Iwajima, the home of Shiro Amakusa who held with ambition and died in west sea.
You forget time for a while by fantastic view of Aso and Unzen, each islands of Amakusa which you see from top of small hill.
While walking along the coastline created by nature, the comfortable wave sound beats rhythm.
Course Details
Senzaki Bus Stop → Sennzaki Burial Mounds (0.1km) → Zozo Fish Port (2.5km) → Iwazakura/Flower Park (5.5km) → Takayama (6.4km) → Mountain Path (7.8km) → Sotoura Nature Coast (9.1km) → Mountain Path (9.7km) → Shimoyama Area → Senzaki Bus Stop (12.2km) → Senzoku-Tenmagu (12.3km)
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1.Sennzaki Burial Mounds
The Senzaki Burial Mounds consists of five groups of burial mounds, of which you are able to view over 20. These burial mounds were mostly constructed in the Kofun Period in the 3rd century until the 7th century. It is thought these mounds are the tombs of important families. -
2.Zozo Fish Port
Iwajima is sometimes known by another name; the island of Senzoku Zozo. It is said that Shiro Amakusa’s mother gave birth to him in the fishing village in 1622. The well which was dug on the year of his birth is still there today. -
3.Fruit garden
If you find yourself near the fruit garden on the course between February and March you will discover the citrussy fruit, the buntan. The buntan is a special product of Iwajima and sweets made from its centre are popular. -
4.Iwazakura/Flower Park
With cherry blossoms and narcissus among other flowers and plants, this park blooms through all of the four seasons. From the observatory you have great views of Amakusa and Matsushima. -
5.Takayama
Takayama is Iwajima’s most tall mountain, standing at 166.9 meters. On clear days you are able to see Aso and Unzen from the top. -
6.Hokabura Nature Coast
The Hokabura Nature Coast was formed 8,500 years ago and features beautiful and dynamic nature which steals the heart. -
7.Senzoku-Tenmagu
A shrine found on the west of Iwajima in Senzoku. The shrine is loved by the locals and the drum ceremonies praying for rain are famous.
Transportation to Starting Locations
Fukuoka Airport, Hakata Port → JR Hakata Station → <Shinkansen> → JR Kumamoto Station → <Rapid Bus: Amakusa> → Alight at Sanbaaru Bus Stop → <Route Bus> → Senzaki Bus Stop
Kumamoto Airport → <Airport Limousine Bus> → Kumamoto Transportation Centre → <Rapid Bus: Amakusa> → Alight at Sanbaaru Bus Stop → <Route Bus> → Senzaki Bus Stop
Food and Drink
Kamiamakusabusankan Sanbaaru/Restaurant
Address：Kumamoto Prefecture, Kamiamakusa-shi, Ooyanomachinaka 11582-24
TEL：0964-58-5600
Kaisendon (Bowl of rice topped with seafood)
Address：All parts of Kamiamakusa city centre
Amakusa Daio
Address：All parts of Kamiamakusa city centre
※There are no restaurants in Iwajima. Please prepare and bring your own lunch and drinks.
Lodgings
Komatsuya Nagisakan
Address：Kumamoto Prefecture, Kamiamakusa-shi, Ooyanomachinaka 10044-3
TEL：0964-59-0111
Hotel Shosenkaku Romankan
Address：Kumamoto Prefecture, Kamiamakusa-shi, Matsushima-machi, Aitsu 6215-21
TEL：0969-56-3000
Matsushima Sightseeing Hotel Misakitei
Address：Kumamoto Prefecture, Kamiamakusa-shi, Matsushima-machi, Aitsu 4710
TEL：0969-56-1188
Minshuku Seiryuso
Address：Kumamoto Prefecture, Kamiamakusa-shi, Ooyanomachi 7101-1
TEL：0964-56-1004
Ryotei Ainomisaki
Address：Kumamoto Prefecture, Kamiamakusa-shi, Ooyanomachinaka, Jiyagijima 5700-1
TEL：0964-59-0010
Nearby Attractions
Spa-Thalasso Amakusa
Spa-Thalasso Amakusa is a spa born from French thalasso therapy. Sea water and seaweed is used for its natural healing properties to promote natural welfare. Gourmet food is also available.
Kumamoto Prefecture, Kamiamakusa-shi, Ooyanomachijo, 732-14
TEL: 0964-56-1126