Introducing Nagasaki-ken
Nagasaki-ken is the westernmost prefecture of Kyūshū, taking in the Shimabara Peninsula as well as its regional capital Nagasaki. Nagasaki has become synonymous with the atomic bomb that levelled the city in August 1945, but this fascinating city offers wonderful temples, great food, top museums and a fascinating, if at times tragic, history.Advertisement
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: Kyushu with kids
by wackyjax 02 February 2011
Do they like themeparks? While it may seem strange to go all the way to Japan for theme parks, they can be quite interesting. There's…
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Re: Kyushu beaches?
by amazinga 08 June 2009
Check this out. http://gojapan.about.com/od/attractioninkyushu/a/kyushubeach.htm Below is just the beach info. from Fukuoka to Karatsu…
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RE: Off the beaten path in Japan
by ryoma 23 December 2008
Try the offshore islands in Kyushu - places like the Goto Islands in Nagasaki-ken, or (and this is one I've done for a day) - the Amakusa…
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