Twenty Six Martyrs Monument
Dedicated to 26 Christians that were executed
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The Twenty Six Martyrs Monument and adjacent museum (“ñ\˜Z¹l‹L”OŠÙ, Nijūroku Seijin Kinenkan) in Nagasaki are dedicated to the twenty six Christians who were executed here on February 5, 1597. They included both foreign missionaries and Japanese laymen. Missionary activities were prohibited at the time, and Japan's ruler Toyotomi Hideyoshi staged the execution as a warning.
The monument is located in a small park on a hill not far from Nagasaki Station and offers nice views over the city. A straight red line runs from the monument across the park's plaza in the direction of the Oura Church on the opposite side of the city. Oura Church is also dedicated to the 26 martyrs.
The museum behind the monument is devoted to the memory of the martyrs and to Christianity in Japan in general. Its interior is reminiscent of a church with stained-glass windows, making for atmospheric viewing of the exhibits. On display are artifacts related to Christianity in Japan, including old documents, statues and jewelry. Explanations of many of the pieces are in English.
Getting there and around
The Twenty Six Martyrs Monument and museum are located up a steep hill, a ten minute walk from Nagasaki Station.
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Hours and Fees
Twenty Six Martyrs Museum
Hours
9:00 to 17:00
Closed
December 31 to January 2
Admission
500 yen
Typical Visit Duration
15-30 minutes
English
Good
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