Dutch Slopes

Nagasaki


The gently inclined flagstone streets known as the Dutch Slopes were once lined with wooden Dutch houses. Several buildings here have been beautifully restored and offer glimpses of Japan's early interest in the West. The Japanese name 'Oranda-zaka' comes from the Japanese word for Holland. It's a lovely stroll, and the quiet Ko-shashin-shiryōkan and Maizō-shiryōkan museums showcase the area's history (note that most signage is in Japanese).

Transportation

  • tram: Oura Cathedral

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2. Maizō-shiryōkan

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In the Dutch Slopes area, this museum has archaeological artefacts. The combined admission includes Ko-shashin-shiryōkan.

3. Ko-shashin-shiryōkan

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In the Dutch Slopes, this quiet museum showcases the area's history through historic photographs (note that most signage is in Japanese). The combined…

4. Ōura Cathedral

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This hilltop church, Japan's oldest (1864), is dedicated to the 26 Christians who were crucified in Nagasaki in 1597. The former seminary and bishop's…

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6. Glover Garden

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7. Glover House

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8. Walker House

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