opening of the Amakusa marathon happens every spring. Runners from all over Japan join the locals for Gokyo (five bridges). The people of Kamiamakusa celebrate for 2 days with the Kamiamakusa Tour Guide Club Kinsho Temple Volunteer Guide NPO Corporation Amakusa Genki Studio this race. The cool sea breezes and beautiful scenery in Kamiamakusa make this a Dochu dance, Hakuryuusen boat race, and the Taiyo fireworks. We especially (Kamiamakusa Area) (Kyoragi Area) (Hinoshima Area) refreshing marathon. Kamiamakusa is the birthplace of the healthy marathon. recommend watching the Hakuryuusen Chinese canoe race on the marine blue sea.

Locals will guide you through the rich nature, history, and Built by Shigenari Suzuki in 1624 under the orders of a Shogun Kamiamakusa City’s Hinoshima area has been an active shipping port culture of Kamiamakusa City, Shiro Amakusa’s hometown. general, the Kinshoji temple belongs to the Soto-shu Buddhist for a long time. It seems like a small ﬁ shing village, but the guides will Shimookegawa Rapeseed Blossom Kirara Festival There are a variety of tour courses, both by car and by foot, for sect. In 1858, the Kinshoji temple was accepted as one of the show you the large Joudoshin Buddhist sect temple (Kanjo Temple), Fudo Shrine Festival Walk (Sunrise Walk) all four of the old towns including the Shiro Amakusa course. 88 Buddhist temples of Shikoku and 88 statues of Buddha were the location where the village headmans house (House of Fujita) •Course / San Pearl -> 2nd bridge statue of Yasuhide Mori enshrined within it. The Iwaiguchi Kanon waterfall is also nearby. once stood, and the small alleys that crisscross the village. Local The Fudo Shrine Festival is a Rapeseed blossoms are This is an annual walking -> Fisheries Laboratory Center -> Memorial Hall, Shiro Park, Please enjoy walking in the woods and visiting the temple. guides will give you a tour of the past and present of this “Buddhist traditional event dedicated to best viewed in February, event that starts at Oodou Azumaya -> Henjoin Temple or Tenmangu Shrine -> San Pearl (3 •Course / Kinshoji and the nearby Buddhist temples of Shikoku (1 Island”. Sumo from adults to children, and there is a 5km walking Harbor Ferry Wharf in the hour tour length) hour tour length) •Course / Hinoshima Port -> Konpirasama (the Japanese Neptune) -> and there are even “baby event from the “1 million Ryugatake area. Enjoy the * Courses can be customized by request. Ammonite fossil -> Water well -> theater grounds -> Kanjo Temple -> Sumo”. Babies are dressed in rapeseed blossom fields” to 7km, one-way course through House of Fujita hexagonal stone wall -> Hinoshima Port (2 hour tour Fundoshi (a Sumo ceremonial Takabutoyama Mountain. the woods that has fruit and length) belt) and placed in a Sumo After your walk, enjoy some tea stands along the way. * The Daisakuyama Mountain terraced rice paddy course is also available. ring, and everyone prays for local food and participate in a them to grow up healthy. This rafﬂ e. festival happens every October.

Kamiamakusa Event Calendar January February March April July * The fi rst of the month - * The beginning of the February- Rapeseed Blossom * The second Sunday * April 29th (Showa Day)- Kirara Festival * July to August - Sea fire fly and Tidal Tsuwadake Stick Dance Walking (Matsushima-machi), there is a raffl e for Kuruma of March - AmakusaAmakusa Sunrise Walk (Ryugatake-machi), Wetlands observation (Matsushima-machi), (Himedomachi), Muta Ebi prawns and a mochi throwing battle.* The middle Pearl Line Marathonleisure walk to the top of Ryugatake Mountain. enjoy the view of Amakusa. * The end of area traditional stick of February - Daisakuyama Mountain Buddhist Kannon (Ohyano-machi), * Old calendar March 21st- Kinsho Temple the July - Usokae (Ohyano-machi), the dance Festival (Ryugatake-machi), celebrating the god of smooth the largest healthySaint Festival (Matsushima-machi), many changing of the wood bullfi nch statue at child birth, and Daisakuyama Mountain stick dance. marathon in the city. visitors go to the temple to pray the Noboritate Shrine

