Nagasaki Japan Collection

View on Amidabashi (Amida Bridge) over Nagasaki's Zeniyagawa (Zeniya River... 1865. Creator: Unknown)
View on Amidabashi (Amida Bridge) over Nagasaki's Zeniyagawa (Zeniya River, nowadays called Nakashimagawa), 1865

Tagawaya Restaurant in Front of the Temple Daionji, between circa 1825 and circa 1835. Creator: Ikeda Eisen
Tagawaya Restaurant in Front of the Temple Daionji, between circa 1825 and circa 1835. Tagawaya Restaurant in Front of the Temple Daionji - Daionji mae Tagawaya - Series: A Guide to Modern Restaurants

Cemetery of Nagasaki; A European Sojourn in Japan, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Cemetery of Nagasaki; A European Sojourn in Japan, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Whaling off the Coast of the Goto Islands (Goto kujira tsuki), from the series "One... c. 1831-33
Whaling off the Coast of the Goto Islands (Goto kujira tsuki), from the series "One Thousand Pictures of the Ocean (Chie no umi)", Japan, c. 1831-33

Harbor of Chinese Ships, Nagasaki, Hizen Province (Hizen Nagasaki karafune no zu) from the... 1859
Harbor of Chinese Ships, Nagasaki, Hizen Province (Hizen Nagasaki karafune no zu) from the series "One Hundred Famous Views in the Various Provinces (Shokoku meisho hyakkei)", 1859

Sanno Festival (Sanno matsuri), from vol. 1 of the illustrated book "Fine Views of the Eas... 1800
Sanno Festival (Sanno matsuri), from vol. 1 of the illustrated book "Fine Views of the Eastern Capital at a Glance (Toto shokei ichiran)", Japan, 1800

Hizen Province: Mount Inasa in Nagasaki (Hizen, Nagasaki Inasayama), from the series "Famo... 1853
Hizen Province: Mount Inasa in Nagasaki (Hizen, Nagasaki Inasayama), from the series "Famous Places in the Sixty-odd Provinces (Rokujuyoshu meisho zue)", 1853

Sanno Shrine at Nagatababa (Nagatababa Sannogu), from the series "Famous Places... c. 1832/38
Sanno Shrine at Nagatababa (Nagatababa Sannogu), from the series "Famous Places in the Eastern Capital (Toto meisho)", c. 1832/38

Carrying a lantern sponsored by the Motozaimoku-cho, from the series "The Festival of the... 1780
Carrying a lantern sponsored by the Motozaimoku-cho, from the series "The Festival of the Sanno Shrine (Sanno gosairei)", 1780

Carrying a lantern sponsored by the Kojimachi, from the series "The Festival of the Sanno... 1780
Carrying a lantern sponsored by the Kojimachi, from the series "The Festival of the Sanno Shrine (Sanno gosairei)", 1780

View of Papenberkh Island and Rat's Island, 1813. Creator: Ivan Vasil'evich Chesky
View of Papenberkh Island and Rat's Island, 1813. In 1803-06, Captain I. F. Kruzenshtern became the first Russian to circumnavigate the globe

English and Russian Burial-ground, at Nagasaki, secured by treaty, November 1855, (1856). Creator: Unknown
English and Russian Burial-ground, at Nagasaki, secured by treaty, November 1855, (1856). Christian graveyard in Japan. From "Illustrated London News", 1856

Nagasaki, Japan at Megane "Spectacles" Bridge

Megami Bridge spans the Bay of Nagasaki, Japan

Megami Bridge spans the Bay of Nagasaki, Japan at dusk

Carrying a Lantern Decorated with the Flowers of the Four Seasons (Hirakawa-cho... 1780. Creator: Torii Kiyonaga)
Carrying a Lantern Decorated with the Flowers of the Four Seasons (Hirakawa-cho Yamamoto-cho shiki no hana mando) from the series " The Festival of the Sanno Shrine (Sanno go-sairei)", 1780

Women coaling a Man-of War at Nagasaki, Japan, 1888. Creator: J Nash
Women coaling a Man-of War at Nagasaki, Japan, 1888.From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 38. July to December, 1888

Mitsuuji in the Maruyama Pleasure District of Nagasaki (Nagasaki dejima), 3rd month, 1861

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Nagasaki, Japan is a city steeped in history and resilience. From its tragic past as the second city to be hit by an atomic bomb during World War II, Nagasaki has risen from the ashes to become a vibrant and thriving metropolis. The Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Museum serve as poignant reminders of the devastation that occurred here, while also promoting a message of peace and reconciliation. But Nagasaki is not defined solely by its past - it is also a city rich in culture, with stunning temples, shrines, and gardens to explore. The unique blend of Japanese and Western influences can be seen throughout the city, from its architecture to its cuisine. Visitors to Nagasaki can take a leisurely stroll through Glover Garden, visit the iconic Oura Church (the oldest church in Japan), or soak in the healing waters of one of the many onsens scattered throughout the region. Whether you come for the history or stay for the beauty, Nagasaki is sure to leave a lasting impression on all who visit. It's a place where tragedy has been transformed into triumph, making it a must-see destination for anyone traveling through Japan.