Nagasaki's Special Night View
One reason Nagasaki garners attention from around the world is the ability to enjoy "special night views" through innovative ideas not found in other cities. A must-see at least once in a lifetime. Enjoy the world's first "Night View Lights" with the night view production "Nagasaki: A Story of Stars".
A Story of the Stars: Nagasaki Constellation
The night view of Nagasaki was awarded the titles of one of the "World's New Three Most Spectacular Night Views" and one of "Japan's New Three Most Spectacular Night Views." The beautiful night view from the port is like a starry sky, which is unique worldwide. Within this starry sky, "constellations" and "hearts" that reflect Nagasaki's history and culture appear. It is the magic of lights created by the world’s first “night view lights” that create the constellations and hearts. Depending on the season, time, and events, you can experience the changing night view.
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- The Heart Display (Nishizaka)
- The heart is displayed using the street lights of the sloped land just above St. Philip’s Church (Nishizaka Church). The image appears so clearly that you’ll exclaim aloud when you find it. The color changes with the seasons, and you’ll feel immersed in a comforting sense of love.
- The Constellation Display (Kazagashira)
- The various constellations displayed here change to suit seasonal colors and local Nagasaki events. In addition to the symbol of peace Columba (the dove), less familiar constellations such as Pyxis and Sextans will make more sense after you read the explanations posted nearby. These constellations complement the starry sky that is Nagasaki’s night view.
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- The Constellation Display (Mizunoura)
- Also known as the “Crane Port,” Nagasaki is a port city, and, as such, this display features constellations such as the Big Dipper and the Southern Cross which act as important guides during sea voyages. The mountain surface around Mt. Inasa also has many dark areas, and so this display shines symbolically together with the illuminated Giant Cantilever Crane.
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Mt. Inasa Park Observation Platform
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Mt. Nabekanmuri Park
