Kyushu, the southern most island of the Japan chain.
Nagasaki view from up above. It was one of the main port cities with people from all over working here.
Peace Memorial park- this statue has significant meaning.
In Hakata
Japanese garden in Hakata (formerly known as Fukuoka)
JR Hatata Station at Christmas
Inside the Atomic Bomb Museum in Nagasaki- walking down to the museum
Pope Francis visited Nagasaki and the Atomic Bomb Museum a month prior.
Atomic bomb memorial park
Near the center where the A-bomb hit Nagasaki
Beautiful Nagasaki Peace Memorial Park
Nagasaki Peace Memorial Park and the 9.7 meter Peace statue symbolizing the citizens of Nagasaki wish for peace. The statue is a symbol of divine love and mercy of buddha.
Another view of the peace park
Spectacle bridge- one of the oldest stone bridge in Japan
Nagasaki at night from our Ryokan
Gorgeous view of Nagasaki's port from above.
Our Ryokan on the hill in Nagasaki, very traditional and amazing service and food.
Marine World- a short ride from Hakata and a great place to explore Japanese sealife.
View of Hakata across the bay from Marine World.
At Marine World outside Hakata- reminds me of Hawaii, tropical.
Ryokan in Nagasaki- very large and relaxing
Japanese garden in Hakata city
even though it looked sunny and warm at Marine World, they provide heated seats while outside watching the Dolphin show.