The Amakusa Islands, located off the coast of Kumamoto Prefecture, are a scenic
collection of islands known for stunning coastal drives, clear blue waters, historic
churches, and rich Christian heritage. Visitors come to relax on beaches, enjoy marine
activities, explore peaceful fishing villages, and experience the unique blend of Japanese
and Western cultural influences. Amakusa is also famous for dolphin watching, making it
one of Kyushu’s most enjoyable natural destinations.
- 🐬 Experience an exciting boat tour to go dolphin watching in the wild 🌊 🐬
- ⛪ Visit the historic Oe Church and the beautiful Sakitsu Village ⛩️ ⛪
- 🌉 Drive across the famous five bridges connecting the tropical islands 🚗 🌉
- 🏖️ Relax on the sandy beaches and admire the coastal viewpoints 🌅 🏖️
- 🤿 Enjoy a day of snorkeling and fun marine activities in the water 🚤 🤿
- 🐟 Explore the local seafood markets and the busy fishing harbors 🍱 🐟
- 🚌 Board a direct bus from Kumamoto City for a three hour journey 🛤️ 🚌
- 🚗 Drive your own car to enjoy the scenic coastal routes 🌊 🚗
- 🌉 Cross over the impressive bridges that connect the main islands 🛣️ 🌉
- 📅 Book your dolphin tours early to secure a spot on the boat 🚤 📅
- ☀️ Bring plenty of sunscreen and wide hats for all outdoor activities 🧴 ☀️
- 🗺️ Rent a private car to easily explore the distant islands 🚗 🗺️
- 🕒 Check the local church hours before you begin your journey ⛪ 🕒
- 🌉 9:00 AM – Drive across the famous Five Bridges of Amakusa to start 🚗 🌉
- 🐬 10:30 AM – Join an exciting dolphin watching cruise on the ocean 🌊 🐬
- 🍱 12:30 PM – Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local seafood restaurant 🐟 🍱
- ⛪ 2:00 PM – Visit the historic Sakitsu Village and the local churches ⛩️ ⛪
- 🌅 4:00 PM – Enjoy the spectacular sunset views along the rocky coast 📸 🌅
