About us
We are a Catholic pilgrimage travel agency based in the Goto Islands of Nagasaki, Japan. Deeply connected to this land and its story, our mission is to welcome pilgrims from around the world who wish to encounter the living legacy of the Hidden Christians and the faith that has shaped these islands for centuries.
For more than two hundred years, Catholics in the Goto region preserved their faith in secret under persecution. Their quiet courage, steadfast prayer, and enduring traditions left a spiritual heritage unlike any other. Today, churches, sacred sites, and local communities continue to carry that memory forward. We believe the Goto Islands are not only a place to learn history, but also a place to experience it—through prayer, reflection, and a deeper appreciation of the witness of those who remained faithful through hardship.
Because the Catholic community in Japan is small, many of our guests come from abroad. We specialize in supporting international Catholic travelers by offering tours in English and carefully designed itineraries that unite historical depth, spiritual meaning, and genuine local connection. Whether you visit as an individual pilgrim, a parish group, or a faith community, we will help you experience Goto with understanding, reverence, and heart.
As we are currently in the process of establishing our agency, each pilgrimage we host is guided with special care and sincerity. We see every tour not simply as travel, but as a shared journey of faith and remembrance.
We plan to officially open in spring 2026. In the meantime, if you would like to contact us or discuss a future pilgrimage, please email us at taka@goto-pilgrim.com .
We look forward to welcoming you to Goto—where the story of the Hidden Christians continues to speak to the Church today.