What Is Hatsumode? Japan’s New Year Shrine Tradition and Where People Go in Nagasaki
One of the most important traditions of the Japanese New Year is Hatsumode, the first visit of the year to a shrine or temple to pray…
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One of the most important traditions of the Japanese New Year is Hatsumode, the first visit of the year to a shrine or temple to pray…
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Nagasaki is a city where peace, history, international exchange, religion, nature, and beautiful scenery come together in a compact and very unique way. By visiting the…
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Background of the Streetcar’s Opening Nagasaki’s streetcar system began operation in 1915. At the time, Nagasaki was a growing port city with strong international connections, supported…
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When speaking about the history of Nagasaki, one name inevitably stands out: Thomas Blake Glover. During the turbulent years from the end of the Edo period…
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Nagasaki is a city with a uniquely diverse industrial history in Japan.For centuries, it has served as a gateway between Japan and the rest of the…
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Have you ever walked around Nagasaki City? If you have, you probably noticed something immediately: a striking number of cars on the road are “Kei” cars…
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The “26 Martyrs of Japan” refers to a group of twenty-six Christians, both Japanese and foreign, who were executed in Nagasaki on February 5, 1597. They…
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The Origins of Tea in Japan (Nara – Heian Periods) Tea first arrived in Japan during the Nara period (8th century), brought back from China by…
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Nagasaki is famous for its beautiful harbor, historic sites, and delicious food. But the city is also home to passionate sports teams that attract both locals…
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