Nagasaki, Japan skyline: the 46 most iconic buildings and best views in Nagasaki

Glover Garden is a lovely destination that beautifully showcases the rich history of Nagasaki and its development. It's a photogenic spot that appeals to photography enthusiasts, capturing the charm of the area perfectly. As I walked through the displayed homes, I was filled with nostalgia, as they reminded me of my childhood home in Pennsylvania. The small, inviting architecture felt so familiar, evoking cherished memories from my upbringing. Strolling through the gardens and homes created a delightful connection to both my past and the fascinating history of Nagasaki. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a blend of beauty and heritage!

I visited Glover Garden on an excruciatingly hot August weekend. Honestly, I wish I had gone in fall, winter, or spring—it was far too hot to stop and fully admire the beautiful scenery. Still, I managed to capture the stunning view of Nagasaki Harbor from Glover House, which made the visit worthwhile. Surprisingly, even though it was a weekend, the garden wasn’t very crowded, so it felt calm and easy to explore. Summer isn’t the best time to visit if you can’t handle the heat and humidity. Cooler seasons would make strolling through the gardens far more enjoyable. Admission is ¥620 for adults, and while there’s no free parking on-site, several paid parking lots are conveniently located nearby.

We visited Glover Garden during our trip to Nagasaki, and honestly, it felt like stepping back into a romantic chapter of history. Set on the hillside of Minami-Yamate, the garden is full of charming Western-style buildings from the Meiji era, including the famous Glover Residence—the oldest Western-style wooden house in Japan. Walking along the cobblestone paths lined with seasonal flowers, I loved how the architecture blends Western design with Japanese roof tiles and beautiful gardens. Inside the Glover House, the period furniture and sunlit rooms really made it easy to imagine life back then for foreign merchants living here. The views over Nagasaki Harbor from different spots were absolutely breathtaking—the crisp air, distant mountains, and sparkling bay made for some of my favorite photo moments. One fun surprise was finding the “Heart Stones” hidden along the paths—there’s a local legend that couples who find and touch them will stay together, which added a cute, romantic touch to the visit. What I really appreciated was the peaceful vibe of the whole place. It wasn’t overcrowded, so we could take our time exploring and just soak in the atmosphere. The garden is easy to navigate with escalators and plenty of benches to relax on, making the visit comfortable and leisurely. If you’re visiting Nagasaki, I’d definitely recommend Glover Garden. It’s a beautiful mix of history, architecture, and nature that makes for a really memorable experience.

Very nice gardens, easy to walk through, even though it's on a hillside. To go up there are escalators, to go down stairs or ramps. The tea house seems to be closed until 2027, but not sure as I don't read Japanese. But there is a coffee truck available just next to it.

Props to the guy in TripAdvisor who gave this advice/hack: “take the tram to the terminus of Line 5 at Ishibashi; it's only a short walk from there (150m) to the Glover Sky Road where you can ride the funicular/elevator to the upper entrance/exit (Gate 2) of Glover Garden. Once in the Garden itself, it's much more of a gentle downhill stroll to take in the various properties on your way down to the lower exit near Oura Cathedral.” Trust me this is the way to do it otherwise you will be hoofing it uphill and a lot of stairs. There are escalators taking you up to various parts of the garden but it is MUCH easier to start at the top and work your way downhill. I was super chuffed :) Our ship docked just a quick walk to the tram station, and it’s only 150¥ pp to ride (you can pay cash). They do sell day passes at the information center by the cruise port - which will give you access to all over Nagasaki if you want to visit the Peace Park or Atomic Bomb museum. The garden itself was lovely - not the most amazing place I’ve seen in Japan - but definitely worth a visit. You can enter the homes which are very neat to see but nothing life changing if you’ve seen western style colonial homes before. Also FYI the vending machines just outside of Glover Garden are much cheaper than the ones inside. No sweet potato machines but there’s a very cool massive capsule machine when you exit the gift shop! Upon exiting there is a little street running downhill full of amazing shops, a lot selling the famous Nagasaki cakes - but my favorite was the glass shop (you can’t miss it) - so much beautiful jewelry and glass souvenirs!

Nice place to visit during weekday. But you need to do some walking to see more scenarios. There are escalator up hill and eatery as well

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This is such an important preservation of knowledge and information. It angers me beyond words of how people of today's era still believe that war brings peace! How many ppl have to die to save others? Why must so many innocent lives become play piece of the few in power? Take the tram from Nagasaki Station , cheaper than the buses and quicker too. Tickets at 200 ¥ per adult

This museum is truly heartbreaking, so many innocent lives were lost. May these exhibits remind us never to repeat such a tragedy again. I learned a lot from the personal testimonials of those who lived through it. There was no line when we bought our tickets, and the entrance fee is ¥200 per person.

Tragical but important part of the world’s history Not very big but informative museum. You’ll find a lot of information about historical events of 9 August 1945. There are many items from that day displayed, so you can understand the level of damages. You can also feel all the feelings of people survived with the help of movies with memories. Next to the museum located the monument of the hypocenter, there is Peace park nearby - I recommend you to visit it as well even you’re tired, there are escalators and stairs both to enter.

Visited on August 30, on a sweltering summer afternoon — stepping inside felt like a relief from the unbearable heat. The museum was busy with both local and international visitors, yet it remained quiet and respectful. There’s also a small café inside where you can take a short break and cool off. The exhibits are deeply moving — photos, artifacts, and stories that reveal the unimaginable destruction and human suffering caused by the blast. Some displays were hard to look at, but they remind you why peace is something we should never take for granted. A powerful and thought-provoking visit — not an easy experience, but an important one for anyone who wants to understand history beyond the textbooks.

Visiting the Nagasaki Museum was one of the most powerful experiences of my life. The place is both beautiful and heartbreaking at the same time. I couldn’t hold back my tears — and I wasn’t the only one. Many local visitors around me were crying too, feeling the same deep sorrow and empathy. The exhibits make you feel as if you were there at the very moment of the bombing — it’s incredibly real and moving. It’s not just a museum; it’s a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of peace. I left with a heavy heart but also a stronger desire to share its message with the world. I would recommend this place to everyone who believes in peace and wants to understand the true cost of war.

One of the best war museum i ever went! The museum has a great narrative exhibition. It not too overwhelmed with information. Spending about 2 hours here. Its worth to drive from Fukuoka to here. Parking at museum also cheapest among other parking near museum. Highly recommended for those who loves war museum.

Good museum to learn about the world war and bombing in Nagasaki. Very informative and interactive, lots of personal documents have been recovered to tell the real experiences and stories of the people affected. Very chilling and sad stories to read about, but important to know how they were affected

Visiting Peace Park in Nagasaki was a deeply moving and unforgettable experience. We happened to visit on August 6, just days before the anniversary of the atomic bombing, and could feel the quiet sense of reflection as the park was being carefully prepared for the upcoming memorial. The atmosphere was both solemn and powerful — a space that speaks volumes without needing many words. Standing before the iconic Peace Statue and walking through the serene grounds made us pause and reflect on the importance of peace, resilience, and remembrance. If you visit Nagasaki, this is a place that truly stays with you.

Peace Park in Nagasaki is beautifully laid out, clean, and free to enter. The park features many impressive commemorative statues donated by countries around the world, each with its own message of peace. Facilities are well maintained, including clean toilets and a refreshing water fountain. If arriving from the Peace Park tram stop, convenient escalators take you up to the top for an easy start to your visit.

A peaceful open space in Nagasaki dedicated to remembering the victims of the atomic bombing. It’s quiet and calm, with statues and monuments. There’s also a working escalator for easy access. No entrance fee. Visited last week of September 2025.

Lots of school children and tourists visiting the park tourists on the day we went. This clean, well-maintained memorial of one of the most horrible events in modern history is remarkable. Along with ruins of structures, a huge statue, and a fountain are numerous gifted sculptures from countries including Argentina, Turkey, United States, and New Zealand. Art from Japan includes sculptures and thousands of origami cranes.

Step back and learn a little history at this park. Easily accessible with a tram stop nearby. This park commemorates the atomic bombing. There is the peace statue & museum. Visited during the week and large school groups about but there’s plenty of space. Toilets are also available.

A good place to visit, accessibility is good with the escalaters. It's very well laid out, maybe this is why it does not have the impact of Hiroshima though and it's partly destroyed buildings.

Historical place commemorating the terrible devastation, suffering, and loss of lives during WW2, when an atomic bomb was dropped on Nagasaki. The actual spot of the epicentre was marked by a cenotaph in the park. [The 2nd atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima] Don't just visit the park, do tour the museum where you can learn more about the past.

We visited Nagasaki in October and stayed in a hotel just outside Chinatown. At nighttime, you can see all the pretty lights. But most of the shops were closed when we walked through one Friday night. Even some of the restaurants were closed by 8pm. Walking through the practically deserted streets was a bit eerie (although you don't feel unsafe).

Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown is a lively mix of sights, smells, and flavours that captures the city’s multicultural spirit. Though compact, it’s packed with charm—bright lanterns, colourful shopfronts, and tempting street food at every turn. It’s more relaxed than bigger Chinatowns but still full of character, making it a fun place to wander, snack, and soak up the atmosphere, especially in the evening when the lights come on.

We really enjoyed walking through Nagasaki Chinatown. There are lots of shops and restaurants to explore, and the atmosphere is lively and colorful. We had a great meal while we were there, and it’s also a great spot for photos. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in Nagasaki!

Had visited at around 5pm on a Thursday and it was barely open. It was only 1 street and you could go across it in less than 3 min. It had an interesting shop with cute souvenir and decoration items but the food stalls and shops were either out of food or were closed. We finally settled on a Chinese restaurant in the area and their noodles were one of the most depressing ones we've ever had. The noodles in the nagasaki champon were half cooked and even the dan dan noodles lacked flavour. Nagasaki was beautiful but maybe this place is not worth visiting.

Not very big, and not especially vibrant or bustling compared to other Chinatowns I've visited around the world. A regular street with a few Chinese shops and decorations, I found it disappointing as a place to visit rather than to just pass through.

Nagasaki Chinatown, or Shinchi Chinatown, is the oldest Chinatown in Japan, established in the 17th century. It originated when Chinese traders settled in Nagasaki during Japan’s period of national isolation (sakoku), as Nagasaki was one of the few ports open to limited foreign trade. The Chinese were confined to a specific district—Shinchi—to control their interactions with locals. Over time, Shinchi evolved into a vibrant cultural and commercial center, blending Chinese traditions with Japanese influences. Today, it stands as a symbol of Nagasaki’s long history of international exchange and remains a hub of Chinese cuisine, architecture, and festivals—most famously the Nagasaki Lantern Festival.

A must-visit if you are nearby. This Chinatown is small, but you can enjoy some delicious Chinese and Japanese cuisine. I will recommend trying Champon and Castella. You can also buy souvenirs. There is also a Ghibli souvenir store here.

Visiting the Site of the Former Dutch Trading Post on Dejima was like stepping back in time to an incredibly unique period in Japanese history. The restored buildings and exhibits provide fascinating insights into the early Dutch-Japanese trade relationship, the architecture, and daily life of the people who lived and worked here. Walking through the narrow streets and rooms filled with historical artifacts and displays made it easy to imagine the cultural exchanges that took place centuries ago. It’s a must-see for history buffs or anyone interested in learning about Japan’s Edo period and its early interactions with the West. The area is well-maintained, and there are informative plaques in multiple languages, making it accessible for international visitors. Highly recommend spending a few hours here to fully take in the experience!

Interesting area that talks about the history of Japan and their trade with the dutch. There are traditional buildings that are reconstructed using traditional methods that you can visit here. Also exhibition also the goods that were traded back in the day. If you are tired there is cafe where you can grab some snacks. For unknown reasons, some of the exhibition are only in Japanese, no English version. There is a video played near the entrance/exit if you watch anime or know some Japanese it should give you some idea of what is happening here in the past. Visited: 2 Nov 2024, still kinda hot

Has a lot of potential, but it seems to be wasted by the presentation. Many signs are transparent, and the choice of font and font color make most of them hard to read. The English translations frequently use awkward grammar or incorrect words (even in Japanese, a lot of text is repetitive and vague). Only reason I give 3 stars instead of 2 is because this is an important cultural and heritage asset that I think is worth learning about.

Good place to know about a specific part of Japanese history but other than that the area isn’t that pretty. Personally feel like the entry fee is not very worth the experience even with the discount from buying the bus pass.

Very informative visit to show the activity of trading and manufacturing, plus the cultural exchange. Many different types of display methods used. The fee was a good deal.

Is it a reconstruction? Yes. Do you have to pretend the surrounding modern buildings do not exist? Also yes. But the quality of the reconstruction is extremely high, and the exhibits are really informative. We spent a lot longer than expected here, and we could have spent even longer. Not to be missed, the history is fascinating!

Dejima is no longer an island owing to land reclamation. However, the restoration of buildings from the early nineteenth century (which include living quarters, offices, warehouses and gates) offers a glimpse of the trading activities and way of life at the former Dutch trading post. Definitely worth a visit.

We visited Suwa Shrine 諏訪神社 in October. This is a sprawling Shinto shrine located a top a very long set of stairs. During our visit, they were setting up for a festival so there were plenty of workers climbing up and down the stairs. It was super hot on this day which made the climb up the stairs a bit tiring. One you get up the main steps, there's plenty of things to look at and you can also walk to other nearby shrines in the area.

A beautiful and peaceful shrine, perfect for those looking to experience a spiritual and cultural site in the city. With no entrance fee and fewer crowds during the weekdays, it offers a quiet and reflective atmosphere. The temple grounds are well maintained, featuring traditional architecture, sacred monuments, and a serene ambiance. As an important Shinto shrine, it holds deep historical and cultural significance. A great place to explore, appreciate Japan’s spiritual heritage, and enjoy a moment of tranquility 🧘away from the city's busy streets.

For anyone looking to visit here for late night walks, this place was hauntingly serene. Barely any visitors around 10pm. The koi pond and main temple are accessible at all times. However, the long walkway with many toriis was unfortunately closed off after regular visiting hours. No entrance fee just walk up and explore peacefully

This was the only shrine in Nagasaki where I received a goshuin, which cost around ¥500. It was drizzling when we visited, making the stairs slippery and uneven, so be sure to hold on to the handrails. The climb up is quite long, but reaching the shrine and offering a prayer made it all worth it. Visited in the last week of September.

