Enjoy the sea and mountains of Amakusa! 1-night, 2-day course ①

Amakusa Pearl Garden is a collection of shops including pearl specialty stores that handle Akoya pearls grown in the seas of Amakusa, as well as restaurants and souvenir shops. In addition, at the floating aquarium “Sea Donut,” you can not only see dolphins up close, but also touch them!

Located within the resort market “Rizola Terrace Amakusa” in Matsushima-cho, Kamiamakusa City, “Plate Cafe Rizola” offers dishes made with carefully selected ingredients from Amakusa. Enjoy a little luxury while gazing at the ocean and feeling the sea breeze, savoring the “Island Lunch Course” packed with the bounty of Amakusa, or authentic pizzas baked in a dedicated oven.

Enjoy a thrilling aerial journey along a 350-meter-long wire rope stretched from the summit of Mt. Shiratake (373m above sea level) towards the summit of Mt. Nakadake to the north. Experience the exhilarating height and breathtaking views of Amakusa!

This hot spring facility offers a variety of amenities to revitalize both mind and body, including a large public bath and open-air bath overlooking the Ariake Sea, family baths, two types of saunas, and the “Genki Kai Pool,” which makes the most of the unique properties of Amakusa’s seawater. Savor the bounty of Amakusa’s sea and fields at the scenic “Kai-seki” restaurant and satisfy your appetite!

Enjoy swimming, exploring the tide pools, and barbecuing at this coastal campsite. The facility includes a shop, cooking area, and showers, and camping equipment rentals are available at the shop. Come and enjoy nature to the fullest at this campsite, surrounded by the sounds of the waves and the scent of the sea!

Over 200 bottlenose dolphins inhabit the waters off Futae, Gowa Town, and they are incredibly playful and friendly. Within 10 minutes of setting sail, a pod of dolphins will appear seemingly out of nowhere, swimming alongside the boat and even jumping out of the water! It’s almost as if you’re playing with them. The tour departs with just one adult, so you can relax and enjoy the experience. The tour lasts approximately 60 minutes – come and enjoy this wonderful time playing with dolphins!

This visitor center is located on the site of the former main keep of Tomioka Castle. It introduces Unzen-Amakusa National Park, allowing visitors to learn about the attractive natural scenery, history, and culture of the Amakusa region in an enjoyable way. The Reihoku Town Historical Museum provides explanations and exhibits on the history of Tomioka Castle and the “Amakusa-Shimabara Rebellion.” The museum also sells “castle stamps,” and it is said that these stamps bring good fortune in preventing Tomioka Castle from falling, as the castle survived two fierce attacks during the Shimabara-Amakusa Rebellion!

This JA (Japan Agricultural Cooperatives) direct sales store is easily recognizable by its large Dekopon orange monument. It offers a wide variety of products, including fresh seafood, vegetables and fruits lovingly grown by local producers, and Amakusa specialties such as Koppa mochi and Ganeage. Around lunchtime, homemade bento boxes and side dishes are also available.