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Funakoshi Observatory
The Funakoshi Observatory offers a magnificent view of a ria coast dotted with 208 islands of various sizes.
Funakoshi Observatory is one of the "Eight Views of Kujukushima" selected by Sasebo City, offering a spectacular view of the Kujukushima islands, comprising 208 islands of various sizes. The observatory is positioned to overlook the complex coastline of the Rias coast, allowing visitors to witness the densest cluster of islands in Japan.
Not only are the views on clear days impressive, but the scenery on rainy days also resembles a beautiful ink painting. Additionally, between late January and March, the cold season, there's an opportunity to observe cranes returning north. The cranes migrate from their wintering grounds in Kagoshima Prefecture to their breeding grounds in Siberia, and their route takes them over the skies of Kujukushima, attracting amateur photographers and birdwatchers.
The observatory is designed to be barrier-free, eliminating steps to make it easily accessible for visitors in wheelchairs.
Highlights
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One of the "Eight Views of Kujukushima" designated by Sasebo City.
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Overlooks the complex Rias coastline.
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Offers beautiful views both on sunny and rainy days.
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Opportunity to observe cranes returning north.
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Barrier-free design for easy access.
Photos
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![The scenery changes with the time and weather, offering views reminiscent of ink paintings.
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The scenery changes with the time and weather, offering views reminiscent of ink paintings. ©SASEBO
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![Sunsets here are particularly enchanting.
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Sunsets here are particularly enchanting. ©SASEBO
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![Provides a view of the numerous islands along the west coast of the Kitamatsura Peninsula.
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Provides a view of the numerous islands along the west coast of the Kitamatsura Peninsula. ©SASEBO
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![Stunning red skies at dusk.
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Stunning red skies at dusk. ©SASEBO
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![Chance to observe birds in flight.
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Chance to observe birds in flight. ©SASEBO
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 船越展望所
- Postal Code
- 857-1231
- Address
- 147 Funakoshicho, Sasebo City, Nagasaki
- Telephone
- 0956-22-6630（Sasebo Tourist Information Center)
- Closed
- Open every day
- Business hours
- Walk anytime
- Admission
- Free
- Directions
- About a 10-minute walk from the "Doubutsuen-mae" bus stop on the Saihi Bus.
- Credit Cards
- Not accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (English)