One of the most beautiful and tranquil shrine in Nagasaki! The shrine being located at a mountain top takes you away from the hustle and bustle of the city which helps to relax and calm you.The shrine itself was large, spacious and well-kept which added to the tranquilness. The highlight for me was it has one of the best overview shot of the city of Nagasaki that I have seen. I managed to get a goshuin and a limited edition autumn charm which was awesome. Overall, highly recommend making a pitstop here to reset your mind and body!

Beautiful big shrine overlooking Nagasaki. It’s a bit of a hike up the 277 stone steps but well worth it. There is a koi pond, a waterfall, and a small shrine with many torii behind it. Nearby there is a free zoo, an “unusual road” with trees growing down the middle, and another shrine Matsumori Tenmangu with a cute flock of chickens.

Enjoyed this temple. Lots of nooks and crannies. Had the place to myself in the morning. Tori gates reminded me of fushimi inari. Have to walk a bunch of stairs but truly hidden gem or slept on

Cool to see the charred statues, but if you're not religious, you may want to skip as the cathedral has been rebuilt and is still an active religious site. It is walkable from Peace Park but did not really feel like a worthwhile detour.

Moving to see the rebuilt cathedral after seeing part of the originals remnants at the peace park. There is a small exhibition space and shop and you can see the inside of the cathedral although you are restricted from walking around it.

Urakami Cathedral, the first grand Catholic church in East Asia, stands as a symbol of both deep faith and resilience. Surrounded by its quiet beauty and profound history, we sat in silence and prayed for over 30 minutes, feeling the weight of its past and the hope it continues to inspire.

the inside is really beautiful, but sadly it is prohibited to take photos or videos. i came for the interior

Urakami Cathedral, NagasakiUrakami Catholic is the Catholic Urakami Cathedral in Nagasaki, Japan, famous for being rebuilt after it was completely destroyed by the 1945 atomic bomb. Originally constructed on the site of former "e-bumi" (image-trampling) ceremonies, the cathedral was completed in 1925 and was considered the largest cathedral in East Asia at the time. After its destruction, survivors rang a bell from the ruins on Christmas Eve 1945, and the new reinforced concrete building was completed in 1959. The cathedral houses various relics that survived the bombing, including headless statues and a wooden figure of the Virgin Mary that miraculously survived the heat.

Note to tourists and Catholics, taking pictures is not allowed inside the cathedral ( or maybe only the time I visited, I am not sure for the other days).Also the benches are restricted for visitors, so If you want to pray, you can just stand behind the main door.

Urakami Cathedral in Nagasaki, Japan, is a historic Roman Catholic church with deep significance. Originally built in the late 19th century, it was the largest cathedral in East Asia at the time. The cathedral became a symbol of resilience after it was destroyed during the atomic bombing of Nagasaki in 1945, as it was located near the bomb’s hypocenter. The reconstructed cathedral, completed in 1959, stands as a memorial to the victims and a testament to peace. Its blend of Western and Japanese architectural elements reflects the history of Christianity in Japan, especially during periods of persecution. The cathedral also houses artifacts from the bombing, offering a somber reminder of the past.

Very vivid remnants or reconstructions of the devastation of the atom bomb. It's is smaller than the Hiroshima museum but with equally dramatic photos, testimony of survivors. It's an important place to see as Nagasaki is one of the two cities to be atom bombed. Hope there is never another ....

The Nagasaki National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims is a solemn and thoughtfully designed space, free to enter either through the museum or from the street front. Inside, exhibits and memorials honor the victims, offering a quiet, reflective experience. The facility is clean, well maintained, and deeply moving.

The Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum documents the history of the atomic bombing on August 9, 1945, and advocates for world peace and the abolition of nuclear weapons. It features exhibits on the events leading up to the bombing, artifacts from the aftermath (such as melted glass, twisted metal, and personal belongings), firsthand accounts from survivors, and the destructive effects of the bomb on people and the city. The museum also includes displays on the history of nuclear weapons and their devastating impact. Key features and exhibits History and timeline: Chronological displays cover the history of the bombing, from the events that led up to it, to the city's reconstruction. Artifacts from the bombing: Exhibits include a clock that stopped at 11:02 a.m. (the time of the explosion), burned clothing, melted glass, and a water tower warped by the blast. Human impact: The museum has sections dedicated to the human cost, including photographs, accounts, and artifacts showing the effects of radiation and blast injuries. Nuclear weapons: There are displays on the history of nuclear weapons development and a life-size model of the "Fat Man" bomb. Peace and advocacy: The museum's overall purpose is to promote peace and prevent future nuclear warfare, a theme that continues in the nearby Nagasaki Peace Park. Information and support: The museum provides video rooms with survivor testimonies and offers multilingual captions to assist visitors. Note: you can get bird paper crane origami near the entrance, it's a symbolic gift based from true story of atomic bomb victim

This sombre facility pays respect to the victims of the atomic bomb drop on Nagasaki. If you're already at the Atomic Bomb Museum, it is a short walk over and admission is free. It is worth the time to pay your respects.

It is a place worth visiting. Be prepared to walk to see all of it. It is spread out but I feel every step was worth it. Inside the museum it was very difficult to see what nuclear weapons do to a human body. This is a lesson for the world to heed.

Adjacent to the atomic bomb museum. Mainly to commemorate the victims and those who passed away. Peaceful vibe.

Well just a must to come here to see what a nuclear bomb can do to humans and hope there will be no more of this. Peace to the world

There are places that is open to the public for free. Its nice to roam around the free areas and the rooftop garden. There is also a cafe in the 2nd floor. I like this museum :)

It’s a beautiful museum, the architecture itself is worth coming. However, one of the exhibitions was only in Japanese and we were not allowed to take photos, so we could also not use our google lens translation app. The exhibitions had the perfect length -not too short, not too long - and we also had some good tea and cheesecake in the coffee shop.

I had one free afternoon in Nagasaki, so I decided to visit Nagasaki Prefectural Art Museum. The building is designed by Kengo Kuma and it's beautifully designed. The signages are also very well designed. Highly recommended!

This museum is super clean high-end with a lot of creative art. They have very clean facility and restroom. I recommended for a quick visit. It is next to Marina wharf.

Very nice museum, visited multiple times already for different expositions and looking forward for more in the future. View from the rooftop is beautiful.

Ths museum is close to Dejima, so I gave it a visit after visiting the latter. The museum was peaceful and quiet when I went on a weekday afternoon. I visited the permanent collection and saw lots of great art. The gift shop had a lot of cute and interesting items. Museum also had a Ghibli exhibition, but had to give it a miss since I was short on time.

This was a very enjoyable art gallery. At the time of visiting there was a fantastic exhibit based on choral music which gave the place a hauntingly beautiful air. The remaining galleries had some excellent examples of Japanese and Spanish landscape masters, along side some contemporary galleries. In addition, the view from the roof is wonderful.

The entrance fee is quite high (¥660), but decided to go because I was curious to learn more about the history of Confucianism and Chinese influence in Nagasaki. But, the museum is only in Japanese. The temple itself is beautiful, but if you've seen many Confucius temples before and cannot speak or read Japanese, I doubt you will get much out of this visit. I wouldn't recommend going.

My wife had found this ... Fascinating and lots of history of Chinese Buddhism in Nagasaki. Entrance fee included museum (good exhibits. No photos allowed, signage in Japanese / Chinese). You can buy koi food to feed the fish in a small pond.

This Confucius Shrine in Nagasaki is a vibrant slice of China! The architecture is stunning, with intricate details and bright colors that really stand out. Walking around, you'll see impressive statues of Confucius and his 72 disciples. There's also a museum with Chinese historical artifacts, making it a unique cultural experience in Japan. It's a peaceful and interesting place to visit, offering a different perspective from typical Japanese shrines. Definitely worth checking out if you're in Nagasaki! The Nagasaki Confucius Shrine is conveniently accessible by the Nagasaki Electric Tramway. From Nagasaki Station, take Tram Line 1 towards Sofukuji. Get off at the Shinchi Chinatown stop (about 7-8 minutes). Transfer to Tram Line 5 towards Ishibashi and get off at either the Oura Kaigan-dori stop (5-minute walk) or the Oura Tenshudo stop (3-minute walk), both of which are close to the shrine. Alternatively, from Nagasaki Station South Exit, you can take a bus (about 10 minutes) and then walk for about 5 minutes to the shrine. The shrine is also within walking distance (around 3 minutes) from the Ishibashi Tram Stop on Line 5.

The Nagasaki Koshibyo Confucius Shrine and Historical Museum of China offers a serene and beautifully maintained glimpse into Chinese culture and history. The vibrant architecture, detailed stone carvings, and tranquil courtyards create a peaceful atmosphere. The museum’s exhibits, though modest in size, showcase the long-standing ties between China and Nagasaki with well-curated artifacts. A short stop, especially for those interested in cultural exchange and architecture.

It is a beautifully restored Chinese Shrine. There is a small museum at the back. All signage is in Chinese and Japanese, but there is a leaflet in English that is given to foreign visitors upon entry. It is pretty informative. The visit costs 660¥.

It is very impressive to visit this attraction, however please note that you won't be able to receive a goshiun stamp here!

Mostly about the importance of Confucius and his disciples in China and their expat communities in Nagasaki & Japan. It was interesting to review the information. However, I would have enjoyed much more information about the historical and contemporary development of local Chinese communities in Nagasaki. Who has contributed and what are their personal stories? Can you show some artifacts and photos/videos about multidimensional community histories that led to the present? Please show the experiences and the perspectives of the community of different occupations, economic class, regions of their origin, ethnicity, gender, generations, among other complexities in the Chinese community in Nagasaki. What are your relationships with China, broader Nagasaki and Japan, and the world? What are your past and contemporary challenges as well as your visions of the future? Can you show the information in more interactive ways like Gunkanjima digital museum? These go beyond Confucius, but I didn’t find such information anywhere else in Nagasaki. As the main or sole museum about the Chinese community in Nagasaki, it would be great if you incorporate it. It would also have been nice to see a space for feedback at the end of the museum display. I bet more people will come to your museum!

Super cool interactive museum. Wish there were more signs in English but you could get the gist from the surrounding artifacts. The staff were kind and helpful. The building is also very nice and modern.

l really enjoyed my visit. You can try different experiences like sending telegram, printing old style newspaper even taking old style photopragh. lt was enlightening about Nagasaki's history especially with foreign communities. By the end of the tour, l completed my quiz and received a gatcha gatcha present. The staff was kind and warm welcoming. lt was a pleasure to visit the museum.

This is a truly great museum. I found myself getting emotional while reading the stories and seeing the debris left from the bombings and war in Nagasaki. There is so much to learn, and the exhibits are thoughtfully designed to be both interactive and engaging. The museum also features a cinema and a variety of traditional houses where you can sit in the living areas to experience the Japanese way of life. Everything is clean, spacious, and well-organized. Highly recommended!

Museum at Nagasaki near city hall. Was security post of castle so the stone wall and wood gate is huge and awesome. Inside the museum not only exhibition, there are performances, crafting experience and great restaurant as well. Can spend around 2-3 hours here. Nice place.

The pokemon exhibition was worth every penny. The rest of the museum was also worth checking out, very informative around the culture and history of the city.

An interesting museum tucked away in a quiet neighborhood. The museum is divided into two zones. There is a permanent exhibition of artwork, historical manuscripts and handicrafts; illustrating Nagasaki's rich history serving as Japan's window to the rest of the world during its period of isolation. There are sections dedicated to the trade and cultural exchange with Korea, China and the West, in particular the Netherlands. The other zone consists of the Nagasaki Magistrate's Office which was reconstructed based on historical drawings and which can be accessed from the side of the building. I really regretted going to the museum in the late afternoon. I was only able to finish touring the permanent exhibition (which took almost one and a half hours) before closing time.

A must visit when in Nagasaki. ( This should be the first thing to visit when in Nagasaki.) As a tourist, it is an ideal place to give you an introduction about Nagasaki and what to expect around the area. Divided into 2 permanent galleries. Beautifully curated and interactive display. A good itinerary together with the nearby attractions- Suwa shrine Tetayama air-raid shelter(opens at 9:30am), and Sto.Domingo Church Museum ( opens at 9:00sm) - a good half day itinerary. The museum opens at 8:30am.

An interesting temple complex that we visited in October. We stopped by near closing time (5pm) and were almost locked in (there's a small side door that we were able to use to get out). They had a spot where you could buy lucky cat charms.

Nice serene temple featuring the same deities as the other temples in the area, but on a bigger scale. 300¥ per entry.

Located in the Teramachi (“temple”) district, this is the oldest Chinese-style temple in Nagasaki and is designated as an Important Cultural Property. Surprisingly, there was no one else, so it was very peaceful and quiet. It truly feels like something different from ordinary Japanese temples. There is an entrance fee, but it is definitely worth it.

Big piece of estate. Many temples, shrines and cemeteries dot the landscape. Lots of staircase to climb too. But the view from the top is peaceful and nice.

Beautiful shrine, cheap entry, quick to navigate, you can take nice photos

The grounds of this temple are so well kept and there is a lot of history. Admission was about ¥400 but it was worth seeing some of the artifacts and exploring the temple grounds. There are places to sit and relax as well.

Kofukuji Temple is the oldest and one of the most important Chinese-founded temples in Nagasaki. Located in the city's Teramachi ("Temple Town") district, it is the birthplace of the Obaku school of Zen Buddhism in Japan and has many interesting features.

A church with a rich history. Established by missionaries of old Nagasaki.

The oldest church in Nagasaki built in 1965 as dedication to 26 martyrs of Japan. A beautiful exterior with very much european style. It has the statue of Our Lady of Japan in front of the church. Wooden dominating interior adds the sacred feeling. It's an old painting of 26 martyrs being crucified in one side of the altar. It survived the atomic bomb blast with very much eveeything in tact except for the window glasses.

The ticket fee is ¥1000, which is absurd. As with most historical churches in Japan, pictures are forbidden in the church interior. That being said, Oura Church is the oldest extant church in Japan. It is quite beautiful. It is dedicated to the 26 Martyrs of Japan, and a museum next to the church gives a brief overview of the tumultuous history of Christianity in Japan. Included with the ticket is a booklet giving a more detailed history of Christianity in Nagasaki. Oura Church is one of the most interesting and beautiful attractions in Nagasaki, but the price is shameful.

Beautiful and calm. Worth a visit!

Not much to see with comparatively high entry fee. No photos allowed inside church & museum.

The church is beautiful. Stained glasses are breathtaking. I strongly recommend visiting this Church.

