Tourist Information of Nagasaki

In Nagasaki, which prospered as an international trade center since the Warring States period, you can feel as if you have slipped back in time while walking around visiting places such as the cute streetcar stop "Dejima Stop" and the wooden Western-style building "Former Dejima Seminary". There are many historical sites to explore, such as the "Oura Catholic Church," the oldest existing wooden Gothic-style church in Japan, and the "Higashiyamate Western-style Residential Area," where Western and Japanese-style buildings stand side by side. To conclude your historical journey, you cannot help but pray for world peace at the "Peace Memorial Park" and learn about the devastating conditions of the time at the "Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum."

Sasebo, famous for its "Sasebo Burger," was once a base for various battleships and after the war, became a US Navy base and a leading center for the latest American culture. Japan's first hamburger shop was also born here. "Huis Ten Bosch," which attracts attention from overseas, is a theme park based on Europe, with the world's first robot hotel and is also known as an eco-city that utilizes the latest technology. Hirado is known worldwide as a trading hub, and its international landscape, reminiscent of the past, is characterized by the "Hirado Xavier Memorial Church" and adjacent temples.

Isahaya Park Bridge in Isahaya looks like glasses when reflected on the water, and you can enjoy walking in the park with lots of greenery. Omura Park, also known as "Kushima Castle Ruins," was built by the Omura clan lord before the Battle of Sekigahara. The iris garden, which can be viewed against the backdrop of beautiful flowers and elegant stone walls, is refreshing and pleasant. The terraced rice paddies in Hasami are a sightseeing spot that has been selected as one of Japan's top 100 terraced rice paddies. The beautiful nature that changes with the seasons is definitely worth a visit!

Unzen, a highland resort, is Japan's first national park where you can enjoy beautiful nature all year round, from cherry blossoms in spring to azaleas, fresh greenery, autumn leaves, and frost. There are over 30 "Unzen Jigoku" (Unzen Hell) hot springs, which were also known as the stage for Christian martyrdom torture during the Edo period. Shimabara Castle, with its white tower standing out in the greenery, is the center of the Christian oppression and is recommended to visit the "Christian Museum" and "Local Museum" on the premises.

Iki and Tsushima are famous as the ancient Japanese states mentioned in the "Weizhi Woren Zhuan." The Goto Islands are made up of 130 islands floating in the sea of Nagasaki Prefecture. During the Edo period, they were the castle towns of the Goto clan and also served as a settlement for hidden Christians, leaving behind many historical sites. With beautiful white sandy beaches and clear waters, which some say are the most beautiful in Japan, it is a healing paradise where you can enjoy church tours and seafood.