Nagasaki Gunkanjima Museum

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A valuable museum where you can delve into the history and culture of Gunkanjima. Through photos, videos, and documents, you can vividly experience the lives of the islanders and the harsh working conditions of the coal mine.

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Overview

The Nagasaki Gunkanjima Museum is a precious facility that showcases the history and culture of Gunkanjima (Hashima Island). Once boasting the highest population density in Japan, Gunkanjima offers a glimpse into its harsh working conditions and the lives of its inhabitants through photos, videos, and documents. Particularly impactful are the exhibits of tools and daily necessities actually used by the former residents. These artifacts bring the history of Gunkanjima to life. The museum also details the background of Gunkanjima's World Heritage registration and the role of the coal industry in Japan's modernization. A visit to the museum before exploring Gunkanjima itself will significantly enhance your understanding. Come experience the history of the people who fueled Japan's modernization!

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Basic Information

Address
563 Nomogi-machi, Nagasaki City, Nagasaki Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Nagasaki
Access
Take the Nagasaki Bus and get off at "Undō Kōen-mae" stop. From JR Nagasaki Station, take the Route 30 bus bound for Wakimisaki, Kabashima, or Misakiba. Show route
Op.Hours
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Cld.Days
December 31st - January 1st
Fee
General Admission (15 years old and over) - ¥200 Junior High and Elementary School Students - ¥100
INFO
Photography is prohibited inside the building.
HP
https://nd-park.jp/gunkanjima

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