Not worth the 600 yen entrance fee at all. Extremely small with very limited stained glass windows. Exterior was under construction. Street to and from the "cathedral" filled with tourist shops.

Went to Nagasaki for the atomic bomb but the discovered this nice museum. I learn a lot about missionary in Japan from this place. I watched Silence by martin Scorcese so this place remind me a lot about the movie.

This museum has an amazing history and is very detailed. It can take a few hours to take everything in. Its definitely a must visit place for any Christian who wants to see how Christianity entered Japan amd how it has survived and is being strengthened in current time.

Historical place. ...to stand on the place where 26 true Christians died for their faith touched my heart. Their 30 day journey from Kyoto to Nagasaki to be martyred....their Way of the Cross. I felt privileged to stand on the spot where showed their courage and love for Christ.

The museum is not that big, I stayed 1 hour because I really, really took my time since the entrance was 500¥. Everyone else that came in got out after 5 to 20 minutes. There were some impressive artifacts, but I felt like a good part of the exhibit was not specific to Nagasaki and what happened there.

Very informative and well structured museum showing the history of european missionaries (from home country Portugal) that came to Japan in order to spread Christianity. Their story is really well told and although it has an unhappy ending, the kakure kurishitan will always have a place in the history of Christ.

This is a wonderful museum with a fascinating history on the brutal persecution of Christians in Japan. I knew it was hard for them, but I had no idea there were so many martyrs here. There's plenty of English information, and a lot of great historical context. Highly recommended even if you aren't religious. Of particular note is information on the hidden Christians and how they practiced. There's a video of one of their old Christmas eve rituals that is quite powerful. The idea that they used statues of Kannon, also known as Guan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy, as a stand in for the Virgin Mary is a powerful revelation.

Small, well-laid out. History of Christianity in Japan was the most interesting for me (ground floor).

A lovely area that was inhabited by westerners after Nagasaki became one of three ports open to several western countries in the late 1850s. There is a western style home there as well, which has free entry.

Wonderful part of Nagasaki to visit. One minute you see a typical Japanese a street and then it's Dutch. Fabulous

it's really just a slope with some nice buildings, not worth travelling all the way here to view

Nice walk to see Dutch inspired architecture. Quick afternoon trip to this area

There were too many people, but it's very comfortable to see around. Good enough to be recommended.

It's a steep road that you'll share with cars. Old homes are interesting but the views and cherry blossoms make it worth the hike up.

Nice walk and beautiful place to take a picture.

Visited in October. The Nagasaki Dejima Wharf area has a number of eateries located near the water. Nice views of the harbor and mountain in the backdrop. There seemed to be a lot of western-style restaurants located here.

Visited Dejima Wharf on a late summer afternoon. Of August 30, 2025. The harbor was a bit hazy, but still beautiful in its own calm way. It was a hot day, so not many people were strolling along the wharf — most were relaxing inside the nearby restaurants. There’s also a park close to the wharf where many locals were picnicking, walking their dogs, or meeting friends. It was such a lovely and peaceful scene to witness.

Nagasaki Dejima Wharf is a fantastic place to take photos, with its picturesque waterfront and scenic views. The area is well-known for its vibrant atmosphere and beautiful sunsets, making it a popular spot for both tourists and locals. In addition to its photographic appeal, Dejima Wharf offers a variety of dining options. While the food here can be a bit more expensive compared to other places, the quality and variety make it worth it. From fresh seafood to international cuisine, there’s something to satisfy every palate.

Nothing much Resturant mostly close in afternoon I think night will be a better option.

Great place to sit and watch the bay during sunset. Some food outlets, all ok but not great. Sitting outside next to the yachts and enjoying the lights go on around bay area was super relaxing.

Good place for an evening walk and meal.

A nice place for evening walk from dejima wharf to nagasaki park. Good place for watching the sunset and all kind of seafood dining. Restaurants here at the wharf are known for live seafood serving; you can literally see the fish, crab moving in your plate as they serve. So you can see how fresh the seafood are being served here. All major hotels, restaurants can be found nearby. People are very courteous and well behaved. Ample space available in seaside park for play, meditation.

If you are into history .. then you must go and see it. I was pleasantly surprised when I reached there because this is a QR code that uses Augmented Reality to show the visitor what might have happened after the Atomic bomb detonated and it briefly shows how one half of this Torri gate was blown away or fell.

We visited the One-Legged Torii Gate at Sanno Shrine during our time in Nagasaki, and it left a quiet but powerful impression on us. This torii isn’t just a historical monument—it’s a haunting reminder of the atomic bombing and a symbol of resilience. The gate originally had two legs like any typical torii, but when the atomic bomb was dropped in 1945, the blast destroyed one side. Incredibly, the other leg survived the force and still stands today, slightly twisted but firmly rooted in the ground. Standing in front of it, you can feel both the devastation it endured and the strength it represents. The site itself is very peaceful, located on a quiet slope surrounded by greenery and the nearby Sanno Shrine. It’s not a crowded tourist stop, so you can take your time here, reflect, and appreciate the history. There are a few signs in English explaining the background, which really helped us understand the significance of what we were seeing. What struck me most was how something so damaged could also feel so dignified. The torii hasn’t been reconstructed or “fixed” — it’s been preserved just as it was after the bombing, and that rawness gives it so much meaning. It stands as a silent witness to history, loss, and survival. If you’re in Nagasaki, I’d definitely recommend a stop here. It’s not flashy, but it’s deeply moving—and one of those places that stays with you long after you leave.

The Sanno Shrine One-Legged Torii Gate is a unique and striking landmark in Nagasaki. Partially destroyed in the atomic bombing, it stands as a powerful symbol of resilience and history. The surrounding area is peaceful and well maintained, making it an easy and reflective stop for visitors.

One legged torii gate in a residential area. At the top of many steps, so good luck climbing up. There is a plaque detailing the bombing and its effects on the area. The downed pillar is also available to look at. Further last the gate is the Sanno Shrine which has the two Camphor trees.

It's not really that appealing if you're not into seeing ruins of war. It'll look like a lame and ordinary relic for the normal person. But if you want to visit a place with rich and dark history, this place is for you even if it looks plain at first sight.

It's incredible how everything was destroyed although the bomb, this tori gate still keeps strong and standing.

this one leg torii is still standing after survive the atomic blast in 1945. the other leg and the other parts of the leg has broken and put nearby. currently the torii leg is not too eye catching since the area surrounding it is already full of houses but i have seen the photo that shows how it stand alone whilst all the other buildings were flat to the ground. so it's quite a miracle for the leg itself.

We found this museum knowing nothing about battleship Island. Around 1916-17 construction began on high-rise reinforced concrete apartments for the coal miners. Eventually growing to accommodation for 5,300. The coal mine and the accommodation was closed down in 1974 and left to decay. The decaying accommodation was featured in the James Bond movie Skyfall. The museum features 3D computer guided tours, models and lots of photographs

On one hand, it's interesting to see what the island used to look like and currently looks like. The tidbits about daily life there is also interesting. However, for the price of the museum and what was presented (mostly sit-down videos), it's hard to recommend. Would rather do this as part of a tour package than standalone.

Due to strong winds on the previous day was not able to take the boat to the actual Gunkanjima. By chance when visiting Glover Garden I saw this museum lol Ticket was 1800 yen. Totally worth it as it provides a very detailed explanation on the history of the island (multiple language available) and even has a VR version of the island. According to the staff there is 4 companies operating boats to Gunkanjima and this is one of them. I initially booked online with another company as that was the only one I could find. Visited: 3 Nov 2024

I went in expecting nothing much but it's a great addition to the cruise. In the cruise you can't do much but follow the guided tour and look at the destroyed buildings from afar. Bu the museum does so much more showing the pictures from before and how the life was in the island, definitely worth a visit if you are interested on how the life was o the island, only giving it 4 stars due to the price which is quite a bit expensive compared to other museums.

Japan is excellent at creating museums. The story of this small islands history was beautiful and unexpected. My wife and I love to visit museums on our travels and come across stories we otherwise would not have ever known. This museum didn't disappoint! A wonderful slice of history that I will cherish.

This digital museum brings to life the ruins of Gunkanjima by utilizing projection mapping, VR, videos and interactive displays. A collage of thousands of photos shown on a 30-meter wide screen gives visitors a glimpse of the residents' every day life before the island was abandoned. The virtual trip down the mine shaft to the undersea coal mining site in a cage and a trolley is an eye-opening experience. The museum shop is stocked with nifty souvenirs. I bought a 1/4000 scale Gunkanjima diorama model, a metal keychain and a small lump of Hashima coal. Stand-alone tickets are expensive (JP¥ 1,800). However, admission is free for those who have booked the Gunkanjima Concierge Landing Tour.

Joined a local tour to Gunkanjima and gather here to spend around an hour to visit the museum before hopping onto the cruise. The museum is great yet no English for most of the content. Would definitely have a better experience if you get to know about the history before stepping on Gunkanjima island.

Beautiful area and bridge with plenty of seating to sit and relax. Reflection off the water gives a mirroring effect and makes the bridge even more stunning. Water so clear with beautiful fish floating around making it even more tranquil.

A nice little scenic side quest when visiting Nagasaki. The bridge does look a bit like a pair of spectacles when you see the reflection. For the brave there are stone steps leading across the water so you can take a picture from the water level. When down at this spot you may notice one of the Heart Stones in the canal wall. All is all a decent photo stop

This stone bridge has a history spanning over 400 years. Although it was repaired in 1983 due to flood damage, it was reconstructed to keep its original arch shape. About 80% of the damaged stones were recovered and reused, showing the effort to preserve its original appearance as much as possible. It’s said there may even be a “heart stone” hidden in the embankment. The cloudy, hot, and humid weather actually made our stroll near the bridge feel pleasant. You can walk down the path along the river to enjoy the bridge from a different angle. It must be especially beautiful to visit during the bloom of shidarezakura, as the pathway is lined with these graceful cherry trees.

Megane Bridge is one of Nagasaki’s must-see landmarks, even among the many charming bridges that span the Nakashima River. Its twin arches create the famous “spectacle” reflection that gives it its name. The area is lovely for a leisurely walk, with small shops and cosy cafes nearby to explore. A free and photogenic activity, it’s a peaceful spot that beautifully captures the character of historic Nagasaki.

Megane Bridge is one of Nagasaki’s most iconic landmarks and a must-visit spot for anyone exploring the city. Built in the 17th century, it’s the oldest stone arch bridge in Japan and gets its name “Megane,” meaning “spectacles,” because its twin arches reflect on the river to form the shape of eyeglasses. The area around the bridge is peaceful and picturesque, especially on a sunny day or in the evening when the lights are reflected on the water. The stone paths, small temples, and charming shops nearby create a relaxing atmosphere perfect for a short stroll or taking photos. It’s also a great place to feel the blend of Japanese and Western influences that characterize Nagasaki’s history. Whether you’re interested in architecture, photography, or simply want a calm break from the city, Megane Bridge is definitely worth a visit.

Great bridge for viewing but does not look like what its name suggests. Called Megane-Bridge which is supposed to look like spectacles, but I don't see it. It is just a regular bridge. The waterway is nice though, and there are plenty of koi. Be sure to look for the heart shaped rock.

Very authentic bridge. During the shape of a glasses. The Neighbourhood is super quiet, but it is connected today market Street of shin chi Chinatown. Very cool place to visit lots of restaurants coffee shop, restaurant around

Serene park for solemn prayers and remembrance. Was nice to sit on a bench and have lunch from a nearby convenience store. There were quite a few schoolchildren on field trips. A must visit if you're going to see Peace Park and the Atomic Bomb museum.

It was the hypocentre for the atomic bomb. A memorial has been set up. With plenty of other statues that symbolised peace. Toilet and water dispenser available. I came on a weekday afternoon but the weather was gloomy and cloudy so it was fine. It can get really hot on summer. Umbrella is recommended.

Hypocenter Park marks the exact ground zero of the atomic bombing in Nagasaki. The park is thoughtfully designed, with a simple yet powerful memorial monument at the center, surrounded by peaceful greenery and seating. Clean, well maintained, and free to visit, it provides a reflective space to contemplate the city’s history and the resilience of its people.

I felt very sad when I saw this momument. How those victims experience such horrific tradegy. May all of them rest in peace. It's hard to imagine this is the hypocenter during detonation, the heat and pressure instantly vapourize evething within 1km radius. The ground I'm stepping on is where all these victims lies 80 years ago. Unimaginable.

Hypocenter Park is not just a park; it's a profound testament to the devastating power of nuclear weapons and the resilience of the human spirit. Standing at the very epicenter of the atomic bomb explosion, one can't help but feel the weight of history and the immense loss suffered on that fateful day. It's a place for reflection, remembrance, and a renewed commitment to peace. The monuments, particularly the Cenotaph with the names of the victims, are deeply moving. While the experience is undeniably somber, there's also a sense of hope. The park itself, with its greenery and signs of life, symbolizes Nagasaki's recovery and the enduring human spirit. It's a stark reminder of the consequences of war and a powerful call for peace.

Its a serene place with some good statues in memory of the atomic bomb explosion

Really important place that everyone should visit. There's multiple monuments and memorials as you explore the park, but the biggest is the tower in the center of the concentric rings. It's free to enter and visit. Be courteous and respectful.

Sofukuji was established in 1629 by Nagasaki's Chinese residents who were originally from Fujian Province. All the gates and halls were painted red, which gives it a distinctive appearance. The main temple grounds are located on a hillside and can be reached by entering a two-story tower gate at the bottom and walking up about 50 steps to a smaller inner gate. Since there was no one around to collect the admission fee, I dropped JPY 300 into the offering box in front of the main hall.

Quiet temple, not much activities. Some old architectural building and good place to do reflection. You only pay 500 yen, if you want to enter temple oremises

Architecturally significant Ming dynasty Buddhist temple was constructed in China and re-assembled in Nagasaki. Very atmospheric hillside location. Visitors not allowed inside, but interiors are open to be seen and photographed.

Went on a hot weekday afternoon. Temple was quiet. Admission fee is 300¥ self paid by honest system. Features many buddhas and Mazu. Some portions are under renovation

The best part of this temple is it lies in the heart of the nagasaki city. barely 5-7 minutes walk from any part of the city yet so peaceful and such a lovely monumental

the location is a bit further conoare to what google show. to reach the temple we need to climb wuite a few stairs. the temple itself is big and red. we got like a peaceful vibrate from the place.

This temple needs some maintenance, though it still looks nice with the old paints telling us that this place has an historical value. I went to this temple early morning before hopping on the bus to Nagasaki Bio Park, only myself was visiting this temple at that time.

