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“Ueki no Sato” inherits 400 years of Nagasaki technology
Nagasaki Prefecture
“Ueki no Sato” has a history of about 400 years, dating back to the early Edo period.
It is said to be the oldest producer of garden trees in Kyushu, and is one of the Japanese gardens that represent Nagasaki.
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Nagasaki Lantern Festival 2023
Nagasaki Prefecture
Over 15,000 colorful lanterns and large art objects adorn the entire city.
In 2023, Nagasaki's winter tradition will be held for the first time in three years.
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Munakata-Taisha (Munakata Shrine)
Fukuoka Prefecture
Three sacred shrines for three daughters of the goddess of the sun and universe, Amaterasu. Munakata-taisha dates back to the 4th century, where sailors prayed for safe voyages across the seas. You’ll find national treasures like a golden ring and a bronze mirror that speak to ages past. So sacred only Shinto priests are allowed to enter, the island of Okinoshima, home to one of the three shrines, is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Confucius Shrine (Koshi-byo) & Sofuku-ji
Nagasaki Prefecture
Confucius Shrine (Koshi-byo) is the only Chinese-style mausoleum in Japan. Henmen-Show, which is a traditional Chinese face-changing performance that is held during particular events, is very popular among both locals and tourists. Sofuku-ji is a famous temple in Nagasaki, with its gate and main hall being designated as national treasures.
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Nagasaki Prefecture
Hetomato is a traditional folk festival featuring prayers for the prosperity of people’s descendants. Chankoko is a traditional dance where people dance to the sound of percussion instruments and handbells.
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Nagasaki Prefecture
Nagasaki City Dinosaur Museum exhibits fossils that were discovered in Nagasaki City such as the first large Tyrannosaurid fossil in Japan.
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A city where Christianity took its root
Nagasaki Prefecture
There are a number of hidden Christian sites in Nagasaki, including ten villages, remains of a castle, and a cathedral, dating from the 17th to 19th centuries. They reflect the era of the prohibition of the Christian faith, during which 26 martyrs were executed, as well as the activities of Christian communities.
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Nagasaki Prefecture
Hashima, called Guankanjma because of its battleship silhouette, is an abandoned island in Nagasaki. It was known for its undersea coal mines, which were shut down in 1974.
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Dozaki & Mizunoura Catholic Church
Nagasaki Prefecture
As an important historical location of Hidden Christians, Goto islands have many churches remained from 19th century. Both Dozaki Catholic Church and Mizunoura Catholic Church can be dated back to 1880s, and are keeping reminding us of the brutal and dark history behind.
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The city where the atomic bomb was dropped
Nagasaki Prefecture
When people talks about Nagasaki, the first thing that comes into mind is Atomic Bombing. Being the second and last a-bombed city, Nagasaki is always searching for the path to a peaceful world without nuclear threat. There is the Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum telling people the threat of the bomb and there are two trees regenerated after bombed showing people hope and strength.
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Aichi Prefecture
Mythical creatures with the body of a fish and head of a tiger, two golden Shachihokos crown the Nagoya Castle.
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Osaka Prefecture
One of the great castles of Japan, Osaka Castle is an iconic sightseeing spot, home to a variety of events as well as parks and flowers to be enjoyed in every season. Built in the late 16th century, Osaka Castle was the center of power for Hideyoshi Toyotomi, an Imperial Regent known as one of the unifiers of Japan for his role in ending centuries of turmoil.
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Ehime Prefecture
A symbol of Matsuyama City, Matsuyama Castle is set atop of Mr. Katsutama, the city center, the castle has commanding views of the surrounding area and Inland Sea. Built in the early 1600s, it has unique structures that are designated as important cultural properties, and is one of twelve “original castles”, that is castles that have survived since the end of the feudal period in 1868.
Today, 200 cherry trees on the castle grounds make it one of the best spots in the country to enjoy cherry blossoms in the spring.
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NAGASAKI has wide variety gardens
Nagasaki Prefecture
The first garden named ”SHIN-DEN-AN“ was built for holding tea ceremony in 1628. The second garden is a designated cultural property of Japan.
One of the 6 western style buildings that was rebuilt with an origin back in the End of Edo period.
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秋田遺産
This content tells you the beauty of Akita, including traditional events, food, and seasonal scenery. These are the heritage of Akita that we would like to pass on to future generations and spread to the world.
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木づかいの宝
Akita prefecture is abundant in natural resources; wood is one of them. There are a lot of wooden architectures in Akita that are historically valuable.
This program introduces you over 100 old wooden architectures in Tohoku region, mostly in Akita. You would be fascinated by the majestic beauty of them. This program teaches you the importance of natural resources and the inheritance of Japanese tradition.