This museum is a certain destination for those visiting Nagasaki for the first time. It almost seems inconceivable that someone could have been to Nagasaki and not have visited this historic, educational and ultimately heart-breaking place. It is obviously devoted to Nagasaki's atomic holocaust, but there are displays on modern nuclear technology and concerns as well. Seeing the 900 or so artifacts will require some time, and you may certainly want to spend some considerable extra minutes in the video room or at the other video displays. Check out the website for hours of operation.
The Nagasaki Museum of History & Culture one of biggest museums in Nagasaki. The museum accords a lot of importance to the theme 'overseas exchange'. Historical artifacts, documents, arts and crafts housed in the museum reflect the city's vast history and culture. Their permanent exhibits include the display of trade exchanges between Korea, China and the Netherlands, and the modern Japan. With an astounding collection of 48,000 documents and facts, this museum is very informative and educating. The museum is closed on the third Tuesday of every month, so please check the website for timings.
You only reach this shrine after climbing up 200 stone steps; so bring some walking shoes. The patron god of the shrine is protectorate of Nagasaki Prefecture and its seas. Thousands of area residents visit it every year to pray for good luck and to seek blessings for marriage. Within the shrine are numerous statuettes of "guard" dogs, which are particularly rare. Another rarity of this shrine is that its mikuji (fortunes) have been written in English since 1914, due to the city's international composition. Beginning every October 7th, there is a three-day festival held at this shrine called Nagasaki Kunchi.
Mount Inasa-yama is easily the most famous "mountain" (actually only 333 meters tall) overlooking Nagasaki City. Indeed, the views from these heights are perhaps the most impressive—and there is certainly competition from the other ridges—and access is made easy by a number of rope-ways, bus tours and parking areas for cars. The gondola rides are quite lovely and romantic at night, and only cost a few hundred yen. A trip to Inasa-yama is considered a necessary part of every Nagasaki itinerary; once you go, it is easy to understand why.
Megami Ohashi Bridge since its inauguration in 2005 is the longest and largest cable-suspension bridge in Nagasaki. There's a pedestrian way on the sides of the vehicular, so you can go up the 65 meters (213.26 feet) high bridge and enjoy the magnificent view of the city, or catch the sunset and enjoy the cool, balmy evening. You could even go for a spin in your car and swiftly speed through the breeze over the amazing structure. The view of the bridge, when it's lit up in the evening, is absolutely breathtaking. There are charges for vehicular traffic.
Visitors to Nagasaki almost have a moral obligation to visit this famous and sacred park. With 35,000 square meters, it is fairly large, but more importantly, it is dedicated to world peace. The park's main attraction is its collection of statues and sculptures donated by countries and groups all over the world. The main statue of the park, The Peace Memorial Statue, was constructed by Nagasaki City, and is of a man, with his right arm pointing to the sky to indicate the continued threat of nuclear destruction. The left arm is extended toward the horizon for world peace. The eyelids are closed to remember those who perished in the atomic holocaust.
This museum is a certain destination for those visiting Nagasaki for the first time. It almost seems inconceivable that someone could have been to Nagasaki and not have visited this historic, educational and ultimately heart-breaking place. It is obviously devoted to Nagasaki's atomic holocaust, but there are displays on modern nuclear technology and concerns as well. Seeing the 900 or so artifacts will require some time, and you may certainly want to spend some considerable extra minutes in the video room or at the other video displays. Check out the website for hours of operation.
Mitsubishi had taken over various trades of Nagasaki in the bygone era and ship-building was one of them. The Nagasaki Shipyard Museum, built in 1898, is a fine display of the shipbuilding history. The collection includes materials, processes and life-size models of ships. Some of the interesting items are the wheel of the first ship built in Nagasaki, a lump of coal that weighs 100 kg (220.46 pounds) from the mine at Takashima, turbines, and photographs.
Overlooking a scenic view of the city, Nabekanmuriyama park, is surrounded by vast spaces of greenery. The best time to visit the park is at night, when you can overlook the illuminated city, mirroring the galaxies. One of the most romantic spots in the city, this mesmerizing park is the spot for spending time with that special someone.
Mount Inasa Park is a picturesque park, that is among the best kids park in the city. This scenic location, straight out of film set, is located 333 meters (1092.52 feet) above the sea level and enjoys a spectacular view of the harbor. During the day the park looks vast and beautiful, and as the night descends, it mirrors the galaxy, with several lights illuminating the space.There are numerous play areas for kids and a lot of running space for dogs, making the park perfect for spending a day filled with fun!
The Nagasaki Museum of History & Culture one of biggest museums in Nagasaki. The museum accords a lot of importance to the theme 'overseas exchange'. Historical artifacts, documents, arts and crafts housed in the museum reflect the city's vast history and culture. Their permanent exhibits include the display of trade exchanges between Korea, China and the Netherlands, and the modern Japan. With an astounding collection of 48,000 documents and facts, this museum is very informative and educating. The museum is closed on the third Tuesday of every month, so please check the website for timings.
Nagasaki Penguin Aquarium demonstrates the beautiful phenomenons of nature that the wildlife and insects bring with them. You wouldn't get to see penguins out and about elsewhere, but the aquarium has it arranged. You can touch the penguins and even play with them. An entire life-size environment made for the penguins and fish shows how their life has been affected with change in the global climate patterns. There is also a biotope to observe plants and fish, and you could also try kayaking right after!