Sakitsu Church, Gothic Catholic church in Sakitsu Village, Japan
The stone and wooden church features a two-story structure with a pointed tower, combining Japanese architectural elements with European Gothic design principles.
The church stands on the former site of a magistrate's office where Christians underwent persecution, making its construction in 1934 a symbol of religious freedom.
The church interior includes traditional Japanese tatami mat flooring, reflecting the integration of Catholic practices with local Japanese customs and materials.
Located near the harbor, the church requires advance reservations for visits and maintains regular hours from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM throughout the week.
The building structure uses two distinct materials: concrete for the lower sections and wood for the upper parts, due to budget constraints during construction.
Location: Amakusa
Architects: Yosuke Tetsukawa
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Website: https://kyoukaigun.jp/en/visit/sakitsu.php
GPS coordinates: 32.31237,130.02580
Latest update: March 4, 2025 13:54
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