The prettiest mall in Nagasaki, so clean, the restaurant in the next building 5th floor a definite try to explore!

Wow. This plaza is awesome. Probably the biggest and most favoured in Nagasaki. It consists of 5 floors, spanning over groceries, foods, apparels and so on. I love the ground floor in particular, which comprises a supermarket and food court. Amazingly awesome. Amazing in an awesome way. One more thing, the prices are gobsmackedly low. I was jawdropping when looking at the price tags. It is also pleasantly surprising that some brands such as Francfranc, GAP and Muji have shops here. The environment is totally customer friendly. Every now and then you'll see the loo or comfy sofa for one to take a rest. Awesome.

A nice shopping mall with lots of brand names, dining and entertainment options. A new annex was recently completed next to the main building.

Modern shopping center. Conveniently located next to railway station. Good variety at food section. Excellent eatery section.

A busy mall near Nagasaki station. It's pretty decent. It has all the good stuff.

Lovely shopping centre, from clothing to great Japanese food stuffs.

Big mall, luxury. Plenty of good food.

The Nagai Takashi Museum keeps and displays the collection of Dr. Nagai's possessios from the Atomic Bomb incident and afterwards in his life. His books, his paintings and all other important materials are on display. There's also a video section where you can watch videos on atomic bombing of Nagasaki and the struggle of survivors.

Very moving place. Modest as Takashi Nagai was but so representative of Nagasaki mentality after the atomic bomb. Forgiving and praying. It is close to the peace park and is definitely worth visiting.

Must visit, strongly recommend.

A place for memoral the Hero of Nagasaki.

Very moving

Be in Peace

Visited this just after the Atomic Bomb Museum. Found it profoundly moving, focusing on the life of one amazing man but telling the story of the Nagasaki bomb in the process. Enough English descriptions to make sense and a very good little intro film. Small museum but highly recommend. Only 100yen.

Nakamachi Catholic Church is a peaceful and beautifully preserved historical site. Its blend of Western and Japanese architectural styles reflects the region’s unique cultural exchange, and the serene atmosphere offers a quiet moment for reflection. A worthwhile stop for history and architecture enthusiasts alike.

It's a nice church. You need to remove your shoes if you want to go inside. We wanted to attend mass but there was only Japanese mass. I thought there would be 12:30pm mass because it said so on the japan travel website. Thankfully we were redirected by a kind person to the Church of St.Philip 7 which is just minutes away. Mass at St.Philip's is at 1pm at the day we went there (Dec 24)

It was a welcoming church.

Japanese Name: カトリック中町教会 Nakamachi church is dedicated to Saint Thomas Nishi and his 15 companions (among whom was Saint Lorenzo Ruiz of the Philippines). It is a five-minute walk from Nishizaka. In 2015, as part of a set of events held to mark the 150th anniversary of the discovery of the Hidden Christians of Japan, statues of these 16 martyrs were built in the Japanese garden to the side of the church. On August 9, 1945, fires caused by the atomic bombing reduced the majority of the church to ruins, leaving only the spire and the outer wall still standing. In October 1951 the church was rebuilt incorporating the original spire and outer wall, and since then it has retained this form.

I went with a priest from Italy, we were in Nagasaki and he really wanted to celebrate and pray. We talked to the priest at this church and he was so receptive, he accepted us with open arms. It's an experience we'll never forget, thank you very much. God bless you

Glad to have attended the daily Mass at 6.30am. Refer to the photos for Mass timing.

The church has Statue of smiling Christ and the monument of St Thomas Nishi n 15 Martyrs

Small museum at a very nice place! Most of the displayed text is in Japanese, but leaflets are available in several European languages, including German and Dutch.

Nice interesting museum about a fascinating man.

Good experience

(Translated by Google) There is a memorial museum where Siebold lived during his stay in Japan. Materials are displayed in a Western-style building. He lived in Japan in the early 1800s, married a Japanese woman, and had a daughter with him. I was forced to return to Japan due to the incident, but I didn't know that Perry came back to Japan after the country opened. Good doctors wrote their medical records in German, and I thought this might be because Siebold was a German and a doctor. Free parking is available next to Narutaki High School. It looks especially nice during the hydrangea season. (Original) 日本滞在中にシーボルトが住んでいた場所に記念館あります。洋風の建物内に資料展示されてます。1800年代前半に日本に滞在し日本人女性と結婚し一女をもうけている。事件あり強制帰国したがペリー開国後に再び日本に来たのは知りませんでした。良質な医師はドイツ語でカルテ書いていたがシーボルトがドイツ人であり医師であった名残なのかなとも思いました。無料駐車場が近隣の鳴滝高校隣にあります。紫陽花の時期が特に良さげです。

(Translated by Google) While looking at the materials, they introduce Siebold's achievements, etc. I didn't notice the parking lot and drove past it, but it got narrower and narrower, so it was impossible, so I parked safely in the annex and walked up the slope, but... I'm not sure if I recommend it because it's full of materials that you often see (-_-;) The house ruins are almost hard to find... However, if you come to Nagasaki for sightseeing, you'll probably regret not going, so it's a bit of a tricky situation. (Original) 資料を見ながらシーボルトの功績等を紹介してくれてます 駐車場に気づかずスルーして近くまで車を…って思ったらぐんぐん狭くなり無理なんで離れに無難に止めて坂道を歩いて登るが間違いありませんが…の割には良く見る資料ばかりでお薦めかどうか(-_-;) 宅跡ははぼ分り難いし… とは言え長崎観光にきたら行かないと後悔しそうだし微妙ですね

(Translated by Google) I learned a lot about the history of Nagasaki and Japan during Siebold's time. I visited here before going to Dejima, but after learning about it, I learned a lot about the history of Dejima. (Original) シーボルトとその時代の長崎・日本の歴史を学べた。出島観光前に行ったが、こちらで学んでからの出島観光は大変学びになった。

(Translated by Google) Photography was prohibited inside the museum. You can learn about the life of Siebold, who made great contributions to medical care in Japan. (Original) 館内は撮影禁止でした。 日本の医療に多大な功績があったシーボルトの半生を学ぶことができます。

We enjoyed a beautiful sunset here. The ride and the views were truly wonderful. Although the viewing deck was crowded, it was still easy to find a spot to sit and take in the sun and breeze. There are also cafés nearby where you can relax and enjoy the atmosphere.

We enjoyed the rope car ride up and down the mountain, which allowed us to capture the views alongside the mountain. The weather was cool and the cafe had lovely cakes.. but the most amazing view was to be had at the top of the observatory. Arriving just before sunset means you get a better collection of the riot of colours as the sun set

Of all the places we visited in Nagasaki during my day tour, the Observatory was definitely the highlight. It’s a stunning spot, and the long night walk from Tram Station 26 to the cable car entrance was totally worth it—though I’m sure there’s an easier route I didn’t know about then. The entrance and round-trip cable car ticket cost ¥1,250, and it was well worth it for the view. There was an ojisan who offered to take photos with the city’s night skyline for an extra fee. We took 2 photos as a souvenir. We visited Nagasaki in the last week of September 2025.

READ BEFORE GOING: Go two hours before sunset and bring drinks and food from 7/11 or Lawson. You can eat while waiting for sunset. Take the bus to the base of Nagasaki Inasa Slope Station it was Bus #5 pay with IC or cash 190 yen from Nagasaki Station. Unless you’re a fan of Ropeway or slope cars you can save yourself 1,000 yen and walk up stairs 650m or less than .25 miles. As long as you’re young or reasonable healthy it’s fine. The free shuttle someone else mention only runs at night so you miss sunset. Bring layers because it get cold up top when sunsets and night view is worth staying for too. Buses are frequent. They do have a drink vending machine, bathroom, and indoor seating. Going up to top floor was free maybe because off season less tourist. They have anoodle shop on peak season. I’d definitely recommend.

We went here by ropeway (where at the ground station, you can buy a coin for it and observatory) just before the sun set (around 15 minutes, sun was already just above the horizon), so some of the best spots were taken. Though most people were interested in the other side which is the Nagasaki city by night, which at first we didn't understand. The views from both sides are quite remarkable and different. On one side you have an ocean and wild nature, green hills etc. on the other there is a bustling city. Since it's a tower on a mountain top it can be quite chilly and windy, though since it's also quite popular you have a natural wind shield most of the time. Some people wrote that you should be here and hour earlier, so maybe we were lucky but we got the photos from the first line without problems. If you come by car there is a free parking next to the cable car station, though you can also drive up, however the parking next to the observatory on the mountain top was closed when we were there. If you come by ropeway or slope car there is an additional attraction of the blue bridge in the tree tops. The observatory is free, so only parking/ropeway cost 1250 round way ( and offers additional views of the city)

An excellent place to visit and view Nagasaki in both daylight and at night. The cable car is a fun way to ride up to the top, although there can be queues either up or down. Take note, taxis seem to sometimes not be able/willing to collect from the top.

360° View over Nagasaki city and its surroundings. Beautiful experience, especially at sunset. It was a bit windy and chilly on the top of the viewing platform, but you can also enjoy the view from the inside. There are toilets and a small café inside.

The Nagasaki Museum of Traditional Performing Arts, a nice little museum at the end of Glover Gardens. There's a video of the city's famous festival and some nice displays.

Some interesting exhibits pertaining to Nagasaki's Kunchi Festival.

Nice exhibition of floats and dragons used for the Ja Odori (dragondance). If you have time, be sure to view the film presentation.

(Translated by Google) It's like a museum at the end of Glover Garden. I went there on a hot summer day, and the air conditioning inside made it a great spot. I thought it was just a place to cool off, but the exhibits were impressive and well worth seeing. I ended up spending a lot of time looking around. (Original) グラバー園の最後にある資料館みたいなものでした 夏の暑い時に行きましたけど、館内はクーラーが効いて良いスポットです。 それだけの涼むスポットかと思いましたけど、展示されている物が迫力あって見応え十分です。 思わず時間を使って見学しました。

(Translated by Google) I stopped by after strolling around Glover Garden. The floats, portable shrines, and dragons used in Nagasaki's traditional festival, Nagasaki Kunchi, are on display. (Original) グラバー園を散策した後に寄りました 長崎の伝統的な祭り長崎くんちで曳かれる山車や神輿､龍などが展示されています

(Translated by Google) The Nagasaki Traditional Performing Arts Center is a true gem for anyone interested in Japanese culture and traditional performing arts. The center is dedicated to preserving and presenting Nagasaki's unique cultural expressions—especially the famous Nagasaki Kunchi Festival, which has been celebrated for centuries and is strongly influenced by Chinese and Western culture. The building itself is modern, yet retains traditional design elements, making it very inviting. Inside, visitors will find interactive exhibits, audiovisual presentations, and original props from the Kunchi dances and floats. Particularly impressive are the detailed miniature replicas and real festival stages, where the complex movements and choreographies of the festival are explained. A highlight is the opportunity to try out small parts of the traditional dances yourself or to participate in performances, when offered. The staff is friendly and keen to introduce foreign visitors to Nagasaki's cultural heritage—much information is available in English. The Nagasaki Traditional Performing Arts Center is not just a museum, but a vibrant center of cultural identity. It offers a deep, vivid insight into the history and diversity of the performing arts in this unique region and is a real insider tip for anyone who wants to discover Nagasaki off the beaten track. (Original) Das Nagasaki Traditional Performing Arts Center ist ein wahres Juwel für alle, die sich für japanische Kultur und traditionelle darstellende Künste interessieren. Das Zentrum widmet sich der Bewahrung und Präsentation der einzigartigen kulturellen Ausdrucksformen Nagasakis – insbesondere des berühmten Nagasaki Kunchi-Festes, das seit Jahrhunderten gefeiert wird und stark von chinesischen und westlichen Einflüssen geprägt ist. Das Gebäude selbst ist modern, aber mit traditionellen Designelementen gestaltet und sehr einladend. Im Inneren erwarten Besucher interaktive Ausstellungen, audiovisuelle Präsentationen und originale Requisiten der Kunchi-Tänze und Festwagen. Besonders beeindruckend sind die detaillierten Miniaturnachbildungen und echten Festbühnen, auf denen die komplexen Bewegungen und Choreografien des Festes erklärt werden. Ein Highlight ist die Möglichkeit, selbst kleine Teile der traditionellen Tänze auszuprobieren oder an Vorführungen teilzunehmen, sofern diese angeboten werden. Das Personal ist freundlich und bemüht, auch ausländischen Gästen das kulturelle Erbe Nagasakis näherzubringen – viele Informationen sind auf Englisch verfügbar. Das Nagasaki Traditional Performing Arts Center ist nicht nur ein Museum, sondern ein lebendiger Ort kultureller Identität. Es bietet einen tiefen, anschaulichen Einblick in die Geschichte und Vielfalt der darstellenden Künste dieser einzigartigen Region und ist ein echter Geheimtipp für alle, die Nagasaki abseits der bekannten Pfade entdecken möchten.

(Translated by Google) It's located at the end of Glover Garden. It displays dragons and umbrella poles actually used in Nagasaki Kunchi, the autumn festival of Suwa Shrine, and the gorgeous real things lit up in the darkened room are captivating. It made me want to go see Nagasaki Kunchi, even though I've never been before. (Original) グラバー園の最後にあります。 諏訪神社の秋季祭である長崎くんちで実際に使われる龍や傘鉾等が展示されていますが、暗めの室内で照明に照らされた華やかな実物に見惚れます。今まで行ったことのない〝長崎くんち〟を観に行ってみたいと思えるほどでした。

On arrival we were amazed at the view and the serenity! This museum gave us a unique insight into Endo Shusaku’s life as he grappled with how to “fit” Christianity into the “clothes” of Japanese culture. Endo’s love for the underdog was forged in the crucible of suffering.

Love the FOC room for meditation.Sit here, face the sea and enjoy the quietness and reflect and looking inwards.

A very impressive place to visit in order to understand the background of the book "Silence".

I like his novel about religious.

Cute place to visit..

(Translated by Google) The location where it is located is absolutely wonderful. It is a short walk from the parking lot of ``Roadside Station Yuhigaoka Sotome'', but the roadside station is always crowded, so if you are looking for the Endo Shusaku Literary Museum, use this parking lot. I went on a whim, but I'm glad I went. I thought I was the only one, but there were a number of visitors inside the museum. Admission fee is 360 yen for adults. It's reasonable. (Original) 建っている場所が文句なしに素晴らしいです。「道の駅 夕陽が丘そとめ」の駐車場からも歩いてすぐ行けますが、道の駅は常に混雑していますので遠藤周作文学館が目当てならこちらの駐車場を利用しましょう。思い付きで行きましたが行って良かったです。自分一人きりかと思えば、館内にはぼちぼち見学者がいらっしゃいました。観覧料は大人360円。リーズナブルです。

Interesting museum, beautiful area.

watched "silence" years ago. now I'm here. feel like I'm dreaming.

