[Saga Prefecture, Ureshino Prefecture] A two-day trip filled with thrilling coincidences

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From Ureshino Onsen in Saga to Hasami Town in Nagasaki . A relaxing two-day trip to local spots filled with charm, including beauty-enhancing hot springs, a retro hot spring town, local cafes and pottery shops.

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Fairfield by Marriott Michi no Eki Project

The Fairfield by Marriott Michi no Eki Project is a regional revitalization project by Sekisui House and Marriott International, which develops hotels close to roadside stations "Michi no Eki" nationwide from Hokkaido to Kyushu. The hotel does not have any dining facilities, but instead has guests use "Michi no Eki" and local restaurants, interacting with local people and enjoying food, and creating a system where guests can fully experience the charm of the area. Hotel staff who are familiar with the area will recommend seasonal information and spots unique to the area. The guest rooms are simple and calm, with comfortable Simmons beds and rain shower-type bathrooms without bathtubs. The hotel's lobby lounge is equipped with a large table, microwave, toaster oven, coffee machine, Japanese tea, and miso soup. Relax in your room and enjoy your purchases from roadside stations, local supermarkets, wineries, sake breweries, etc. in the lobby lounge. After enjoying the area to your heart's content, spend your time relaxing at the hotel as if you were back home. Free high-speed Wi-Fi and tables with power outlets make it ideal for workation. Enjoy a new style of travel, traversing Japan freely while experiencing the charms of each region.

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A sightseeing route to enjoy the local area, visiting a retro hot spring town and a pottery town
Day 1 | A leisurely local trip with cafes, music, and hot springs
Day 2 | The story of pottery and people in Hasami
Accommodation Information | Fairfield by Marriott Saga Ureshino Onsen
itinerary(2 days)
Summary | Experience the local culture and relax to your heart's content

A sightseeing route to enjoy the local area, visiting a retro hot spring town and a pottery town

Saga Prefecture Ureshino City , Saga Prefecture and Hasami Town, Nagasaki Prefecture . Both are places that are not overly touristy, and are welcoming to you with a culture that is close to everyday life and warm people. Based in Ureshino Onsen, famous for its skin-beautifying hot springs, we enjoyed our trip by visiting local gourmet food, cafes, bars, and Hasami, the home of pottery, along with some chance encounters.

Day 1 | A leisurely local trip with cafes, music, and hot springs

Michi-no-Eki (Roadside Station)"Ureshino Maruku" & UPLIFT SHIMOJYUKU

Located just a short distance from Ureshino Onsen Station on the Nishi Kyushu Shinkansen line, the Michi-no-Eki (Roadside Station) is a complex called UPLIFTSHIMOJYUKU, which is lined with cafes and general stores run by Ureshino dairy farmers, creating a space packed with the charm of the region.

The specialty "Milk Brew Coffee" is a new type of drink made with freshly squeezed milk. It is made with the passion of the dairy farmers involved in running the cafe, "from the farmer's hands to the customer."

📍4763-1 Shimojuku - Ko, Ureshino -cho, Ureshino-shi, Saga Saga Prefecture

The fusion of music and tea: "Music Bar OOMURAYA"

Located on the first floor of a retro-modern inn in the hot spring town, Music Bar OOMURAYA is a music space equipped with about 3,000 analog records. Tourists are welcome to drop in, and it's also a place to mingle with locals.

The owner's recommended drink is " Ureshino Tea Beer," which is a perfect match of the aroma of matcha and the richness of the beer. You can spend an evening on the road, surrendering yourself to the music.

📍848 Saga Prefecture , Ureshino -cho, Ureshino-shi, Saga Ureshino City (inside Omura Yukemuri Lounge)

Experience a morning bath at the skin-beautifying "Siebold's Bath"

The next morning, we headed to "Siebold's Hot Springs," a landmark of Ureshino Onsen. The slimy spring water is known for leaving the skin smooth, and is visited by both tourists and locals alike.

On the second floor, there is an exhibition space that tells the history of the hot spring town, where you can experience the "yuttsura" (slow-paced) culture of Ureshino .

📍818-2 Shimojuku, Ureshino -cho, Ureshino-shi, Ureshino City Saga Prefecture

Day 2 | The story of pottery and people in Hasami

Nishinohara area: HANA Wakusui, Minami Souko, Monne-Lugie-Mukku

Nishinohara in Hasami Town , Nagasaki Prefecture , is a popular area that reuses old pottery buildings. Dotted with general stores, cafes, galleries, and more, you can enjoy a leisurely stroll around the town.

・HANA Wakusui : A general store that sells everyday items and Hasami ware collected from all over Japan. The selection conveys the passion of the makers.

・Minami Souko : A shop where multiple brands of Hasami ware are gathered in one place, allowing you to carefully compare the individual characteristics of each piece of pottery.

・Monne Legui Mook : A cafe restaurant where you can enjoy lunch. The beautiful combination of tableware and food will impress you.

📍2187-4 Nagasaki Prefecture, Higashisonogi, Higashisonogi-gun, Hasami Prefecture

Accommodation Information | Fairfield by Marriott Saga Ureshino Onsen

It is a short walk from Ureshino Onsen Station. It is adjacent to a Michi-no-Eki (Roadside Station) , and is close to the hot spring town and bus stops. There is a microwave and a toaster in the lobby, making it a perfect base for your trip.

📍738 Shimojuku, Ureshino -shi, Ureshino City Saga Prefecture

Fairfield by Marriott Saga Ureshino Onsen

843-0301 4765-1 Shimojuku-ko, Ureshino-cho, Ureshino-shi, Saga Prefect...

Fairfield by Marriott Saga Ureshino Onsen, a hotel in Ureshino City, welcomes you with a comfortable space and heartfelt hospitality. The hotel is located in Ureshino Onsen, which has become increasingly popular following the opening of the Nishi-Kyushu Shinkansen, and is conveniently located next to the roadside station "Ureshino Maruku." Ureshino Onsen, one of the "Three Great Hot Springs for Beautiful Skin in Japan," offers a variety of hot springs for tourists to enjoy, including the public bath Siebold no Yu and numerous foot baths. Yudofu, made with hot spring water from Ureshino Onsen, is a delicious specialty dish that is smooth and delicious. Ureshino tea, nurtured by the clear streams and clean air flowing through the misty Ureshino Basin, can be enjoyed as a drink or a snack anywhere in the region.

itinerary(2 days)

Time Content

Day 1 11:00 Arrive at Ureshino Onsen Station and stroll around the Michi-no-Eki (Roadside Station)"Ureshino Maruku"

Day1 12:30 Cafe & Miscellaneous Goods Tour at "UPLIFT SHIMOJYUKU"

Day 1 15:00 Enjoy music and cocktails at "Music Bar OOMURAYA"

Day1 18:00 Stroll around the hot spring town and stay overnight

Day 2 08:30 Morning bath experience at "Siebold's Bath"

Day 2 10:00 Move from Ureshino to Hasami(about 40 minutes by bus)

Day 2 11:00 Stroll around the Nishinohara area (HANA Wakusui, Minami Souko, etc.)

Day 2 12:30 Lunch at "Monne Rougie Mook"

Day 2 14:00 Enjoy cafes and shopping and head home

Summary | Experience the local culture and relax to your heart's content

Don't pack your schedule too tightly, just walk around freely and encounter scenery, people, and words. A trip to Ureshino and Hasami is a place where each and every coincidence turns into a special experience. Why not take a break from your daily routine and enjoy the local charm?

Fairfield by Marriott Saga Ureshino Onsen Official Website

Fairfield by Marriott Michi-no-Eki Project Official Website

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