The Story of the 26 Martyrs of Nagasaki
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 “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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Why the Tokugawa Shogunate Lasted for Nearly 300 Years In Japanese history, few eras were as long and stable as the Edo period, the age ruled…
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On August 9, 1945, at 11:02 a.m., the atomic bomb dropped on Nagasaki devastated the Urakami area and surrounding districts. The city was reduced to ruins,…
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During Japan’s Edo period (1603–1868), the country adopted a strict isolation policy known as Sakoku, meaning “closed country.” Under this policy, almost all contact and trade…
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When you visit Nagasaki, one of the first things you’ll notice is the colorful trams gliding through the city. Locally known as the “Chin-Chin Densha” for…
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In the mid-16th century, Christianity was introduced to Japan for the first time. In 1549, Francis Xavier arrived in Kagoshima, marking the beginning of Christian missionary…
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The Birth of a Coal Island: Gunkanjima (Hashima Island) Gunkanjima, officially known as Hashima Island, is a small island located about 18 kilometers southwest of Nagasaki…
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