Kaminoshima was an island at the entrance of Nagasaki Port
but has been reclaimed and is connected to the mainland.
It is impressive to see the Statue of Maria of the church from the vessels in and out of Nagasaki Port.
It is a good location where tourists feel the sea breeze comfortably.
Access and Getting Around
By bus
35 minutes from JR Nagasaki Station to Kaminoshima Church,
get off at Kaminoshima Church Shita Bus Stop.
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-Othres
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-Festivals
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-Temples
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-Historic Sites -Food
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