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Nagasaki, Japan
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Nagasaki city guide featuring Nagasaki, Kyushu, Japan sightseeing and day trips to attractions nearby, excursions to Fukuoka, Kumamoto and Omura, and general information about surrounding sights Nagasaki, Kyushu, Japan, JP.
Attractions Nearby Nagasaki - Last updated 27/8/2008.
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Attractions Nearby Nagasaki
(Nagasaki, Kyushu, Japan, JP)
Nagasaki has more than enough for many visitors and holidaymakers, although close to the city you will find many sites, which warrant at the least a day trip. Fukuoka is a relatively short train ride from Nagasaki and the attractions here are both plentiful and varied, with the city's hilltop castle being a must-see sight and dominating much of the area.
Also nearby Nagasaki are the cities of Kumamoto and its scenic waterfront views, and Omura, where an appealing bay and coastline are begging to be enjoyed. Top attractions nearby Nagasaki are shown below.
Nagasaki Attractions Nearby: Fukuoka - Nagasaki, Japan, JP
Kyushu's biggest city and located to the north-east of Nagasaki, Fukuoka is a spreading city with a population approaching 1.5 million. Apart from its castle, other attractions in Fukuoka include the Canal City complex, which combines shopping and entertainment at its best, the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum, the Hakata Machiya Furustao-Kan folk museum, and the 12th-century Shofuku-ji Zen temple.
Nagasaki attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Nagasaki attraction admission: no charge
Nagasaki Attractions Nearby: Kumamoto - Nagasaki, Japan, JP
An appealing city to the east of Nagasaki and across the water, Kumamoto is home to almost 670,000 inhabitants and offers plenty of sightseeing. Of particular interest is the Kumamoto-jo Castle, which dates back to the early 17th century and dominates much of the city centre. Nearby you will find many further attractions, such as the strolling garden of Suizeni-Koen, the Honmyo-ji temple and Takigi-No festival, held each August and features torch-lit productions by Japanese theatre groups.
Nagasaki attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Nagasaki attraction admission: no charge
Nagasaki Attractions Nearby: Omura - Nagasaki, Japan, JP
Just a few miles to the north of Nagasaki lies the attractions of Omura, a city with a population of almost 100,000 people. Sited on the coastline, Omura is centred around its beautiful bay and nearby you will find many scenic islands, plenty of blue sea, a theme park, museums and waterfront attractions for all ages. The bay area has been designated as a natural park and boasts many pleasure boat trips, being a particularly popular excursion from Nagasaki.
Nagasaki attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Nagasaki attraction admission: no charge
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