by Onko Chishin
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concept
Goto, an island of prayer, where people kept their faith despite the prohibition of Buddhism.
We empathize with its strong and flexible way of life and gain vitality for tomorrow.
Beyond the geopark that erupted 50,000 years ago from the mouth of a demon, a theater of sea and sky unfolds from ancient times.
A space where you will be taken in by the scenery and your mind will be liberated.
Japanese cuisine that makes abundant use of seafood, beef, and island vegetables.
The scent of the sea, the wind of Gotō, and the eternal sky.
The past and future are connected, and where there is light, there is shadow.
The island of prayer, an inn of light. 26 rooms in total with ocean view and open-air bath.
Goto, an island of prayer, where people kept their faith despite the prohibition of Buddhism.
We can empathize with its strong and flexible way of life and gain vitality for tomorrow.
The theater of the sea and the sky unfolds beyond the geopark, which erupted 50,000 years ago from the mouth of an ogre.
A space where you are taken in by the scenery and your mind is opened up to the world.
Japanese cuisine with light, richly flavored seafood, beef, and island vegetables.
The scent of the sea, the wind of Gotō, and the eternal sky.
The past and future are connected, and where there is light, there is shadow.
The island of prayer, an inn of light. 26 rooms with ocean view and open-air bath.
The panoramic ocean view seems to envelop you in the horizon.
The light that sometimes shines through the clouds washes your heart like an angel.
The theater of eternity, which people of the past must have gazed upon, can be seen from the 24-hour open-air bath.
Five types of rooms are available, ranging from spacious rooms with a capacity of four persons to rooms for single persons.
The panoramic ocean view seems to envelop you in the horizon.
The light that sometimes shines through the clouds washes your heart like an angel.
The theater of eternity, which people of the past must have gazed upon, can also be viewed from the 24-hour outdoor baths.
Five types of rooms are available, ranging from spacious rooms for four persons to rooms for one person.
Goto is also a sacred place for seafood, and because it is a remote island, various agricultural products are also “locally produced,” such as the fantastic Goto beef. Out of respect for the producers, our chef searches for seasonal ingredients from all over the island. We offer “Hikari no Wagashi” (Japanese cuisine of light), which is a combination of these ingredients and the essence of ray.
Goto is also a sacred place for seafood, and because it is a remote island, various agricultural products are also “locally produced,” such as the fantastic Goto beef. Out of respect for the producers, our chef searches for seasonal ingredients from all over the island. We offer “Hikari no Wagashi” (Japanese cuisine of light), which is a combination of these ingredients and the essence of ray.
The spa treatment is a combination of stillness and movement that opens the doors to the senses, bringing awareness to the true nature of the body, mind, soul, and spirit, and restoring a healthy balance between mind and body while allowing the guests to feel the energy of the island, including the camellias that have grown wild on Gotō since ancient times.
A wide variety of activities are available, such as stained glass, oil pressing, folk songs, cycling, and cruises, to experience the charm of Gotō, which is located within the Saikai National Park.
A wide variety of activities such as stained glass, oil pressing, folk music, cycling, and cruises are available for visitors to experience the charm of Gotō, which is located within the Saikai National Park.
Interior design by Yukio Hashimoto, designer.
Crafts by local artists such as Rurian Glass.
Each of the designs and products that decorate the space at “ray” carry the memories of Goto and Nagasaki.
The products are refined by craftsmen whose skills shine brightly in the present, and give us an insight into the unique qualities of this region.
Interior design by Yukio Hashimoto.
Crafts by local artists such as Rurian Glass.
Each of the designs and products that decorate the “ray” space carry the memories of Goto and Nagasaki.
The products are refined by craftsmen whose skills shine brightly in the present, and give us a unique insight into this region.
Designer
Yukio Hashimoto (1962 – 2022)
Yukio Hashimoto (1962 – 2022)
Born in Aichi Prefecture in 1962, he graduated from Aichi Prefectural University of Fine Arts and Music in 1986 with a degree in design. （After working for Super Potato Co. Awards received include the JCD Excellence Award, the Takashimaya Art Award, and the IIDA Award of Distinction. Representative works include The Peninsula Tokyo (Tokyo), MOONBIRD (Yamagiwa), Hyatt Regency Seragaki Island Okinawa (Okinawa), and ANA InterContinental Hotel Beppu Resort & Spa (Beppu). LED and Curved Wappa – Evolving Traditional Design” was published by Rikuyosha, and “Yukio Hashimoto’s Design Art” (additional issue in March 2022) was published by Discover Japan.
Access
Access
Goto Tsubaki Airport⇄Nagasaki Airport 30 min by plane Goto Tsubaki Airport⇄Fukuoka Airport 40 min by plane Fukue Port⇄Nagasaki Port Jetfoil 1 hour 25 min (direct flight) Ferry 3 hours 10 min (you can come to the island with your own car) Hotel⇄Goto Tsubaki Airport 10 min by car Hotel⇄Fukuue Port 15 min by car
