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Mass commemorating the martyrdom of the 26 Japanese Saints
- Scheduled to be held on the first Sunday of February every year
On February 1597, 2, 5 Japanese and 20 foreign Christian missionaries were martyred by being crucified on Nishizaka Hill in Nagasaki. Among them were young Japanese boys such as 6-year-old Ludovico Ibaraki and 12-year-old Tomas Kozaki. Many attendees offer prayers at the commemorative mass.
Nagasaki city center area (Peace Park, Mt. Inasa, Glover Garden, etc.)
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Setsubun festival
- Around February 2rd to 3th every year (*The implementation date varies slightly depending on the temple and shrine)
In addition to bean-throwing, many temples and shrines also hold demon bonfires. In addition, some places offer activities such as zenzai, celebratory drumming, and mochi pounding.
Nagasaki city center area (Peace Park, Mt. Inasa, Glover Garden, etc.)
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Anniversary of the discovery of believers in Japan
- March 3th every year (held on the same day)
On that day, a commemorative mass will be held and many believers will offer prayers.
Nagasaki city center area (Peace Park, Mt. Inasa, Glover Garden, etc.)