Yakizaki Church

Yakizaki Church is a quiet, modest church situated in a secluded village on the western edge of the island. Its location is particularly scenic, facing Yakizakiura, a serpentine and sheltered stretch of the Wakamatsu Strait. This placement offers a sense of profound stillness, as the church sits tucked away from the more traveled routes, mirroring the historical desire of local communities for peace and privacy.

The parish was formally founded in 1950, originally as a mission of the Kiri Parish. As the administrative landscape of the local church evolved, Yakizaki was integrated into the Matenoura Parish upon its establishment in 1975. The current building was completed in 1969, featuring a simple but sturdy design typical of the mid-century reconstruction era in the Goto Islands. It serves as a vital spiritual gathering point for the small, dedicated community of families living along this rugged western coastline.