The Miiraku area is located in the northwestern part of Fukue Island.
The town consists of the entire Miiraku Peninsula, located in the northwest of Fukue Island, and Saga Island, which floats in the sea to the west.
It is a place of great historical and cultural significance, and as far back as the Manyo period, it was the last port of call in Japan for Japanese envoys to the Tang Dynasty, and was a transit point for exchange with Chinese culture.
Landforms and tourist spots in the Miiraku area
奥浦地区は、五島列島・福江島の北部に位置し、福江港や五島市街地からも比較的アクセスしやすいエリアです。海と山に囲まれた自然豊かな地域であり、古くから港町として栄え、キリスト教信仰の歴史も色濃く残っています。
奥浦地区には、五島列島を代表する歴史的なカトリック教会の堂崎教会が現存しています。江戸時代、キリスト教は禁教とされ、厳しい弾圧が行われましたが、明治時代になり、キリスト教が解禁されると、信徒たちは公に信仰を取り戻し、1880年に五島列島で最初の本格的なカトリック教会として堂崎教会が建てられました。
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🏖 For those who want to experience a resort atmosphere on a beautiful beach, Miiraku Beach, with its white sand and crystal clear waters, is truly a paradise.
🌅 For those who want to see a spectacular sunset, the sunset at Miiraku, which has been selected as one of the "100 Best Sunsets in Japan," is definitely worth a visit.
🏡 For those who want to experience the traditions and culture of Goto, take a trip to Miiraku, which is also known as a place associated with the Japanese envoys to the Tang Dynasty, and experience the history of Goto.
Why not enjoy a luxurious stay that is unique to Goto at a private lodging in the Miiraku area?