Christian Japan

Hidden for centuries. Open to pilgrims today.

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Kuroshima Village & Church

Goto & islandsHidden Christians (1614–1865)UNESCOpartly verified

History

Island resettled by Hidden Christians; Romanesque brick church completed 1902 by Fr. Marmand. UNESCO component.

Getting there

Ferry from Ainoura (Sasebo).

Sources

Coordinates 33.1478, 129.6497 (approximate)