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Goto Islands: UNESCO Hidden Christian Story All-inclusive Private Tour
Goto Islands: UNESCO Hidden Christian Story All-inclusive Private Tour
Goto Islands: UNESCO Hidden Christian Story All-inclusive Private Tour
Goto Islands: UNESCO Hidden Christian Story All-inclusive Private Tour
Goto Islands: UNESCO Hidden Christian Story All-inclusive Private Tour

Goto Islands: UNESCO Hidden Christian Story All-inclusive Private Tour

Japan-Goto City
Booking confirmed within 7 working day(s)
Duration:8 hour(s)
Guided language: English
Free cancellation 11 day(s) prior to experience date
Please present the e-voucher on-site
A fairytale-like pastel wooden church nestled deep within a lush, quiet forest.

[5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

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Sightseeing Tours

Tour TypePrivate tour
Transportation methodTransfer from meeting point
Departure TimeStandard Departure (8-9 am)
Minimum participant requirement1 traveler
Tour typesGuided tour
Meal arrangementLunch included
Sightseeing typeCity walking tour, Historic site tour, Islands tour
TransportCharter car, Sightseeing cruise, Walking

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Egami Catholic Church
Set against a backdrop of vibrant green woods on Naru Island, the Egami Catholic Church is celebrated as one of the most beautiful wooden churches in Japan. Built in 1918 by local Christians who saved up their earnings from fishing, this UNESCO World Heritage masterpiece features a charming cream-colored exterior, light blue window frames, and hand-painted stained glass designed to resemble cherry blossoms.
Former Gorin Church
Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Former Gorin Church is a rare architectural treasure built in 1881. Tucked away in a remote, peaceful cove with no direct road access, this simple wooden structure beautifully blends traditional Japanese home-building techniques with western gothic ribbed vault ceilings. It stands as a silent, moving monument to the faith and resilience of the Hidden Christians who once lived in this isolated settlement.
Christian Cave
Accessible only by water taxi, the Christian Cave is a historic sea cave located on the rugged cliffs of Wakamatsu Island. During the height of the religious persecution in the Edo/Meiji period, several Christian families hid inside this narrow cave to practice their faith in secret. Today, a white statue of Christ stands inside the cave, visible from the boat as a symbol of remembrance.
Harinomendo
Harinomendo is a fascinating natural rock formation on the coast of Naru Island, created by centuries of ocean erosion. When viewed from the sea, the opening of this collapsed sea cave forms a silhouette that bears a striking resemblance to the Virgin Mary cradling the infant Jesus. It is said that Hidden Christians used to pray toward this natural formation from their boats during times of persecution.

Purchase Notice

Weather on the ferry and open water taxi can be windy and chilly, even in summer. We recommend bringing a light windproof jacket.
The tour involves traveling by a regular ferry and a smaller, bumpy private water taxi (chartered boat). If you are prone to seasickness, please take motion sickness medication at least 30 minutes before departure (08:45 AM).

Reminders

  • Please speak in soft whispers when inside the chapels.

  • The cruise to the Christian Cave and Harinomendo relies on safe sea conditions. If the waves are too high, the water taxi segment may be canceled or altered for safety. We appreciate your understanding.

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations 11 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
  • For cancellations made 8 to 10 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
  • For cancellations made 3 to 7 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
  • For cancellations made 2 to 2 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 40% will apply
  • For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
  • Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
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  • Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.

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