Ikitsuki Island

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Ikitsuki Island, accessible via a beautiful bridge from Hirado Island, is a magnificent island of grand nature boasting overwhelming sheer cliffs and the dynamic East China Sea. The "Ikitsuki Sunset Way" running along the western side of the island is highly acclaimed by international travel lovers as a breathtaking drive with the majestic ocean on one side and rugged rocky mountains closely pressing on the other. Having been a land where Hidden Christians secretly kept their unique faith alive, the somehow mystical air drifting over the island instills a solemn reverence in visitors. The moment the sun sinks into the horizon is of wordless beauty, offering the ultimate healing experience to completely forget daily busyness and deeply reflect upon the earth's grandeur and yourself.

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生月サンセットウェイ＜平戸市生月島＞

Nagasaki Prefectural Tourism Federation

Ikitsuki Island

Address: Hirado City, Nagasaki Prefecture
Website: https://www.hirado-net.com/
Operator: Hirado Tourism Association

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