Although there was no fancy stained glass and the builing itself was old, it was a serene church, one of the guide in front of the church was very kind and welcoming. I want to go back again to explore the surrounding area again in the future. Including the Father Rotz memorial hall.

It is an old and beautiful catholic church in SHIZU area. It looks attractive from the archtectual view, so please look into the details. You can find some ingenuites against strong sea breeze. Luckly, the kind lady gave us an explanation of this church and the passed down memory of Fr.de Rotz. I was really moved and donated some money for my garatitude.

The world heritage site. After the removal of prohibition of Christianity, a french pastor came here. Along helping to build a church, he taught women to make pasta and other skills to help them to learn the skill and save them from poverty. There is a facotory preserved well for a visit.

I was box checking, very cool when you take in the whole history of the west of Japan in relation to religion and the persecution of Christianity, the site itself is what it is. Must be viewed in a holistic way.

It’s a nice church. It really amazed me about this church and the history how Christianity in Japan happened.

Indeed it was A UNESCO World Heritage Site.Beautiful and History itself makes the place unique.More Screen Story of this beautiful place on my YTC (Japan Islander Walk Tv).Kindly visit and leave me your suggestion and opinions.

We visited the Former Ringer House while exploring Glover Garden in Nagasaki, and it ended up being one of the most memorable parts of our visit. The house has this quiet elegance about it—it’s not overly grand, but you can feel the history in every corner. Built in the late 1800s, it was the residence of Frederick Ringer, a British merchant who played a major role in developing modern Nagasaki through trade, shipping, and even journalism. The architecture caught my eye immediately. It’s a unique blend of Western and Japanese styles, with large verandas, old wooden beams, and traditional Japanese roof tiles. Walking through the house, we found carefully preserved rooms with period furniture, old photographs, and little details that helped bring the space to life. You could almost imagine Ringer entertaining guests or planning his next business move while looking out over Nagasaki Bay. One of my favorite moments was just standing out on the veranda, taking in the view of the harbor. It’s peaceful, and you get a real sense of how international Nagasaki must have felt back then. It wasn’t crowded when we went, which made the experience even more enjoyable—we had time to slow down and appreciate the atmosphere. If you’re already visiting Glover Garden, don’t skip the Former Ringer House. It’s a beautifully preserved piece of history that gives you a rare glimpse into the life of a foreign merchant in 19th-century Japan. Quiet, elegant, and full of character.

Beautiful at night because of Illumination Fes.

Beautiful European house for the wealthy people who made their fortune in the 1600s. A glimpse of the lavish lifestyle.

(Translated by Google) I went on January 21, 2024. After walking around the area, I realized that I liked this place next to the old Glover residence. Best of all, the garden is huge. It's open to the sea and is very nice. Last time I was there, I saw people sitting on the balcony, but this time I went around 9am, so maybe there weren't many people there. (Original) 2024年1月21日に行きました。 一通り回って旧グラバー住宅の次にここが好きかなと思いました。なんといっても庭が広い。海に向かって開けていてとてもいいです。前回来たときはベランダに腰を掛けて座っていた人を見かけましたが、今回は朝の9時台に回ったので人が少ない分、そういう人がいなかったのかもしれません。

(Translated by Google) The weather was nice and the scenery of Nagasaki's port was wonderful. The origin of Ringer Hut? It seems like it is, but it reminds me of the life at that time and is a learning experience. (Original) 天気も良く長崎の港の風景が素晴らしい。リンガーハットの元ネタ？らしいけど、当時の生活が偲ばれて勉強になる。

(Translated by Google) This is a stylish one-story Western-style building located within Glover Garden. It seems like you can get a glimpse of the wealthy life of those days. He may have lived with the idea that he could spend the rest of his life relaxing in Nagasaki. (Original) グラバー園内にあるおしゃれな平屋の洋館です。当時の裕福な生活が垣間見れるようです。かの地、長崎にいてのんびりと余生を送れる、そんな思いを抱いて暮らしていたのかもしれません。

(Translated by Google) Ringer originally worked for Glover & Co., and later established Ringer & Co. It is said that he was involved in the tea trade. It seems that three generations have lived in this house. By the way, it is also the origin of the chain store Ringer Hut. (Original) 元々グラバー商会にいたリンガー、その後リンガー商会設立。 茶の貿易をしていたそうです。 3世代に渡り、この場宅に住まれたそうです。 ちなみに、チェーン店、リンガーハットの由来でもあります。

Amazing visit even with renovations. I visited from the north entrance and via the cemetery. I was the only person there and that made it very peaceful.

Quaint and beautiful temple in Nagasaki. If you like peace, this would be a nice place to visit

Placards provided in English describe the history of the temples

(Translated by Google) Visited on 25.2.7. It is one of the four Obaku sect temples in Nagasaki, and the temple name has good luck. It was under construction. You can see the Chinese style walls. The hill is a cemetery for the temple next door, and has a good view. It seems that you can also go to Fukusai-ji, one of the four temples, from the higher ground. The atomic bomb was dropped on Urakami, so it seems that there was considerable damage in this area as well. It is not known when the wall was built. (Original) 25.2.7訪問しました。長崎にある黄檗宗4寺の一つで寺名に福がつきます。工事中でした。唐風の壁は見れます。高台は隣の寺院の墓地になっており見晴らし良好。4寺の福済寺へも高台から行けそうです。浦上に原爆投下されたためこの付近も結構被害あったようです。壁はいつ作られたものかはわかりかねます。

(Translated by Google) Visited in July 2017. The main gate had been repaired, but the rest of the temple was covered in white sheets, greatly diminishing its charm. Due to the intense heat (and the fact that there were so many other places I wanted to see in the area), I left after just looking at the main gate. However, upon researching, I found there was plenty to see, and I deeply regret not visiting (although it's unclear whether any of this is currently open to the public as renovations are ongoing). This temple is also associated with Sakamoto Ryoma (it was the site of the Iroha Maru Incident negotiations and compensation negotiations). Unlike other Chinese temples, this temple was built by Japanese craftsmen with donations from the Nagasaki magistrate, wealthy merchants, and Chinese residents, and its main gate has a subdued feel rather than the brightly colored Chinese style. (Original) R7.7訪問。山門は修復が済んでいましたが、それ以外は白いシートに覆われており、風情が大きく損なわれていました。 酷い暑さもあり（他も見物したい場所が周辺に沢山あるので）、山門を観ただけで早々に辞去しました。 しかし、調べてみると観るべきものが豊富にあったようで、深く後悔しています（それらは改修中の現在、拝見できるものかどうかは不明です）。 坂本龍馬ゆかりの寺でもあります（いろは丸事件の談判／賠償交渉が行われた舞台です）。 他の唐寺とは違い、長崎奉行や豪商・在留唐人らの寄進で、日本人の職人によって手がけられたもので、中国風な極彩色ではなく、落ち着いた感じの山門でした。

(Translated by Google) When I visited, I couldn't see the main hall because it was under construction. The gates, stone steps, and other areas were damaged and looked like ruins. It said on the sign that you could get a stamp, so I wonder if there are people living here? There was an intercom with a monitor on the door that looked like a ruin, but even after pressing it four times, there was no response, so maybe I was in the wrong place? When I looked around, I saw the word "Shamu Office" written in faded letters, so I was sure it wasn't a mistake. If you think so, yes? I received a reply over the intercom, and when I asked if I could get a stamp, I was told that the person who wrote it was currently absent and there was no place to write it. If it doesn't exist, don't worry, I wish it would have been written on the information board. I felt disappointed even though I took the time to come from outside the prefecture. The other Nifuku-ji temples are also in disrepair, so unless they are repainted or something like that, they are historically valuable buildings, and even if they are listed on Nagasaki City's sightseeing list, they will look disappointing. (Original) 私が訪問した時には工事中なので本堂は見れませんでした。門や石段や至る所が傷んでいて廃墟に見えました。御朱印が頂けると看板に記載されていたので、これまた人が住んでいるのかな？と思わせる廃墟みたいな扉にモニター付きのインターホンがあり、4回押しても無反応で、場所を間違えたたのかな？と思っていて周りを見たら、消えかけた文字で社務所と書かれていて、間違いないな。と思いいたら、はい？とインターホン越しに返事をされて、御朱印を頂けるか聞いたら、書いてる人が今は不在で、書き置きもないとの事でした。 無いなら無いで、案内板に書いて欲しかったです。 県外から時間を掛けて来たのに残念な気持ちになりました。 他のニ福寺も傷んできているので、塗装をし直すとかしないと、歴史的に価値のある建築物ですし、長崎市の観光などに載せても残念な感じになります。

(Translated by Google) Nagasaki Sanpukuji (Tang 3 Temple) and Shofukuji here are called Nagasaki Shifukuji. All four temples belong to the Obaku sect. The Obaku sect is a sect brought to Japan by Ingen Zenji, who came to Japan at the invitation of the Shogunate during the Edo period. At that time, they also brought green beans and fucha dishes. Incidentally, the head temple is Obakusan Manpukuji Temple in Uji, Kyoto. Is the temple a result of the topography? It appears that it escaped being destroyed by the atomic bomb. When I visited, the Sanmon Gate and Daeongbojeon Hall were undergoing conservation and repair, so I could barely see them. At the Sanmon Gate, it seemed like some work was going on, and the Great Hall had already been dismantled and there was nothing left. Although this situation is unavoidable, I was moved when I saw the name of the company that was contracted to preserve and repair it. That's because it was that "Kongo-gumi". Kongo-gumi is the world's oldest existing company, and was founded by Prince Shotoku, who invited three engineers from Korea's Baekje to build Shitennoji Temple, and one of them, Kongo, became the founder. I have often seen repair work carried out at shrines and temples in Kyoto and Nara, but I have never seen Kongo-gumi undertake the work. I was moved just by seeing this this time. About Goshuin, Kuri? Temple office? I asked about it, but they said it wasn't written down. (Original) 長崎三福寺(唐３か寺)とここ聖福寺で長崎四福寺と呼ばれています。 ４か寺とも黄檗(おうばく)宗になります。黄檗宗とは、江戸時代に幕府の招きで来日した隠元禅師が、日本にもたらした宗派です。その際に、いんげん豆や普茶料理も一緒にもたらしました。因みに総本山は、京都宇治の黄檗山萬福寺です。 伽藍は、地形のおかげか？原爆投下による焼失を免れた様です。 訪問した際、山門と大雄宝殿は保存修理の途中で、ほとんど見られませんでした。 山門では、何やら作業中という感じで、大雄宝殿は既に解体され、何もありませんでした。 この様な状況は仕方ないことですが、その保存修理を請け負った業者の社名を見て感動しました。それは、あの「金剛組」だったからです。金剛組とは、現存する世界最古の企業で、聖徳太子が四天王寺建立するにあたり朝鮮百済の技術者を３人招聘し、その内の１人金剛が創業者となった組織です。 京都や奈良などの神社仏閣で、修繕工事をしているところを多々見ましたが、金剛組が請け負っているのを見たことがありませんでした。今回、これが見られただけでも感動しました。 御朱印について、庫裏？寺務所？にて聞いてみましたが、書いてないそうです。

Amazing Chanpon

Food isn't fantastic. Nothing special. Smoking area is at 3rd floor.

Free!

Free wifi

(Translated by Google) The birthplace of champon. The restaurant is crowded, and even right after opening, there is a line outside. I was bored while waiting, so I went to see the museum. I was only able to kill about 10 minutes. (Original) ちゃんぽん発祥の地。レストランは混んでいて、開店後すぐでも外まで行列です。待ち時間が暇すぎてミュージアム見学に行きました。暇つぶしできても10分くらいです。

(Translated by Google) I had champon and sara udon. I arrived at 11am and there were already about 5 groups lined up. The view was great. (Original) ちゃんぽん、皿うどん食べました 11時に着きましたが既に5組ほど並んでいました 景色がとても良かったですね

(Translated by Google) I waited outside for about 40 minutes, then was taken to the 5th floor by elevator, where it took 10 minutes. The food was served quickly. This was my first time at the restaurant, and it tasted just like Shikairo's frozen ramen! The thickness, color, and flavor of the noodles. For dessert, I ordered almond tofu. It was delicious! I recommend it! (Original) 外で40分くらい待ち、そこからエレベーターで5階に案内され、そこから10分。商品の提供は早かったです。 お店で初めていただきましたが四海楼の冷凍ラーメンと同じ味でした！麺の太さ、色、味。 デザートに杏仁豆腐を頼みました。 とても美味しかった！おすすめです！

Great to visit the Mutsibushi Heavy Industries Museum, it is a fantastic centre for understanding the heritage of the company. As an Engineer the most interesting exhibit at the museum was a piece of a steam turbine rotor. The exhibit shows a 9 ton piece which is only a quater of the total rotor. Due to a manufacturing defect the rotor catastrophically failed and was thrown 800 meters away. The importance of the lessons learned from the investigation into the failure and the resulting changes to the casting process is what Engineering is all about. Great place to visit. Thanks for your hospitality.

Cool place with lots of Nagasaki history.

Interesting museum

Mitsubishi Museum

good

Mitsubishi Shipyard Museum

(Translated by Google) The shipyard museum that I wanted to go to is undergoing renovations. It was closed. I wanted to study the history of Japan's modernization. I will come again when it reopens! I enjoyed the view from the cruise ship! (Original) 行きたかった造船所資料館が改装工事の為、 休館中でした。 日本の近代化を進めた歴史を勉強したかったです。 再開されたらまた来ます！ クルーズ船からの景色をちょっと楽しみました！

This museum is an eye-opener into what the Japanese government and diet doesn't want to show to the local public and tourists. A uniquely insightful exhibition of the taboos that Japan would rather not touch into.

Definitely recommend to go before the atomic bomb museum!! It gives you the bigger picture of what happened before the atomic bomb, and about Japan’s side of the war before the atomic bomb. It’s a very simple museum, felt a bit handmade but in a charming way The man working there explained a lot and was very helpful and nice! There are English explanations but you should also come with your phone to translate the bits that aren’t in English (they have wifi there) It’s 250¥ entrance fee, worth it, and helps commemorate the Korean and Chinese victims.

