Suwa Shrine
The spiritual and cultural hub for the citizens of Nagasaki
The complex of building and gardens comprising Suwa Shrine nestles on a shaded stretch of
hillside overlooking the heart of Nagasaki-city. The shrine was founded in the wake of ban
of Christianity in the early 17th century, and during the Edo Period it soon grew into a
spiritual and cultural hub for the citizens of Nagasaki.
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During Meiji and Taisho Periods, it was not only Nagasaki’s foremost Shinto shrine but also
this city’s most popular destination for foreign tourist who came seeking a glimpse into heart
of Japan.
Held from October 7 to 9 every year and is considered one of the three major festivals of
Japan, being designated as an Important Intangible Cultural Asset.
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General information
| Address | 18-15 Nishiyama-cho, Nagasaki-city |
| Access |
A short waalk from Suwa-jinjya Tram station |
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