Shimabara, Coastal castle town in Shimabara Peninsula, Japan.
Located at the northeastern edge of Shimabara Peninsula, the city encompasses an area of 170 square kilometers between Mount Unzen and Ariake Bay.
During the Edo period, Shimabara Castle served as the capital of Shimabara Domain until 1637 when a major rebellion occurred due to excessive taxation.
The preserved samurai residences, including the Torita residence from 1669, display the traditional architecture and daily life of lower-ranking warrior families.
The city connects to Nagasaki through a two-hour train journey, requiring a transfer at Isahaya station to the Shimabara railway line.
Mount Unzen created the peninsula through volcanic activity, leading to the establishment of Japan's first national park and UNESCO Global Geopark in this region.
Location: Nagasaki Prefecture
Inception: April 1, 1940
Shares border with: Unzen, Minamishimabara
Website: https://city.shimabara.lg.jp
GPS coordinates: 32.78814,130.37025
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:41
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