They have an incredible and sorrowful exhibition. They also show the work which is being done internationally to recognise the crimes which were undertaken during japan's imperial campaigns. They focus of civilian victims, prisoners of war are outside the scope of the crimes documented here.

Self-reflecting small museum! It contributes very much to Japan past regard. Maybe it is the best museum I have been in this country after 6 weeks travel. Of course it is Anti Japanese...But specially because of it by self critising and learning from history it makes Japan bigger and more respected in the international community. Highly recommended! Staff is friendly and appreciates visits.

Very insightful for a topic bot normally much addressed in Japan

As a traveller, I am always eager to learn more about the history of a country I’m visiting, both the good and bad sides of it. Many countries have scores of museums to showcase their triumphs but few, if any, institutions to display their shame. In India, I couldn’t find a museum that place any emphasis on the British colonial period, despite it being an important part of their past. In history museums across Vietnam, Myanmar, Laos and Cambodia, I’m treated to a series of propaganda that at times slip from the realms of ridicule into the chasm of comedy. All of which is why I am grateful to discover the existence of this little museum in Japan. From reading some of the other reviews, I am also pleasantly surprised to learn that there are actually organised school trips to this place, even if those particular reviews didn’t take kindly to the museum. After paying the cheap entry fee, the polite staff left me to peruse the two levels of the museum at my own pace. Interestingly, the stark contrast in the state and facilities of this museum as compared to the lauded atomic museum speak volumes on its popularity with the country’s administration. Nevertheless, this place still strives to educate with its few prop displays and tons and tons of information, half of which is fluently translated to English. The tone of the information might be a tad biased and accusing, but it’s easy to tune that out and focus on the content itself. All in all, I had an enriching experience here and would highly recommend this museum to anyone interested to learn minute details in the inconvenient truths of war.

The place describes the history from China/Korea/Southeast Asia's perspective, which maybe unpopular in Japan. One thing I regretted was that while they had sufficient documentation of the wartime, the presentation of it was too disorganized. The museum made its best effort to offer translations in other languages, but the materials are scattered around for viewing, which can be a little uninviting and overwhelming. Having said that, the place was started by a Zainichi Korean as a personal project and it could not expect enough funding from local governments. It would be unfair to directly compare it with some of the well-funded museums in Nagasaki. The existence of the place in itself manifests that there still is a small minority of people trying to remember the history as seen by the victims.

This is an amazing dinosaur museum!!! It's a small exhibit but it definitely impresses. Great for kids and adults. There's a park outside with a playground that has some skeleton laying around. There's a beach behind the museum with amazing beach views and lovely breezes. There's a large hill to climb and a bakery next door. This is a really fun place!

A very educational place to learn how the different fossils are found in Nagasaki. The replicas of the different types of dinosaurs are very realistic. Entrance fee was okay, ¥500 for adults. To me, I think the size of the place is okay. There is a big playground and eating place nearby the museum. My family & I drove there. Thus, I recommend driving there.

This museum was amazing, a little small but yet having a nice mainstream dinosaurs for show. The best part for me was the pokemon collab, a bunch of fossil pokemons in a fossil form, thats so coollll

Here a lot of information about dinosaurs! Huge and unbelievable science investigations. Entrance ticket for university students are free. So you can enjoy the museum expositions and view when windows open periodically.

I absolutely loved it! It's just small but! It has a moving T-Rex that you can get very close to and look directly in the eyes. It's actually a bit scary. Also everything had as much English as Japanese, so you can learn a lot. There's even some audio guides. And the view from this museum is amazing. There is a combination ticket for the museum about the coal mining island and I wouldn't miss it. That was interesting too.

Really enjoyed this museum. No idea that there is a connection between dinosaurs and Nagasaki. Very impressed with the museum. Very new and first museum I saw that really illustrates the connection of dinosaurs and birds. Fee is ¥500 which also gets you into the hashima (abandoned island) museum too. Bus is ¥700/50min from nagasaki stn. Buses are seldom (1/hr) so check the times! Highly recommend on a rainy day or history enthusiasts.

Love these pearls of interesting offerings scattered all around the Nagasaki area. The dinosaur exhibition itself is spot on. Great for families.

A Stroll Through History: Glover House and Gardens Nestled on the scenic hillside of Nagasaki, the Glover House and Gardens offered us a captivating window into Japan’s Meiji-era transformation. The home of Scottish merchant Thomas Blake Glover—key figure in Japan’s modernization—blends Western and Japanese architectural styles with panoramic views of Nagasaki Harbor. Wandering through the lush, terraced gardens and well-preserved interiors, we could feel the echoes of 19th-century diplomacy, industry, and cultural exchange. A serene and historically rich stop well worth the visit.

The highest concentration of flowers are here. This is where you should really be taking your pictures. The maintainers recognize that as well, that's why they'll take your picture here. One small one, you can keep as a souvenir. For bigger ones, you can pay.

Beautiful house with a large garden. Symbol of wealth of westerns who made it big in the past.

A scenic garden with a classical house

A place to feel history

Glover House and the surrounding gardens and western buildings are the most beautiful part of Nagasaki. Excellent views onto the bay.

Excellent view of surrounding area. Some buildings were transported on site from original location but arranged as a pleasant stroll around a villa. English guide map available but otherwise all exhibits are in Japanese.

this is a small shrine and when we came it was holding an event to welcome summer. in front of the shrine there are two big old trees that has their own history related to to the past atomic tragedy

We visited Sanno Shrine during our time in Nagasaki, and it was one of the most quietly powerful places we experienced. The shrine itself is small and peaceful, nestled on a hillside just a short walk from the more well-known Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Museum. But what makes this shrine truly memorable is its deep connection to the events of August 9, 1945. Sanno Shrine was just 800 meters from the hypocenter of the atomic bomb. Miraculously, parts of it survived—including the now-famous one-legged torii gate, which stands proudly at the entrance. The other side of the gate was blown away by the blast, yet one pillar remained upright. It’s become a powerful symbol of resilience, and seeing it in person was unexpectedly emotional. Walking around the grounds, there’s a quiet reverence to the place. You can still see other remnants of the bombing, like the shattered camphor trees—which were charred but miraculously regrew. Their trunks are still visibly scarred, yet full of life. There are also memorial markers and bilingual signs that explain the shrine’s story and its survival. Despite the tragedy associated with the site, the atmosphere is peaceful. It’s not overly crowded or commercialized, which gave us time and space to reflect. The contrast between the destruction that once occurred here and the serene, living shrine that stands today makes the visit incredibly meaningful. If you’re in Nagasaki, Sanno Shrine is absolutely worth a visit—not just as a historical site, but as a quiet place of remembrance and resilience.

Spectacular that half of the Torii gate survived the atomic bombing of Nagasaki. It is a must stop if you are interested in the history of the city and want to visit locations that survived the blast. It's free to walk here and the side streets are filled with scenic locations that are part of Nagasaki's unique neighborhood's.

A modest little shrine tucked away in a residential area next ti a daycare/preschool. The story of the two surviving Camphor trees was quite amazing, though there is nothing much else to do in the area, so it may not be worth taking a detour for it, as it is about 20 minutes walk from Urakami Cathedral or Peace Park. Come here if you're seeing the one legged torii gate, otherwise consider if it is worth it or not.

you should go here! to observe how japan solve the problem of broken things not by throw them away but make them a sightseeing. apart from that, the shrine have a very nice cat wandering around and waiting for people to pet his stomach

Worth a visit after seeing the Peace Park and atomic bomb museum. This is a typical Japanese shrine but includes echoes of the bombing, including trees that regrew in the following years. Take the time to walk up to the shrine itself after seeing the one legged torii gate

The one legged “Tori” is what it makes this shrine unique. Destroyed by the atomic bombing of Nagasaki but still standing strong.

What a place! Dystopian wonderland. Make sure to go around to the back part of the island with the old apartment blocks. There's also a ton of cats!

(Translated by Google) Landing date: November 24, 2024 It was a wonderful experience. This was my first time landing on the island, but when I talked with someone who had landed on the island before, I was told that the expression "officially you can stay in the ruins" made a lot of sense to me. If you walk south from the Central Hall, which is your inn, in a few minutes you will see the ruins of a coal mining house, and if you walk west you will see the ruins of an elementary school and a group of iconic 8-story reinforced concrete apartment buildings that you will want to take pictures of whether it is day or night. There is nothing more wonderful than being able to just go and take photos whenever you want. I was lucky enough to be able to get all the slots for the tour (morning + lunch box + afternoon + options) in one day, so I planned the first day as a tour day and the second day as a free stroll day... but I tried to see as many different faces as possible. I decided to spend the first day at Jisco Nishikai in front of Seto Port and take the first flight in the morning at 7:05 a.m., so I was able to see a rainbow over the Saikai and Ikeshima Port bathed in the morning sun. I am grateful to the people at Ikejima Central Hall who helped me drop off my luggage early in the morning, and the people at the port who spoke to me in a friendly manner.I was able to easily travel around the island in the three hours before the tour, and I think it was a good preview. Since the rental bicycles were not open on the Saturday and Sunday when I landed, I had to walk all the way except for the tour, but I don't think it will be a big problem if I can find accommodation. However, the distance to and from the public bath near the port is long enough to get cold, so I thought it would be better to have legs. There are many places that you can't visit in just one night, so I have added them to my list of places I want to visit before I die. At this point the jib crane had been dismantled. It's a shame because it was such a dynamic structure, but I think it's precisely because it's on the verge of disappearing that it has such value as what it looked like in that particular month of the year. When you know about it and want to see it, it's time to go. (Original) 上陸日：2024年11月24日 素晴らしい体験でした。私は初上陸だったのですが、島で上陸経験がある方と遺構談義をした際に出た「オフィシャルに遺構に泊まれる」という表現がとてもしっくりきます。 宿である中央会館から出て南に歩けば数分で炭鉱住宅跡が、西に歩けば小学校跡と8階建ての象徴的なRC造アパート群が、昼だろうが夜中だろうが撮りたいなと思った時間にふらっと撮りに行ける、こんなに素晴らしいことはありません。 ツアーは運良く午前+お弁当+午後+オプションの全枠を1日で取れたため、初日をツアー日としつつ、二日目を自由散策日として予定しました…のですがなるべく色々な表情を見るべく初日を瀬戸港前のジスコ西海に泊まり、朝一番の07:05便で上陸することにしたことで、朝日に染まる西海に降りた虹と池島港を拝むことが出来ました。早朝の荷物預けにご対応頂いた池島中央会館の方々、気さくに話しかけて頂いた港の方々に感謝しつつ、ツアーまでの3時間で島を軽く一周でき、良い下見になったと思います。 レンタサイクルが私の上陸した土日には営業していなかったため、ツアー以外の全行程歩きでしたが、宿が確保できていれば大きな問題にはならないと思います。ただ、港近くの銭湯への行き来は湯冷めしそうな距離がありますので、足があったほうが良いなとは思いました。 一泊しただけでは回りきれないところが多々あり、死ぬまでにもう一度行きたい場所にリストアップしております。 この時点でジブクレーンは解体されていました。ダイナミックな構造物だっただけに残念ですが、消失しかけているからこその、その年その月の姿という価値があるのだと思います。知った時、見てみたいと思った時が行き時です。

(Translated by Google) I went on a solo tour during Golden Week. It was so windy that day that I couldn't get on the boat with my bike, so I landed alone ( ˙꒳​˙ ) I was able to sign up for a coal mine tour the day before, so I jumped in lol The lady at the ferry terminal told me The afternoon tour is actually a little better〰️ (´・ω・｀)( 'ω')Eh... I guess I'll go in the afternoon next time According to someone who actually worked in the coal mine, it closed after the Heisei era began. It seems pretty new...I got the impression. She waved to me as I left the island🤲´-Thank you, lady(≧∇≦*)🙏 (Original) GWにソロツーリングで行ってきました。 この日は風が強くバイクでは船に乗れずに人だけ上陸( ˙꒳​˙ ) 前日に炭鉱ツアーに申し込めたので飛び込みましたw フェリー乗り場のおねぇちゃんに 午後の方が実はプラスアルファがあっていいんだよォ〰️ と教えてもらいました(´・ω・｀)( 'ω')ｴｯ… 次は午後だなぁと 実際に炭鉱で働かれてた方の話では閉山が平成に入ってからの事だったとの事。 割と新しい...印象を受けました。 島を離れる時に手を振ってくれた🤲´-おねえちゃん、ありがとうございました(≧∇≦*)🙏

(Translated by Google) Ikejima is called the "Second Gunkanjima". It is about 4km from the mainland and about 30 minutes by boat from the nearest port. I have visited Gunkanjima several times, but this was my first visit to Ikeshima. It is an island with a coal mine that was actually in operation until just 22 years ago. There seem to be many people who are comparing it to Gunkanjima and wondering which one to go to, but I think you should go to both. Most of the island is made up of coal mine ruins and uninhabited buildings. Buildings are falling into ruin every day, and shops, public baths, and public facilities seem to be disappearing. Even if you are not a ruin enthusiast, you can feel the flow of history up close. It is said that cats, goats, and wild boars also live there. The number of cats seen here and there on the island is probably greater than the number of residents. After the closure of the coal mine, Ikeshima's population has been steadily decreasing, and currently there are less than 100 people. As you wander around the island, everyone on the island will greet you kindly. I asked the people on the island, ``Isn't it difficult to live here?'' He once said, ``If you live in the capital, it's the capital!'' Ikejima offered a different experience than Gunkanjima.　It's a wonderful place. I really felt that now is the time for Ikejima to become what it is today. (Original) 「第二の軍艦島」と呼ばれる池島です。 本土から４km程の距離、船で最寄りの港から３０分程度です。 軍艦島へは何回か訪れましたが、今回、初めて池島へ訪問しました。 ほんの22年前まで実際に稼働していた炭坑の島です。 軍艦島と比較される方、どちらに行こうか迷ってらっしゃる方も多そうですが、両方とも行くべきだと思いました。 島のほとんどが炭坑跡と住人を失った建物です。 建物も日々廃墟化し、商店や共同浴場、公共施設はどんどんなくなって言っているようです。 廃墟マニアでなくても極間近な歴史の流れを感じる事が出来ます。 ネコとヤギ、イノシシも生息しているとの事です。 島のあちらこちらで見られるネコの数は住民の方の数より多いんでしょうね。 池島は炭坑閉鎖後、どんどん人口が減っており、現在は100人を切っているそうです。 島内をぶらぶら探索していると島の皆さん、優しく挨拶と声がけもしてくれます。 島の方に「住みにくくないですか？」とお聞きしたところ。「住めば都！」と仰っておりました。 軍艦島とは違う体験が出来る池島でした。　素晴らしいところです。 現在の池島の姿は今しかないと本当に感じました。

