Former Nokubi Church, Catholic church building on Nozaki Island, Japan
The former Nokubi Church stands on a hill overlooking the settlement, constructed with red bricks in a Gothic architectural style.
In 1908, architect Yosuke Tetsukawa designed and built this church for 17 households of former Hidden Christians who settled on Nozaki Island.
The church represents the transformation of Japanese religious architecture from traditional wooden structures to Western-style brick buildings in the early 20th century.
Visitors can reach the church by taking a 35-minute municipal ferry from Ojika Port to Nozaki Port, followed by a 20-minute walk.
This church holds the distinction of being Japan's first brick-built Catholic church, maintaining its original form despite the island becoming uninhabited.
Location: Ojika
Inception: 1908
Architects: Yosuke Tetsukawa
GPS coordinates: 33.18731,129.12967
Latest update: March 3, 2025 22:54
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