Nagasaki: Oura Cathedral & Glover Garden Heritage Walk

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Nagasaki: Oura Cathedral & Glover Garden Heritage Walk

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Overview

Explore Nagasaki’s rich tapestry of faith and transformation on this guided walking tour. Discover the unique crossroads of Japanese tradition and global history as you visit Oura Cathedral, Japan's oldest Christian church, and Glover Garden, where Western architecture tells stories of modernization. Traverse the city's distinctive hillside landscape, where a shrine, a Buddhist temple, and a Christian church coexist within view, showcasing the religious diversity of Nagasaki. This tour offers two participation options to suit different travel styles, ensuring a meaningful exploration of this historic city.

Delve into Nagasaki's history of faith and resilience at Oura Cathedral
Enjoy an insightful walk through the hillside areas and gardens
Choose from two starting options: direct from Stone Bridge or via tram from Nagasaki Station
Experience a blend of cultural heritage and modern influences in Glover Garden

Activity location

Oura Catholic Church
- 5-3 Minami-yamatemachi,
- 850-0931, Nagasaki, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Lawson Nagasaki station street
- さだずみビル 7
- 850-0057, Nagasaki, Nagasaki, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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What's included, what's not

Visit to Glover Garden
Guided walking tour
Visit to Oura Cathedral
Food and drinks
Transport to the starting point

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Public transport options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Oura Catholic Church

40m
Admission ticket included

Oura Cathedral is Japan’s oldest surviving Christian church and one of Nagasaki’s most historically significant landmarks. Built in the 19th century soon after Japan reopened to the world, the cathedral is closely connected to the dramatic history of Christianity in Japan, including centuries of persecution and the later rediscovery of believers who kept their faith in secret. With its elegant Western-style architecture and powerful historical context, Oura Cathedral offers visitors a rare opportunity to encounter a chapter of Japanese history shaped by faith, resilience, and international exchange.

Glover Garden

1h 20m
Admission ticket included

Glover Garden is a hillside open-air museum overlooking Nagasaki Harbour, showcasing beautifully preserved Western-style residences from the late 19th century. The site reflects Nagasaki’s role as Japan’s gateway to international trade and modernization during the Meiji period. Among the highlights is the former residence of Thomas Glover, a Scottish merchant associated with the introduction of new technology and industry to Japan. Walking through the gardens, visitors can experience the atmosphere of early modern Japan and gain insight into how global connections reshaped daily life, architecture, and the city’s identity.

Location

Activity location

Oura Catholic Church
- 5-3 Minami-yamatemachi,
- 850-0931, Nagasaki, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Lawson Nagasaki station street
- さだずみビル 7
- 850-0057, Nagasaki, Nagasaki, Japan
石橋ミニ広場
- 1 1
- 850-0922, Nagasaki, Nagasaki, Japan

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