(Translated by Google) We were shown around by someone who used to live on the island. I wondered how it must have felt to see the current scenery while knowing what it was like in the past. Seeing the buildings covered in green ivy, I was moved by the time that has passed. Entering the coal mine by trolley was also educational. (Original) 以前島に住んでいた方に案内していただきました。 昔を知っていての今の風景を見て、どんな気持ちなのかなと考えたりしました。 つた状の緑に覆われた建物をみると、経った時間を思い感慨深かったです。 トロッコで入った炭鉱内も勉強になりました。

(Translated by Google) I went on a tour of Gunkanjima and took a detour while there, and what a surprise! I’m so impressed with the people from Ikeshima 😆 I wasn't able to tour Gunkanjima freely as it was strictly off-limits, but I heard that there are guided tours by car, but there are still some residents living there, so you can take a look around at your leisure. I did my best to walk up the slope and tour the island! There are many places that are irresistible for ruin lovers. . Also, there are more cats than people (lol). The coal mine tour was great, but walking around the island was also great❣️ It’s an island I definitely want to come back to again 😆 (Original) 軍艦島ツアーにきて、そのついでに寄り道しましたがなんと！池島の方に感激😆 軍艦島には立ち入り禁止ばっかりで自由に見学できませんでしたが、しかし池島は一応車でガイド付きツアーもあるそうですが、まだ住民の方も住んでおられるので自由にそっと見学できます。 私は頑張って坂道を歩いて島内見学させていただきました！ もう廃墟好きにはたまらない場所ばかり。。 それに人よりも猫ちゃんも多くて（笑） 炭鉱ツアーも最高でしたが島内散策も最高❣️ また絶対にきたい島です😆

(Translated by Google) If you join a coal mine tour, you can get a detailed look at the structure of the mine and the work that goes on inside. The optional tour includes an explanation of the above-ground structures and allows you to go onto the roof of an apartment building, which is normally off-limits, and in front of the Second Standpipe Tower. (Original) 炭鉱ツアーに参加すると炭鉱の構造や作業内容などを詳しく見学できます。 オプションツアーは地上建造物の解説と通常は立ち入り禁止のアパート屋上と第二立杭櫓の前に行けます。

This place can be reached easily using the tram. The surrounding area is marked with paths colored red. many stalls and restaurants selling various Chinese food.

My wife and I decided to explore Nagasaki Hamanmachi Shopping Street from a cruise ship trip. Instead of taking the ship excursion, we went on our own. It was an easy walk from the ship terminal to Nagasaki Hamanmachi Shopping Street. . We bought 2 shu cream from a vendor and looked at all the other stores and restaurants. The shucream cost ¥432 each. This seemed expensive as we paid just ¥130 or so the other day at Daily Yamazaki. The stores were ok. It was a fun and easy walking trip and I would recommend it to anyone wanting to explore Nagasaki Hamanmachi Shopping Street on their own.

Hamamachi Arcade is a long, covered shopping street with a great mix of stores and restaurants, perfect for a relaxed stroll rain or shine. The atmosphere is lively yet comfortable, with fair prices and plenty of local flavor. A great spot to browse, eat, and soak up everyday Nagasaki life.

(Translated by Google) Guan Yu and Zhang Fei Zhuge Liang Cao Cao It seems that I didn't take a photo of Liu Bei in the back because he doesn't have a flower. (Original) 関羽と張飛 諸葛亮 曹操 だと思われます 後ろの劉備は華がないので撮影しませんでした。

(Translated by Google) At the Lantern Festival, it's fun just walking around where lanterns are concentrated. (Original) ランタンフェスティバルではランタンが集中する場所、あるくだけで楽しいです。

(Translated by Google) There are distances between stores, and the genres tend to be biased. It's also inconvenient that you can't use the restroom or take a break unless you go to a cafe. Editing the view was rough, sometimes I couldn't select the direction to move, and sometimes the image remained the same. Isn't your work too busy? (Original) 店と店との距離があるのと、ジャンルも偏りがち。喫茶等に入らないとトイレや休憩出来ないのも、不便。 ビューの編集荒くて、進む方向が選択なかったり、画像そのままだったり。 仕事雑すぎじゃないの

(Translated by Google) There was a festival going on. (Original) 祭りやってました。

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(Translated by Google) Bunmeido Sohonten and Bunmeido used to be the same, but now they have different products and methods of making. Since there are no main stores in the Kanto region where I live, it is very valuable to buy in the authentic Nagasaki! (Excluding official online mail order) You can easily shop at the Kamome Market store near the station, the Nagasaki Ekimae store right in front of the station, and the main store on Dejima near the station. I chose the specially selected Wasanbon castella! The fine-grained fabric has plenty of grain! It's a blissful moment when you put it in your mouth. The first time I came to Nagasaki was when I was in high school. At that time, I also bought castella from Bunmeido Sohonten for my family! Memories that made me feel like this was real. Decades later, I bought one for my parents again. This is a shop that I hope will continue to make delicious castella in the future! (Original) 文明堂総本店と文明堂は元は同じでしたが今は商品も作り方も別々。自分の住む関東には総本店の店舗は無い為、本場長崎で買う事はとても貴重です！(公式ネット通販除く) 駅のかもめ市場店と、すぐ目の前に長崎駅前店、出島に本店と駅近辺ならすんなり買うことができます。 特選の和三盆カステラにしました！ キメ細かい生地に、ザラメがたっぷり！口に入れたら至福の時。 初めて長崎来たのは高校生の時。その時も家族に文明堂総本店のカステラを買った！これが本物なんだと感じた思い出。 あれから数十年、今回も親の分を買いました。 これからも、変わらず美味しいカステラを作り続けて欲しいと思うお店だ！

(Translated by Google) I purchased a set of strawberry castella rolls. It's for myself, not a souvenir. The customer service was very polite. (Original) イチゴのカステラ巻のセットを購入しました。お土産ではなく自分用です。 接客はすごく丁寧な感じでした。

(Translated by Google) It seems that the stores that carry Denryu Castella have been decided. (Original) デンリュウカステラは取り扱い店舗が決まってるみたいです。

(Translated by Google) "20230522" 🚂Transportation: JR Nagasaki Station ⌚️Arrival: 15:40 (Monday) ⌛️Queue: None 💰Fee: No. 0.6 No. 10 cut-in = 1080 yen (tax included) 🌟Features: I don’t know why Nagasaki’s honey cake is so famous. It tastes softer and sweeter than the Nagasaki Honpo in Taichung, Taiwan~ What’s special is that you can eat small cubes of sugar at the bottom~ ▪️Nagasaki honey cake: delicious😋😋😋😋😋 ▪️Matcha honey cake: good😋😋😋😋 (Original) 《20230522》 🚂交通：JR長崎站 ⌚️抵達：15:40（一） ⌛️排隊：無 💰費用：0.6號10切入=1080円（含稅） 🌟特色：長崎不知道為何蜂蜜蛋糕很有名，吃起來比臺灣台中的長崎本舖要濕軟，而且更甜～特別的是底部吃得到顆粒小方糖～ ▪️長崎蜂蜜蛋糕：好吃😋😋😋😋😋 ▪️抹茶蜂蜜蛋糕：不錯😋😋😋😋

(Translated by Google) When I thought of castella, I thought of Bunmeido, so I bought it here. There were many castella shops on the same floor, so I bought the plain ones elsewhere. At Bunmeido, I chose the chocolate castella. It was a gift for my family, so I was able to eat it myself, and it was so fluffy and delicious! Now that I think about it, the only ones sold near my house are plain, so this may be the first time I've had chocolate castella. Is it less rough? It was. Thank you for the meal! (Original) カステラといえば文明堂、というイメージでしたので、こちらで購入させていただきました。同じフロアにカステラのお店が沢山あったので、他のところでプレーンを購入。文明堂さんではチョコカステラを選んでみました。家族へのお土産だったので自分も食べることができたのですが、とてもふわふわしていて美味しかったです！思えば家の近所に売っているのはプレーンばかりなので、チョコカステラを食べたのは初めてかもしれません。ざらめは控えめ？でした。ごちそうさまでした！

(Translated by Google) When you think of Nagasaki, you think of it as a place all over the country. Actually, when I came to Nagasaki, I learned that there are other delicious castella shops. Of course, the food here was also delicious. (Original) 長崎といえばココ…というくらい全国区。じつは他にもおいしいカステラ屋があることは長崎に来て知りました。ここも勿論美味しかったです。

This wooden building was built in the mid-Meiji era (1890) and originally located near Oura Catholic Church. It features a blend of Western and Japanese design which is reflected in details such as a veranda surrounding the house, bay windows, fireplaces and chimneys as well as Japanese roof tiles and eaves.

It's actually really well kept. Since you can't get too close to anything it's more looking from afar. While they'll explain the history and all in Japanese, there's no signs w/English or any Japanese for you to translate, which leaves just a quick rummage if you're not going on the Japanese tour.

(Translated by Google) The most compact house in Glover Garden. The white wooden Western-style building with a tiled roof gives you a sense of the atmosphere of the time. There are plenty of exhibits, and the inside is covered with luxurious woven carpets, and the large windows let in the soft sunlight. Since Glover's house was too spacious, we feel that Walker's house would be a more comfortable place for us to live. The view of Nagasaki Port from the elaborate white terrace also had a nice atmosphere. (Original) グラバー園で、一番こじんまりとした住宅。 白い木造洋館に瓦屋根がなんとも当時の情緒を感じさせます。 展示物も充実していて、中は豪華な織物の絨毯が敷き詰められ、大きな窓からは柔らかな日差しが奇麗です。 グラバー住宅が広すぎたため、私達ならこちらのウォーカー住宅の方が落ち着いて住めそうです。 凝った白いテラスから望む長崎港も良い雰囲気でした。

(Translated by Google) I went there for the first time in a year on January 21, 2024. It was still raining from the previous day and it was gloomy when I woke up in the morning, so I waited at the hotel until 9 o'clock and watched the movement of clouds on the radar and decided that it would be sunny soon so I headed out. This house still has a sense of life in it, giving you a good idea of ​​what life was like back then. The original sewing machine was also preserved. I want it to remain in good condition forever. I'll be back in a year. (Original) 2024年1月21日に一年ぶりに行きました。 前日の雨が残っていて朝起きたらどんよりとしていたので、9時までホテルで待機しレーダーで雲の動きを見てそろそろ晴れると判断して出かけました。 この住宅は生活感が残っていて当時の暮らしが良くわかります。ミシンも当時の物が保存されていました。 いつまでもきれいな状態で残ってほしいですね。一年後にまた来ます。

(Translated by Google) The former Walker residence is a Western-style building located southeast of the former Glover residence. This is the house where British Robert Nell Walker lived with his son for about 70 years starting in the 1880s. Walker established R.N. Walker & Co. in 1898 (Meiji 31) after serving as captain of the Nippon Yusen Takachiho Maru. We created Japan's first authentic soft drink. The building has four rooms and was originally built near Oura Cathedral. (Original) 旧ウォーカー住宅は、旧グラバー住宅の南東にある洋館です。 イギリス人のロバート・ネール・ウォーカーが、息子とともに明治10年代から約70年間住んでいた家です。ウォーカーは、日本郵船高千穂丸の船長を務めた後、1898年（明治31年）に、Ｒ・Ｎ・ウォーカー商会を設立。日本で最初の本格的清涼飲料水を作りました。 建物は4つの部屋があり、もとは大浦天主堂のそばに建てられていました。

(Translated by Google) A modern building with a wooden tiled roof located in the middle of Glover Garden. The light coming in through the large windows brightly illuminates the furniture and furnishings from that time, and they are very beautiful and show the elegant lifestyle. (Original) グラバー園の真ん中辺りにある木造瓦屋根のモダンな建物。 大きな窓から差し込む光が当時の家具や調度品を明るく照らし、それらはとても美しく品のある優雅な生活ぶりが伺えます。

(Translated by Google) This is a British merchant's residence built between 1883 and 1902 (Meiji 16-35). The house was actually lived in until 1958 (Showa 33), and after the owner's death, the bereaved family donated it to Nagasaki City and it was relocated here. You can see the life of Western merchants at the time. (Original) 1883～1902年（明治16～35年）に建てられたイギリス人商人の邸宅です。1958年（昭和33年）まで実際にお住まいになっていて、家主の死去後、ご遺族が長崎市に寄付し、この地に移築されました。 当時の西洋人商人の生活の様子が伺えます。

The Western-style bungalow was erected around 1868 and is a Nationally Designated Important Cultural Property. A front porch with gable roof and a wide veranda supported by Tuscan-style columns made from Amakusa sandstone give the house a distinctive appearance. Unfortunately, the entire building is covered up and closed for viewing due to ongoing preservation work, which would not be completed until late 2025.

