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As an American visiting Nagasaki for one day, here are some recommendations on what to do and see:
Atomic Bomb Museum and Peace Park: Start your day by visiting the Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum and Peace Park. Learn about the history of the atomic bombing of Nagasaki during World War II and pay your respects at the Peace Statue and Peace Bell in the park.
Nagasaki Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims: Visit this memorial hall to gain a deeper understanding of the impact of the atomic bombing and to remember the victims of the tragedy.
Glover Garden: Explore Glover Garden, a historic park that features Western-style buildings from the 19th century. The park offers beautiful views of Nagasaki Port and is a great place to stroll and enjoy the architecture and gardens.
Oura Catholic Church: Visit the Oura Catholic Church, a beautiful basilica that is recognized as one of Japan's National Treasures. It is the oldest surviving Christian church in the country and showcases stunning architecture.
Dejima: Take a trip to Dejima, a man-made island that was once a Dutch trading post during Japan's period of isolation. Learn about the historical significance of this place and its role in Japan's international trade.
Nagasaki Chinatown: Explore the vibrant Nagasaki Chinatown, which is one of the oldest in Japan. Try some delicious Chinese food and experience the unique blend of Japanese and Chinese cultures in the area.
Mount Inasa: If you have time, consider visiting Mount Inasa for a stunning panoramic view of Nagasaki. You can reach the observation deck by taking a ropeway or driving up the mountain.
Please note that visiting all of these attractions in one day might be challenging due to the limited time available.
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The Nagasaki Peace Park is a tranquil space that commemorates the atomic bombing of Nagasaki on August 9, 1945, which destroyed a significant portion of the city and killed tens of thousands of inhabitants. The complex is comprised of two parks and a memorial museum.
In the center of the complex is the Hypocenter Park with a simple, black monolith that marks the explosion's epicenter. Not far from it stands a damaged pillar of the former Urakami Cathedral which was destroyed in the blast. Furthermore, there is an area that allows visitors to take a look at a layer of soil below the park's surface where broken roof tiles, bricks and pieces of glass remain from the explosion.
- Glover Gardens and Dejima (optional)
Glover Garden is an open air museum in Nagasaki that exhibits mansions of several of the city's former foreign residents and related buildings. It is located on the hill where Western merchants settled down after the end of Japan's era of seclusion in the second half of the 19th century. The main attraction of the garden is the Former Glover House, the oldest wooden Western-style building in Japan.
Dejima was a man-made island in the port of Nagasaki, constructed in 1636 to segregate Portuguese residents from the Japanese population and control their missionary activities.
A few years later, the Portuguese were expelled from Japan, and the Dutch Trading Station, formerly located in Hirado, was moved to Dejima. The Dutch were restricted to Dejima during Japan's two centuries of isolation as the only remaining Westerners allowed in the country.
Today, Dejima is not an island anymore, as the surrounding area has been reclaimed in the 20th century. However, a number of Dejima's historical structures remain or have been reconstructed in the area, including various residences, warehouses, walls and gates. The ultimate goal is to convert Dejima back into an island by digging canals around all its four sides.
- Mt. Inasa Ropeway (optional)
Rising 333 meters above sea level in the center of Nagasaki, Mount Inasa Park in the Inasa mountain range is a natural park beloved by the residents of the city. It is renowned for its displays of azaleas in the spring.