• Information / Fee • Information / Fee • Information / Fee August September October November Kamiamakusa City Tour Guide Club Kinsho Temple Volunteer Guide NPO Corporation Amakusa Genki Studio * August 14th - Ryugatake Summer Festival (Ryugatake -machi), Fireworks,* The end of September * The middle of October - Himedo-machi Festival (Himedo-machi), *Autumn First Sunday of November - Shiro Address: 1514 Kami, Ohyano-machi, Kamiamakusa-shi Address: 2365 Kyoragi, Matsushima-machi, Kamiamakusa-shi Address: 4423 Oodou, Ryugatake-machi, Kamiamakusa-shi etc. * August 15th - Kamuon HIMEDO Summer Festival (Himedo-machi),- Amakusa GokyoFestival where a portable shrine is paraded around* The town. middle of Amakusa’s Hometown Sea Breeze Tel: 0964-56-5602 (Shiro Amakusa Local Tourism and Tel: 0969-57-0024 Tel: 0969-63-0477 Fireworks, etc. * Old calendar June 28th - Shimookegawa Fudo Shrine Festival Festival October(Matsushima- - Takado Shrine Festival (Ryugatake-machi), KoyakawauchiWalking Shishimai Rally (Ohyano-machi), health Products Association) Fee / Free (5 people or more) Fee / 1 hour 1,000yen (10 person maximum) (Ryugatake-machi), Baby’s ceremonial parade around the Sumo ring.* August machi), Dochu dance, (Dance of the lion) and Shinko* parade.The second weekend of - OctoberKami walking, free market, game, etc. Fee / 1 hour 1,000yen (1 day max 5,000yen) * Please make reservations at least 7 days in advance. * Please make reservations at least 2 days in advance. 29th - Amurasumiyoshi Shrine Festival (Matsushima-machi), Night festivalHakuryusen Hachiman boat Shrine race, Festival (Ohyano-machi), Footman dance, Shishimai (Dance of * Please make reservations at least 7 days in advance. with food stands, followed by a performing arts festival on the following day.Kaiyothe ﬁ reworks lion), abundant harvest dance, and a portable shrine paraded around town.

For more information on May, June and December event details please contact: * Information / Tel: 0964-56-1111 (Kamiamakusa City Tourism Association) 23 * kamiamakusa kamiamakusa * 22 Kamiamakusa City Acomodations List Ohyano Area (Area code 0964) Matsushima Area (Area code 0969) Kifukuya Tel: 56-0728, Minshuku Senboso Tel: 56-2402, 1 5,000yen~, 20 person max 28 6,825yen~, 17 person max Taikoubo Tel: 56-1496, Kisetsu minshuku Seikaiso (May – October) Tel: 56-0622, 2 8,000yen~, 45 person max 29 6,825yen~, 12 person max New Hamaiso Tel: 56-1882, Minshuku Hikari Island Tel: 0964-56-5266, 3 8,000yen~, 70 person max 30 8,000yen~, 24 person max Minshuku Sansui Tel: 56-3100, Ryokan Nakashimaso ♨ Tel: 56-0542, 9,500yen~, 4 6,000yen~, 12 person max 31 80 person max Wakamatsuya Tel: 56-0022, Amakusa Nagisatei ♨ Tel: 56-3388, 5 8,000yen~, 40 person max 32 10,500~, 60 person max Hotel Shosenkaku Romankan ♨ Tel: 56-3000, 6 Rich Marine Ichibankan Tel: 59-2515, 33 2,500 (No dinner & breakfast)~, 2,500yen, 20 person max 10,650yen~, 80 person max Hamayu Tel: 56-1047, Marine Hills Uminooka ♨ Tel: 52-8720, 7 6,000yen~, 30 person max 34 8,550yen~, 30 person max Yurakutei ♨ Tel: 56-0536, Hotel Ryugu ♨ Tel: 56-3333, 8 12,000yen~, 90 person max 35 12,750yen~, 200 person max

