王小鈞's Reviews Page 13/38

After visiting the sights around Nagasaki, I came to Dejima Wharf to enjoy the sea breeze and instantly felt relaxed〜
There’s a whole row of restaurants and cafes along Nagasaki Port. It’s really pleasant to sit by the water, eat something, have a cup of coffee, and look out at the harbor. When the weather is nice, the sea breeze feels especially refreshing. It’s definitely a place where you can unwind and take a leisurely walk.
It’s very close to Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown, only a few minutes’ walk away. Chinatown, Dejima Wharf, and Megane Bridge fit perfectly into a single day, without having to keep taking transportation back and forth. These sights in central Nagasaki are already clustered together, so they’re perfect for exploring slowly on foot.

After eating in Chinatown, I slowly walked over, browsing the shops and enjoying the scenery along the way. It was actually quite pleasant.
Megane Bridge itself isn’t very large, but seeing its reflection on the water from beside the bridge is truly distinctive, so it’s no wonder it has become one of Nagasaki’s signature sights.
I didn’t plan anything special. I just walked over to take a look and snap some photos, and even something this simple felt quite interesting.

When you come to Nagasaki, of course you have to visit Shinchi Chinatown, one of Japan's three major Chinatowns!
The whole area is actually pretty small. The four gates give it a distinct Chinatown feel, and the streets are lined with Chinese restaurants, dessert shops, souvenir stores, and some unique little shops.
There were still tourists on a weekday, but the area really is quite small.
Even taking your time and stopping for photos, you can finish walking around it pretty quickly.
If you're not specifically planning to eat here, it's a nice place to stop by, see the streetscape, experience Nagasaki's unique Chinese culture, and have a quick look around〜

If you visit Mojiko Port, be sure to check out Blue Wing Moji.
This 108-meter-long blue bridge is Japan's only pedestrian-only drawbridge, and it opens six times a day to let boats pass. Watching the bridge slowly rise to about 60 degrees as boats pass through is truly unique and makes you want to keep taking photos!
From the bridge, you can also see the impressive Kanmon Bridge in the distance and enjoy the sea breeze and views of the Kanmon Strait. The scenery is every bit as beautiful as the popular attractions. If you're lucky, you may catch the moment the bridge opens, which is truly breathtaking!
When visiting Mojiko Port, don't forget to check the bridge opening times in advance. This unique sight can only be seen here and is definitely worth stopping to enjoy.

Mojiko Station was one of my favorite stations on this trip to Kyushu.
The entire wooden building has a retro feel, and stepping inside is like going back a hundred years. What stands out most is its symmetrical design, which is said to be based on the concept of a “gate.” It’s simple but distinctive.
Even though it’s just a station, I couldn’t help stopping to take more photos and look around every corner. Together with the nostalgic streets of Mojiko Port, it really has the atmosphere of an old Japanese port town.
If, like me, you enjoy old buildings and traveling at a leisurely pace, Mojiko Station is sure to leave a lasting impression.

The Kanmon Straits Tunnel was more interesting than I expected!
I thought it would just be a walk through a tunnel, but I didn't expect to be able to walk from Honshu to Kyushu. It was a truly special experience. The route is a little over 700 meters long and takes about 15 minutes to complete. It's flat and easy to walk, like taking a stroll under the sea.
The one thing you shouldn't miss is the marker at the border between Yamaguchi and Fukuoka Prefectures. Standing in the middle with one foot in Honshu and the other in Kyushu, many people take photos here as a souvenir.
No boat or car needed—just a short walk lets you cross between two islands and two prefectures. I highly recommend experiencing this unique Kanmon Straits walk for yourself and making a different kind of travel memory.

While strolling around Mojiko, I was unexpectedly drawn to this century-old Western-style building. The Former Moji Mitsui Club was built in 1921, and the entire building has a European feel. The dark wood paired with white window frames gives it an elegant look, and it looks great in every photo. It used to be a place where Mitsui Bussan entertained guests, and even Einstein stayed here when he visited Japan!
What I like most is that this old building doesn't feel overly commercial and just stands quietly on a street corner. Taking your time to walk around and look at it, it has more character than you'd expect. When you visit Mojiko, don't just focus on taking pictures of the harbor—this building is also worth stopping by.

Mifuneyama Rakuen is really so large that it feels like a forest park. It's very pleasant to take a leisurely stroll along the flower-viewing paths, surrounded by greenery the whole way. It feels very relaxing.
The timing of this visit was a little unfortunate, since it was neither cherry blossom season nor fall foliage season, so it was a little less impressive. Still, it was well worth it just to enjoy the garden scenery and take a leisurely walk. If I can come again when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom in spring or when the mountain is covered in red leaves in fall, I'm sure it will be so beautiful that I won't want to leave.

This place really didn't disappoint me at all!
It had been on my list for a long time, and this time I even checked the tide times before coming.
At low tide, you can walk all the way up to the torii gates and admire them standing quietly in the sea up close; when the tide comes in, they look as if they're floating on the water. They're two completely different views.
If you pair it with the sunset, the sky and sea are painted in rainbow colors. The scene is so beautiful it looks like something from a movie, and every photo has a special atmosphere. I recommend checking the tide times before you go. It's best to plan for low tide and sunset together—it really makes the trip even more worthwhile!

Hado Misaki Cape is the northwesternmost point of Kyushu's main island.
I thought it would be a popular tourist spot, but when I visited on a weekday, I practically had the place to myself, with only the sound of the waves for company. It unexpectedly became the most relaxing stop on this trip.
It's romantically known as a “Lovers' Sanctuary” and is also famous for its turban shell dishes. But for me, the most appealing thing was the vast ocean view. Just sitting there, feeling the sea breeze and looking out at the ocean, was soothing enough.
Travel doesn't always have to be about chasing popular attractions. Sometimes quiet, uncrowded places like this make you want to stay a little longer.