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Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Ikitsuki Island, an island belonging to Hirado City, Nagasaki Prefecture, is an area with a rich sea, a steep coastline, and the atmosphere of a fishing village. In the past, people made their living from coastal fishing and female divers, and the maritime culture and climate deeply rooted in the region are its charms. From the Hirado side of Ikitsuki Bridge...

Hirado Dutch Trading Post (Hirado City, Nagasaki Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, Attractions) The Hirado Dutch Trading Post is a restored and renovated facility on the site of a former Dutch trading post during the Edo period. It is a cultural tourist spot where you can learn about the historical connection between Hirado and the Netherlands (Dutch merchants, a trading base before arriving at Dejima in Nagasaki).

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Hirado Xavier Memorial Church is a Catholic memorial church in Hirado City, Nagasaki Prefecture. It was built in memory of a place associated with Francis Xavier, a Jesuit missionary who came to Japan in the 16th century. Hirado has a strong history of East-West trade and Christian missionary work.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Hirado Castle (Hirado City) is a historic structure built on a hill overlooking the city of Hirado Island. It served as the base of the Hirado Domain and Matsuura clan, and played a central role in politics and defense during the Edo period. Hirado was also known as a port town that traded with countries such as the Netherlands and Britain during the Edo period.