(Translated by Google) It is a Western-style building in Glover Garden where the roles of rooms such as bedroom, living room, and bathroom are most clearly defined. However, I felt that the humidity was a little high, but it is located in a densely green area with a well-kept garden. (Original) グラバー園の中でも寝室、リビング、浴室など部屋としての役割が一番明確にしてある洋館です。但し、湿度が若干高めのように感じましたが、緑の濃い場所にあり、手入れされた庭があります。

(Translated by Google) The old Ort residence was built in 1865 and was occupied by William John Ort for three years. A porch with a gabled roof sits in the center of a veranda lined with stone columns, and the building is one of the most outstanding among Western-style buildings from the late Edo period and Meiji period, boasting an imposing and imposing eave height. Orto came to Japan in 1859 and established Orto Shokai, where he was active as a trader in the tea industry, the first officer of the settlement community association, and the first chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry. (Original) 旧オルト住宅は慶応元(1865)年に建てられ、ウィリアム・ジョン・オルトが3年間住んでいた。石造円柱が列ぶベランダの中央に妻切屋根のポーチがあり、軒高の堂々たる偉容を誇る幕末明治洋風建築の中でも出色の建築。オルトは安政6(1859)年に来日、オルト商会を設立し、貿易商として製茶業、居留地自治会の初代役員、商工会議所で初代議長など実業家として活躍。

(Translated by Google) The Old Orto House is a Western-style building located at the southern end of Glover Garden. It is a wooden, one-story building with a hipped roof and tiled roof, with a building area of ​​494.4 square meters. The attached building is a one-story brick building with a tiled roof and a building area of ​​92.4 square meters. The warehouse is a one-story brick building with a tiled roof and a building area of ​​12.5 square meters. The resident, William John Ort, was a British merchant who came to Nagasaki during the Ansei era (around 1859) and owned tea factories in Minami-Yamate and Oura from the Bunkyu era to the Keio era (1860s). According to the historical document ``Number of Foreigners'', this house was listed as ``under construction'' in 1865, and Orto was living there in 1867. Thereafter, an advertisement for the sale of this house appeared in the ``Nagasaki Shimpo'' in 1871, so it seems that Orto had moved out at that time. This house was used by Kassui Girls' School for about two years from 1880, but was purchased by Frederick Ringer, a neighbor, in 1903. He died in 1907 and was then occupied by his eldest son Frederick Erasmus Edward Ringer (1888-1940). In 1943, Kawaminami Shipyard acquired this house. In 1970, after the Pacific War, it became the property of Nagasaki City. Repairs were completed in 1978, and the building has been restored to its Meiji period appearance. The building faces west. The plan is a long rectangle running north and south, with rooms arranged east and west across a corridor that runs north and south. The west row of rooms includes the reception room, entrance hall, and dining room from the north, and the wife's room (consisting of a bedroom, living room, and bathroom) to the south. From the north, the east row has a bedroom (with a powder room attached to the north side), a storage room, a serving room, a hallway leading to an annex, and a guest bedroom, and to the south of that are two bedrooms, each with a bathroom. Verandas will be installed on the entire west side of the building, as well as near the front of the north and south sides, and a porch with a pediment will be installed in front of the entrance hall. The exterior walls are made of Amakusa stone, and the ceilings of the main rooms, the reception room and dining room, are made of paper board. The veranda and porch have stone Tuscan-style columns (however, only the two pillars at the border of the veranda and porch are square columns). The floor of the balcony is made of Amakusa stone, and the ceiling is made of diamond-shaped wickerwork. The attached building in the back has a kitchen room (3 rooms) with a dirt floor on the north side, and servants' rooms (2 rooms) with tatami flooring on the south side. The back of the annex is blocked off by a steep cliff. To the northeast of the annex, a warehouse is built next to the cliff. The warehouse has a doglegged plan with a lamp room to the north and a coal storage to the south. The stairs to the south of the warehouse lead to a hole in the cliff, which was once also used as a warehouse. The fountain in front of the house also dates from the same period as the house. The designer of this house is unknown, but there are drawings of this house among the belongings of Hidenoshin Koyama of Amakusa (builder of Oura Cathedral), indicating that Koyama was the one who undertook the construction. Although it incorporates the style of Western architecture, it seems to have many stylistic imperfections, such as the excessive bellows under the eaves. In addition, there are strong Japanese elements, such as the Japanese-style roof structure, which is a characteristic of early Western-style architecture in Japan. On May 15, 1972, the main building, attached building, and warehouse were designated as important cultural properties of the country. One fountain has been designated as an important cultural property. (Original) 旧オルト住宅は、グラバー園の南端にある洋館です。 木造、平屋建、屋根は寄棟造、桟瓦葺き、建築面積494.4平方m。附属屋は煉瓦造平屋建、桟瓦葺き、建築面積92.4平方mル。倉庫は煉瓦造平屋建、桟瓦葺き、建築面積12.5平方mです。 居住者のウィリアム・ジョン・オルトは安政年間（1859年頃）に長崎に来訪したイギリス人商人で、文久年間から慶応年間（1860年代）にかけて、南山手と大浦に製茶所をもっていました。 『外国人名員数書』という史料によると、慶応元年（1865年）にはこの住宅は「造作中」とされており、慶応3年（1867年）にはオルトが居住していました。その後、明治4年（1871年）の『長崎新報』にこの住宅の売却広告が出ていることから、その時点ではオルトは退去していたとみられます。当住宅は明治13年（1880年）から2年ほど活水女学校が使用しましたが、明治36年（1903年）には隣家のフレデリック・リンガーによって購入されています。同人は1907年に死去し、その後は長男のフレデリック・エラスムス・エドワード・リンガー（1888年 - 1940年）が住みました。昭和18年（1943年）、川南造船所が当住宅を取得。太平洋戦争後の昭和45年（1970年）、長崎市の所有となりました。昭和53年度（1978年）に修理が完了し、明治期の姿に復元されています。 建物は西を正面とします。平面は南北に長い長方形をなし、南北に通る廊下を挟んで東西に部屋を配置します。西列の部屋は北から応接室、玄関ホール、食堂があり、その南は夫人室（寝室、居間、浴室からなる）です。東列は北から寝室（北側に化粧室が付属する）、倉庫、配膳室、附属屋へ通じる廊下、客用寝室があり、その南にはそれぞれ浴室を伴う2室の寝室があります。建物の西面全体と北面・南面の前寄りにはベランダを設け、玄関ホール前にはペディメント付のポーチを設けます。 外壁は天草石張りで、主要室である応接室と食堂の天井は板に紙貼りです。ベランダとポーチには石造のトスカナ式円柱を立てています（ただし、ベランダ・ポーチ境の2本のみは角柱）。ベランダの床は天草石の四半敷、天井は菱形網代組です。裏手に建つ附属屋は北側を土間の厨房室（3室）、南側を畳敷の使用人室（2室）があります。附属屋の背後は急な崖で塞がれています。附属屋の北東、崖に接して倉庫が建っています。倉庫は「く」の字平面で、北にランプ室、南に石炭庫を設けています。倉庫の南にある階段は崖の横穴に通じ、かつてはここも倉庫として使用されていました。なお、住宅前にある噴水1基も住宅と同時期のものです。 当住宅の設計者は不明ですが、天草の小山秀之進（大浦天主堂の施工者）の遺品中に当住宅の図面があり、施工は小山が請け負ったことがわかります。西洋建築のスタイルを取り入れつつも、軒下の蛇腹が過大である点など、様式的に未熟な点が多いようです。また、小屋組は和小屋とするなど、和風の要素が強く、これらの点は日本の初期洋風建築の特色です。 1972年（昭和47年）5月15日、主屋・付属屋・倉庫が国の重要文化財に指定。噴水1基が重要文化財の附（つけたり）指定となっています。

(Translated by Google) This is the residence of Mr. Ort, a British merchant. It was built in 1865 (Keio 1). The building was designed by a British architect and built by a Japanese carpenter. Mr. Ort runs a tea manufacturing business and is a person who once played a role in spreading Japanese green tea to the world. The mansion is in very good condition. There are furniture left in the building, and by looking at them you can get a very good idea of ​​what kind of life the foreigners who came to Japan led from the end of the Edo period to the Meiji period. It is a very valuable place to satisfy your intellectual curiosity. (Original) イギリス人商人であるオルト氏の邸宅です。1865年（慶応元年）に建てられました。イギリス人建築家が設計し日本人の大工が建てた建物です。 オルト氏は製茶業を営んでおり日本の緑茶を世界に広める役割の一旦を担ってくれた人物です。 邸宅は非常に良好な状態で保存されています。建物内には調度品が残されており、それらを見ると江戸末期から明治にかけて日本にやってきた外国人がどのような生活を送っていたのかが非常によく理解できます。 知的好奇心を満たしてくれる非常に価値のある場所です。

(Translated by Google) It was built in 1865 (Keio 1). William J. Alt (1840-1908) lived there for three years starting in 1865. Although it is a one-story wooden building, it has a verandah structure with a gable roof supported by many stone pillars.The building has high eaves, a beautifully shaped gable roof, and the arrangement of garden trees and shelves next to the entrance, giving it a very gorgeous impression. Although it is a personal preference, I feel that the design is one of the best among Western-style buildings from around the Meiji era. Although it was designed by a British person, it was apparently constructed by a Japanese person, and it is a wonderful building with good design and meticulous construction techniques, with no defects in every detail. For this reason, it is often used for pre-wedding photos, and under the blue sky you will be able to take memorable photos that will never fade. (Original) 1865年(慶応元年)の建築です。 ウィリアム・ジョン・オルト(William J. Alt 1840～1908)が1865年から3年間住んでいました。 木造平屋建ですが、切妻屋根が何本もの石柱で支えられるベランダ構造で、軒が高く、造形の美しい切妻屋根に玄関横の庭木や棚の配置が大変華やかな印象を与える建物です。 個人的な好みですが、明治前後の洋館の中では一二を争う造形の良さを感じます。 英国人の設計ですが施工は日本人なのだそうで、センスの良い設計が細やかな施工技術で支えられる、細部まで破綻のない素晴らしい建築物です。 それ故に結婚式の前撮りに多用されるそうですが、青空の下なら色褪せない記念写真が撮れる事でしょう。

(Translated by Google) It is located in Glover Garden, and the interior is the same as it was at that time. The situation is being reproduced. Also duplicates However, the bed and furniture are from that time. It seems so. blue mantel (fireplace) and fountain in the garden were impressive. (Original) グラバー園の中にあり、内部は当時の 様子が再現されています。複製の物も ありますが、ベッドや家具は当時の物の ようです。青色のマントルピース （暖炉）と庭の噴水が印象的でした。

This Protestant mission school was built on the hills of Higashiyamate in 1887. It is a 3-storey Western-style building, with a bell tower on the third floor. In 1973, it was relocated to Glover Garden.

The main building, Glover House, is closed for repair. Fair enough. Biggest gripe is the absence of information in English for such an important period in Nagasaki history regarding its status as an international port.

(Translated by Google) It was built in 1987 (Meiji 20) as the school building of Steel Memorial School. After that, the ownership changed several times, and it was finally used as a boarding school for a junior and senior high school in Nagasaki City until around the 1960s. There are no furniture inside the building, but old photographs and industrial materials are on display. (Original) 1987年（明治20年）にスチイル記念学校の校舎として建てられました。その後幾たびか所有者が変わって最終的には長崎市内の中高一貫校である寄宿舎として昭和40年代頃まで利用されていました。 建物内に調度品などはありませんが、古写真や産業資料が展示されています。

(Translated by Google) This is the former Steele Memorial School. It was established with funds donated by American Dr. Steele to commemorate his son William Henry, who died at the age of 18. You can see the exterior from the outside from an ordinary city road! ️☺️✨✨ (Original) 旧スチイル記念学校です。アメリカのスチイル博士が，18歳で亡くなった息子のウィリアム・ヘンリーを記念するために寄贈した資金により開設された学校だそうです。 外観だけなら、普通の市道から見えます‼️☺️✨✨

(Translated by Google) Although it was hot, the inside of the museum was somewhat cool. The photos from that time on display were so precious that I couldn't help but take some photos of them too. There was also a model of the Black Ships, which was well worth seeing. (Original) 暑い中ですが、館内はややひんやりとしています。 展示されている、当時の写真は貴重すぎたのでついコチラも撮りました。 黒船の模型もあって見応えありました。

(Translated by Google) The Old Still Memorial School, located at the southern end of Glover Garden, was the first mission school in Nagasaki, built in 1887 on the site of the former British Consulate in Higashi Yamate. With English education and a unique academic style, the school had a 45-year history until 1932. Before Glover Garden was relocated, it was used as a dormitory for Kaisei Gakuen, but now it is used for panel exhibitions where you can learn about Glover's efforts and history. (Original) 旧スチイル記念学校は、グラバー園の南端にあり、明治20年（1887年）に東山手の旧英国領事館跡に建てられた長崎初のミッション系の学校です。 英語教育と特徴ある学風で、昭和7年（1932年）まで45年間の歴史を重ねました。グラバー園移築前は海星学園の寄宿舎として使用されていましたが、現在はグラバーの取り組みや歴史を学べるパネル展示などに使用されています。

(Translated by Google) The former Steele Memorial School was built in 1887 on the site of the former British Consulate at 9 Higashiyamate. The school was opened with funds donated by Dr. Stieil, director of foreign missions for the Dutch Reformed Church, in memory of his son William Henry, who passed away at the age of 18. The first principal, Reverend Albert Ortmans, directed the construction of the school building. It was donated by Kaisei Gakuen in 1972, relocated and restored. (Original) 旧スチイル記念学校は、明治20(1887)年に東山手9番地の旧英国領事館跡に建てられたスチイル記念学校の校舎。ダッチ・レフォームド教会の外国伝道局長であったスチイル博士が、18歳で亡くなった息子のウィリアム・ヘンリーを記念するために寄贈した資金により開設された学校。初代校長のアルバート・オルトマンス牧師が校舎建設を指導。昭和47(1972)年に海星学園より寄贈、移築復元した。

This historic Western-style building was built in 1868 and originally served as the Russian Consulate. Subsequently it was used as the American Consulate. Nowadays, it is a museum focusing on the history of the missionary schools that were established in the Higashi-yamate district during the days of foreign settlement in the latter part of the nineteenth century. There is only a small collection of exhibits, but admission is free.

Look at some of the fine details in what's left of the modern historical era of Japan. The guide will give an informative presentation to you.

Interesting history with a fairly well preserved estate. The interior is rather lame

(Translated by Google) free. Russell Memorial. A person who opened a school to teach English... When the school first opened, there was only one student... It seems like he was a cheerful person who didn't mind that. The students couldn't speak English, and Mr. Russell couldn't speak Japanese...that seems to have been the case in the past. (Original) 無料。ラッセル記念館。 英語を教える学校を開いた人… 開校当時は生徒は1人だけだったみたい… それでも気にしない明るい人だったようです。 生徒は英語が話せないし、ラッセルさんは日本語が話せない…そんな過去だったらしい。

(Translated by Google) Other than the pretty building and the history, there's not much there. There's no admission fee. If you are short on time while traveling and want to waste some time, visit here. (Original) 건물이쁜거 역사적인거 빼면 별로 없음 입장료 없고 여행중 시간이 붕떠서 시간을 갖다 버리고 싶다면 방문 ㅋ

(Translated by Google) August 2022 This is one of the two Western-style houses on Orandazaka that you can tour for free. After its completion in 1868, ownership changed hands to include the Russian Consulate, the American Consulate, and Kassui Gakuin, and since 1976 it has been owned by Nagasaki City. There is also a miniature of Katsumizu Gakuen where you can experience the history of the settlement era. (Original) 2022年8月　オランダ坂の無料で見学できる2軒の洋館の1軒です。1868年竣工後、ロシア領事館、アメリカ領事館、活水学院と所有が移り、1976年から長崎市所有となっております。活水学園のミニチュアもあって居留地時代の歴史に触れることができます。