9 Seiryusou Tel: 56-1004, 36 Uminomiyako ♨ Tel: 56-2273, 6,000yen~, 40 person max 6,500yen~, 40 person max Hamanoya Tel: 56-1969, Ryokan Amakusa Megumiso ♨ Tel: 28-3355, 10 6,000yen~, 25 person max 37 6,000yen~, 40 person max Yutakaso Tel: 56-0397, 11 Hotel Kujiratei Tel: 56-0926, 38 ♨ 8,000yen~, 30 person max 6,500~, 15 person max Ryokan Setohei Tel: 56-5616, Fashion Hotel Pearl White ♨ Tel: 28-3338, 12 10,000yen~, 70 person max 39 5,800yen (No dinner & Breakfast) ~ Hotel Shoryuenkaisei ♨ Tel:56-0348, Ranputei ♨ Tel: 56-2923, 13 12,000yen~, 160 person max 40 11,800yen~, 50 person max Hinodeso Tel: 56-4075, Matsushima Kanko Hotel Misakitei ♨ Tel: 56-1188, 14 8,000yen~, 80 person max 41 12,750yen~, 290 person max Ariakeso Tel: 56-4101, Gokyoen ♨ Tel: 56-1417, 15 8,000yen~, 30 person max 42 10,650yen~, 60 person max Tsukimiso Tel: 56-4001, Ryokan Tenmatsu ♨ Tel: 56-0119, 16 8,000yen~, 20 person max 43 8,000yen~, 55 person max Kiku Tel: 56-4375, Ryokan Suzuya Tel: 56-0107, 17 8,000yen~, 35 person max 44 5,000yen~, 15 person max Pension Ohyano Tel: 56-4620, Asahiya Ryokan Tel: 57-0007, 18 9,000yen~, 8 person max 45 6,500yen~, 20 person max Toraya Tel: 58-0030, Himedo Area (Area code 0969) 19 7,000yen~, 25 person max Shio no kaoru yado Kouraya Tel: 58-3111, Hotel Ainomisaki Tel: 59-0010, 46 7,000yen~, 40 person max 20 11,000yen~, 65 person max Tokiwaya Ryokan Tel: 58-2501, Amakusa Pension Tel: 56-1430, 47 8,000yen~, 25 perso max 21 6,000yen~, 29 person max Yoshimi Ryokan Tel: 57-0631, Ryugatake Area (Area code 0969) 22 8,000yen~, 17 person max Ikesu Ryokan Kotobuki Tel: 62-1105, 48 Komatsuya Nagisakan ♨ Tel: 59-0111, 10,000yen~, 50 person max 23 10,000yen~, 230 person max Yoshiya Hotel Kiraratei Tel: 62-1108, 49 Business Hotel Miyagawa Tel: 59-0670, 10,000yen~, 70 person max 24 6,500yen~, 70 person max Hinoshimaso Tel: 62-0568, Minshuku Kikuharu Tel: 59-0075, 50 10,000yen~, 70 person max 25 8,000yen~, 23 person max Katsushio Ryokan Tel: 62-1258, 51 Kameya Hotel Hanatsubaki ♨ Tel: 59-0211, 9,000yen~, 30 person max 26 10,000yen~, 320 person max Minshuku Shimasaki tel:62-0114 52 Minshuku Hamasakisengyo Hamankura Tel: 59-0777, 6,500yen~, 20person max 27 8,000yen~, 25 person max Minshuku Nakagawa Tel: 62-1212, 53 6,000yen~, 20 person max Ryoushi no sato Tel: 62-1175, *The fee listed is the minimum fee for one person for a one night stay with 2 meals. 54 The price can change depending on day, season and plan, so please call each 10,000yen~, 46 person max accommodation for the applicable rates for your stay. 55 Minshuku Aoi Tel: 62-0180, 6,000yen~, 15 person max

