LOCATION & ACCOMMODATION

About Ojika Island in the Goto Islands

Ojika Town, located at the northern tip of the Goto Islands in Nagasaki Prefecture, is a small island with a population of about 2,200. Due to its magnificent scenic beauty, the entire island has been designated as part of Saikai National Park. Additionally, on one of Ojika Town’s islands, Nozaki Island, the former Nokubi Church and the Funamori district have been recognized as UNESCO World Heritage sites.On this small island, where there are no convenience stores, the residents live peacefully, listening to the sounds of the sea, the wind, and the birds. During the music festival, the island resonates even more beautifully as the sounds of classical music blend with the natural sounds of the island’s stunning landscape.

Where is Ojika Island?

Ojika Island is a small island located at the northern tip of the Goto Islands. It is about 60 km west of Sasebo Port in Nagasaki Prefecture. The journey from Sasebo takes approximately 3 hours by ferry or 1.5 hours by high-speed boat. From Fukuoka, the ferry ride takes about 5 hours.

From Sasebo, Fukuoka

For detailed access information, please visit the website of Ojika Island Concierge or Ojika Island Tourism.

▶OJIKA ISLAND TOURISM

Lesson Space

Piano
・Remote Island Development Center – Community Hall Stage
・Kominka Stay “Kohakusan”

Cello & Violin
・Kominka Stay “Hoshū”
・Kominka Inn “Chikazenya”

Practicing Space

Piano
Upright pianos in local households on the island will be provided for practice.
Practice times will be coordinated by the administrative office.

Cello & Violin
The inn “Shimayado Goen” on the island will be reserved as a practice venue.
Practice times will be coordinated by the administrative office.

*Most locations on the island are within walking distance.
*For venues that are not within walking distance, the Music Festival Executive Committee will arrange transportation.

Accommodation

Piano
The administrative office will arrange accommodation at either “Konishi Ryokan” or “Maruma Ryokan.” You do not need to make reservations yourself (payment will be made on-site).

Cello & Violin
The administrative office will arrange accommodation at “Shimayado Goen.” You do not need to make reservations yourself (payment will be made on-site).

Most locations on the island are within walking distance.
If you have a companion, accommodations for them will also be arranged.
If you prefer a different accommodation, please indicate this on your application form.
Please arrange your own transportation, such as ferry or airplane reservations.
Both your accommodation and your companion’s will be arranged by the administrative office. (Once all participants have completed their applications, accommodations will be coordinated and arranged in a way that ensures smooth participation for everyone.)
Payment for accommodations will be made on-site by each individual. Please refer to the accommodation information for details about payment methods.