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 The series 208 islands of varying sizes 25km north of Sasebo Port are called Kujuku Islands, and the density of the islands is number one in Japan. The islands' coastlines are often intricate, and you can enjoy beautiful coastal formations unique to ria shorelines. The islands were designated as Japan's westernmost national park on the sea in 1955, and the beautiful views and the animals that inhabit the islands are the greatest assets of Sasebo City. |
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 Kujuku Islands' sightseeing base Saikai Pearl Sea Resort offers various cruises, and at the Saikai Pearl Sea Center, you can gain a profound understanding on the nature of the islands while having fun. |
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◆Kujuku Islands leisure boat Pearl Queen
 You can ride the leisure boat that tours the Kujuku Islands from Saikai Pearl Sea Resort. The journey takes approximately 50 minutes, and as the course zigzags through the islands, you can observe the islands up close. There is also a Sunset Cruise that offers the view of the sunset on board between July and October.
[Fares] Adult 1,200 yen, Child (under 12) 600 yen
[Inquiries] 0956-28-4187
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◆Yacht Sailing
 Yachts that tour the Kujuku Islands also operate in the Saikai Pearl Sea Resort. It takes up to 10 passengers and the journey is about 50 minutes. The passengers can try their hands at steering or operating the sails. Booking is essential.
[Fares] Adult 2,500 yen, Child (Under 12) 1,500 yen
[Inquiries] 0956-28-4187
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◆Sea Kayak
 As the sea of Kujuku Islands are very calm, it has great reputation as a place where you can enjoy sea kayaking safely. There is a canoe try-out corner every Sunday and during summer break, and beginners can also enjoy kayaking safely.
[Tariffs] One person 500 yen, two people 1000 yen (45min)
[Front Desk] 11:00～16:15 (Last admission at 15:30)
[Inquiries] 0956-28-4187
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＜Saikai Pearl Sea Center＞
 The aquarium in the Saikai Pearl Sea Center exhibits many creatures that inhabit the Kujuku Islands. It houses a Touching Pool in which you can actually touch the creatures, and a tank for learning how to feed the fish. Fune-no Tenjikan (Ship Museum) that presents the history of ships created by mankind through models and videos is also one of its highlights. The pearl harvesting corner where you can try your hands at harvesting a pearl from a pearl oyster farmed in Kujuku Islands is also popular (500 yen per go.)
[Admission] Adult 600 yen, Child (Under 12) 300 yen
[Hours] 9:00～18:00 (Mar - Oct) 9:00～17:00 (Nov - Feb)
[Inquiries] 0956-28-4187
[Transportation] Direct shuttle bus service from Sasebo Stn. (Fares: 230 yen, Child age 7-12 120 yen) |
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Pearl harvesting corner (500 yen per go) |
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The observatory is on the way from Saikai Pearl Sea Resort to the Zoological and Tropical Botanical Garden. It is the nearest observatory to the Kujuku Islands. The Kujuku Islands viewed from the observatory is beautiful like that of an ink brush paining even on a rainy day. It is wheel-chair-friendly.
At 364 meters high, it offers a panoramic view of the Kujuku Islands and the city of Sasebo. The beauty of the evening view of the Kujuku Islands and the nighttime view of the city of Sasebo are a must-see.