Journal

ロマネスク様式の荘厳な赤レンガづくりの教会。色鮮やかなステンドグラスは、絵画を思わせる美しさです。

A magnificent red-brick church built in the Romanesque style. Its vibrant stained-glass windows are breathtaking, reminiscent of a beautiful painting.

全長665m、トラス吊橋構造で主塔間465.4m、幅10.7m、海面上30mに吊られています。 大橋の下には公園があり、洋風庭園や遊具広場が整備されています。

The bridge spans a total length of 665 meters with a truss suspension structure, featuring a main tower span of 465.4 meters and a width of 10.7 meters. It is suspended 30 meters above the sea. Beneath the bridge, there is a park with a Western-style garden and a playground area, offering a relaxing space for visitors.

禁教が解けて信徒が住むようになり1931年、大天使聖ミカエルに捧げた教会が建てられ、献堂40年にザビエル像を建て、「平戸ザビエル記念聖堂」とよばれるようになりました。

When the ban on Christianity was lifted and believers were able to settle in the area, a church dedicated to St. Michael the Archangel was built in 1931. Forty years after its consecration, a statue of St. Francis Xavier was erected, and the church became known as "Hirado Xavier Memorial Church."

全部で二十四番ある舞の中には、真剣を両手に握り口に咥える舞があり、その姿が人気アニメキャラクターのモデルとなったとも言われている平戸神楽。舞だけでなく、衣装やお面も楽しみのひとつです。

Hirado Kagura consists of 24 different dances, one of which involves holding real swords in both hands while gripping another in the mouth—a striking image said to have inspired a popular anime character. Beyond the mesmerizing dances, the costumes and masks are also a highlight of the experience.

Kikkaから車で５分の最寄りビーチ。風に揺れるヤシの木と透き通る海で非日常をより堪能できます。 シャワーやトイレの設備もあり、遠浅で楽しみやすい場所です。

Just a 5-minute drive from Kikka, Senrigahama Beach is the nearest coastal getaway where you can fully immerse yourself in an extraordinary experience. Swaying palm trees and crystal-clear waters create a tranquil and tropical atmosphere. The beach is equipped with facilities such as showers and restrooms, ensuring convenience for visitors. With its shallow waters, it’s an ideal spot for leisure and enjoyment for all ages.