Nagasaki is a city located on the northwest coast of Kyushu, the third-largest island in Japan, notable for its unique history and beautiful scenery. It is infamously known as one of the two cities in Japan that was destroyed by an atomic bomb during World War II, on August 9, 1945. The city has since been rebuilt and is now a symbol of peace and reconciliation. The Nagasaki Peace Park and the Atomic Bomb Museum serve as poignant reminders of the past and promote a future free of nuclear weapons. Nagasaki also showcases its rich cultural heritage through traditional festivals like the Nagasaki Kunchi. The city's diverse history is reflected in its architecture, such as the Roman Catholic Urakami Cathedral and the Sofukuji Temple, exhibiting a blend of European and Chinese influences. The Glover Garden offers a glimpse into the city's past with preserved colonial-style homes from the Meiji Era. Nagasaki's natural beauty features striking landscapes like Mount Inasa, providing panoramic views of the city, and the nearby Hashima Island, also known as Gunkanjima (Battleship Island), a symbol of Japan's rapid industrialization.
