SEARCH RESULTS World Heritage Search Criteria: 19 Hits 13 - 19
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13Hinoe Castle Ruins
Hinoe Castle was the residence of the Arima clan and it was told to be built during the Period of the Northern and Southern Courts (1336-1392). The castle was formed by a main building constructed... -
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Hara Castle Ruins
Hara Castle is said to have been built by the feudal Lord Arima Takazumi in 1496. Its influence extended to the Eastern area of Hizen Domain (currently Saga Prefecture) and counted an income of 26,... -
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Ono Church
The Koteda family fled their home on the island of Ikitsuki and found refuge in the valley of Ono in 1599. Since it was too far from Shitsu, they set up their own church on a hillside overlooking t... -
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Site of the Martyrdom of the 26 Saints of Japan
On February 5, 1597, twenty-six Catholics were executed here under the orders of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, marking the beginning of a two century long period of harsh Christian persecution in Japan. Toda... -
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Hashima (Gunkanjima, Battle Ship Island）
Hashima is also known by its nickname “Gunkanjima” (Battleship Island) due to its unique silhouette. This island has been added to the List of UNESCO World Heritage Sites for its historical val... -
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Glover Garden
This garden has been designated as an Important Cultural Asset. Here you can visit the beautiful traditional homes built for British merchants, including the oldest wooden Western-style residence i... -
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Shimabara Peninsula: Shimatetsu One Day Pass
The Shimabara railroad and local buses connect the Shimabara Peninsula and cover routes to Nagasaki Airport. The Shimatetsu One Day Pass entitles foreign tourists to unlimited rides on the train...
