Staying in a Japanese Castle: Our Luxurious Night at Hirado Castle and Hidden Gems of Nagasaki / 城泊！

Join Nick on his adventure to Hirado, Nagasaki, where he and his wife Emiko spend the night inside Hirado Castle, Japan’s first-ever authentic “castle stay”. From behind-the-scenes tours of traditional sweets factories to horseback riding on the beach, fishing with locals, and exploring historic sites, this video will make you want to pack your bags for Hirado today! In addition to this exclusive tour of the castle stay, Nick shares his favorite sights and experiences, all while showcasing the beauty and rich history of Hirado.

日本初の城泊は、九州の北西端・長崎県平戸市にある平戸城。海を見渡す高台に立つ平戸城は、特別ディナーの後は天守閣を貸切！朝陽の中での朝風呂も最高です。大陸との貿易に加え、オランダ・ポルトガルとの貿易港としても栄えた多様な文化が交差する町は、日本初のものごとであふれています。400年にわたって伝えられる銘菓作りや、定置網漁に同行する本物の漁師体験、ビーチでの乗馬や、まち歩きなど、静かで美しい平戸への旅を紹介します。

Chapters
01:30 Hirado Castle Stay
02:50 Dinner in the castle
03:13 Private night tour in the castle
03:54 Morning at the castle
04:15 Breakfast in the castle
04:47 Casdolce factory tour
06:03 Horseback riding on a beach
06:43 Fishing experience
07:40 Breakfast with fishers
08:10 Firsts in Japan
08:56 First Zen Temple in Japan
09:32 First Green Tea field in Japan
09:50 Tabira Catholic Church
10:44 Matsura Historical Museum
11:22 Hands-on experiences
11:55 Ikitsuki Island
12:18 Picnic
12:22 Closing comments

Special thanks to:
Kaiju Yagura Hirado (Castle Stay) / https://www.castlestay.jp/
Mr. Norie Fujita / Hirado Tourism Association
Hirado Tsuyata / https://www.hirado-tsutaya.jp/kasdouce/
Seaview Ranch / http://h-svr.com/
Ayaka Suisan
Senkoji
Matsura Historical Museum / http://www.matsura.or.jp/en/home-2/

Nick no Kyushu Tabi! / ニックの九州旅！
Welcome to our video series in partnership with the Kyushu Tourism Organization. Each month, Nick presents a concise video report featuring highlights from a recent Kyushu Live episode, complete with additional footage and insights. Let’s explore Kyushu in depth together! Furthermore, Nick engages in a lively discussion with Koji Karaike, Chairperson of the Kyushu Tourism Organization, to delve into the topic. Watch that video here: https://www.youtube.com/@kyushujuku
Fukuoka Now 編集長のニック・サーズが九州各地を旅する動画シリーズ「ニックの九州旅」。旅の後は、九州観光機構のインターネットテレビ局「チャンネル九州塾」の唐池恒二塾長と一緒に道中を振り返ります。唐池塾長とニックの掛け合いも楽しい #ニックの九州旅 トークショーは『チャンネル九州塾』で公開しています。

Channel Kyushu Juku – Kyushu Tourism Organization
九州観光機構【公式】チャンネル九州塾
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