Glover Garden: A Window to Nagasaki's International Past
Step back in time at Glover Garden, Nagasaki's open-air museum showcasing Western-style mansions and offering stunning harbor views.
Glover Garden is an open-air museum in Nagasaki, Japan, showcasing mansions of former foreign residents and offering stunning views of the city and harbor. It provides a glimpse into the lives of Western merchants who contributed to Japan's modernization during the Meiji Restoration.
A brief summary to Glover Garden
- 8-1 Minamiyamatemachi, Nagasaki, Minamiyamatemachi, Nagasaki, 850-0931, JP
- +8195-822-8223
- Visit website
Local tips
- Take Tram Line #5 to Ouratenshudo stop, a 5-minute walk to Glover Garden, next to Oura Catholic Church.
- Visit Glover Garden during the evening for night admission and aim for the Magic Hour, 30 minutes before sunset, for the best lighting.
- Explore the Glover Residence, the oldest Western-style wooden building in Japan, and other relocated Western-style homes.
- Enjoy panoramic views of Nagasaki harbor and the city from the garden's hillside location.
- Look for the heart-shaped stones in the garden paths, said to bring good luck.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Nagasaki Station, take Tram Line 5 towards Ouratenshudo. Get off at the Ouratenshudo-shita stop. The entrance to Glover Garden is a 5-minute walk from the tram stop, located next to Oura Catholic Church. Tram fare is approximately ¥130.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available from Nagasaki Station or the city center. A taxi ride to Glover Garden will take approximately 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic. The estimated fare is ¥1,500 - ¥2,000. Ask the driver to drop you off at the Glover Garden entrance near Oura Catholic Church.
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Walking
If you are near Oura Catholic Church, the entrance to Glover Garden is a short walk uphill. Follow the signs and the street leading up the hill. Note that Glover Street has a slope, so be careful if you are using a wheelchair.
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