56 Yoshidaya Tel: 62-0202, 6,000yen~, 20 person max

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From the middle of Kumamoto City From the middle of Fukuoka •Car / Kumamoto City – Route 3 – Uto City – Route 57 – Kamiamakusa City •Car / Fukuoka IC (Kyushu Highway) – Matsubase IC – Route 266 or Route 57 (Duration : About 1 hour) – Kamiamakusa City (Duration : About 2 hours 30 min) •Bus / Kumamoto Transportation Center (Amakusa Rapid) – Kamiamakusa •Bus / Hakata Station Transportation Center (Hinokuni Rapid) – Kumamoto City (Duration : About 1 hour 10 min) Transportation Center (Amakusa Rapid) – Kamiamakusa City (Duration : About 3 •JR, Bus / Kumamoto Station – Misumi Station (Bus) – Kamiamakusa City hours 10 min) (Duration : About 1 hour 5 min) •JR, Bus / Hakata Station (Express) – Kumamoto Station – Misumi Station (Bus) – •JR, Ferry / Kumamoto Station – Misumi Station, Misumi Port (Regular Liner) Kamiamakusa City (Duration : About 2 hours 30 min) – Kamiamakusa City (Maejima, Matsushima-machi) •JR, Ferry / Hakata Station (Express) – Kumamoto Station – Misumi Station, (Duration : About 1 hour 10 min) Misumi Port (Regular Liner) – Kamiamakusa City (Maejima. Matsushima-machi) (Duration : About 2 hours 35 min) From Aso (Kurokawa Hot Spring) •Airplane / Fukuoka Airport – Amakusa Airport (Car) – Route 324 – Kamiamakusa City (Duration : About 1 hour 35 min) •Car / Kurokawa Hot Spring – Yamanami Highway – Route 57 – The middle of Kumamoto City (Duration : 1 hour 30 min) •Bus / Kurokawa Hot Spring Bus Stop (Kuju, Aso) - The middle of Airplane Access Kumamoto City (Kumamoto Transportation Center) •Aso Kumamoto Airport (Bus / Amakusa Rapid) – Kamiamakusa City (Duration : (Duration : About 2 hours 25 min) About 2 hours) *For more information for travelling from the middle of Kumamoto, please •Haneda Airport – Aso Kumamoto Airport (Duration : About 1 hour 40 min) refer to the “From the Middle of Kumamoto” section above. •Central Japan International Airport – Aso Kumamoto Airport (Duration : About 1 hour 25 min) From the middle of Kagoshima •Komaki Airport – Aso Kumamoto Airport (Duration : About 1 hour 25 min) •Itami Airport – Aso Kumamoto Airport ( Duration : About 1 hour 5 min) •Car / Kagoshima IC (Kyushu highway) – Matsubase IC – Route 266 or •Aso Kumamoto Airport – Amakusa Airport (Duration : About 35 min) Route 57 – Kamiamakusa City (Duration : About 2 hours 15 min) •JR, Bus / Kagoshima Central Station (Bullet train) – Shinyatsushiro Station – Yatsushiro Station (Bus) – Yatsushiro Port (Ferry) – Kamiamakusa City ( Matsushima Port) (Duration : About 2 hours) * Wait time and transfer time is not included in the travel times indicated above.

Paradise of Love and Peace Paraiso Kamiamakusa

Information Information Amakusa City Tourism Association Shiro Amakusa Tourism 1514 kami Ohyano-machi, Kamiamakusa-shi, and Local Products Association Kumamoto 869-3692 1514 kami Ohyano-machi, Kamiamakusa-shi, TEL/0964-56-1111 (Head Ofﬁ ce) Kumamoto 869-3602 FAX/0964-56-5107 TEL/0964-56-5602 http://www.kamiamakusa-c.kumamoto-sgn.jp/ FAX/0964-56-5107