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  Nyokodo, where Dr. Takashi Nagai lived

  A place that continues to spread eternal peace and love for neighbors

  Nyokodo is Dr. Takashi Nagai's hospital room and study. This building was built for him by the people of Urakami, who were left penniless by the atomic bombing. I lived with them.
  An incense stand and a bookshelf were installed on the north wall, and a bed two feet wide and six feet long was placed underneath, and the bedridden doctor is said to have been inspired to write. The themes of Dr. Takashi Nagai's book are the atomic bomb, humans, love, and peace...
  All of these works are full of messages that the doctor himself wished to pass on to future generations based on his own experiences. Among them, ``The Bell of Nagasaki'' and ``Leave this Child Behind'' are among the most famous.
  Today, Nyoko-do has become a symbol of Dr. Takashi Nagai's spirit of eternal peace and love of neighbor, which has been passed down to many people.

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  Mrs. Midori's belongings, rosary

  Dr. Takashi Nagai's life and message

  At the memorial hall next to Nyokodo, you can learn about Dr. Takashi Nagai's life, spirit, and prayers for peace through various exhibits. The rosary next to Mrs. Midori's corpse.
  The coral rosary with the cross of Mrs. Midori, who was burnt by the atomic bomb, as described in her book ``Rosary Chains'', shows the bond between the doctor and Mrs. Midori as well as the threat of the atomic bomb.
  In addition, in the video viewing corner, you can watch four types of videos, each approximately 4 minutes long, including ``The Life of Dr. Takashi Nagai,'' ``The Atomic Bomb and Medical Activities,'' ``Medicine and Faith,'' and ``Praying for Peace.''
  By viewing these videos, you will be able to feel closer to what the doctor went through and receive the message more directly.
  I want you to live strong even when you are lonely or sad... First editions of these books are on display in the museum, including the suicide note ``Leave this child behind,'' which was written by my father, who was critically ill and was lying in bed, with his heartfelt condolences. Books translated into foreign languages ​​are also on display.

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  Nyokodo is the ruins of the Chokata mansion from the Hidden Christian era.

  Nyoko-do is located on the site of the former residence of Chokata, a leader from the Hidden Christian era.
  In 18, Tokugawa Ieyasu issued a ban on Christianity, missionaries were exiled, and all churches were destroyed. At that time, there were approximately 1614 Christians in the Nagasaki region, but for approximately 5 years they continued to hide out, masquerading as Buddhists, without making any armed resistance.
  Chokata is a mutual aid organization that works to maintain and pass down doctrines and rituals without the help of priests. ), Furegashira (Mizukata - the role of baptizing), and Listener (Kikiyaku - the role of assisting Mizukata and informing each household about the daily schedule etc.). That's it. Chokata kept a diary (church calendar), which listed holidays and church events, and passed down prayers and doctrine.
  The first chagata was Magoemon, who inherited it from generation to generation, continuing for seven generations until 3, when Migil Kichizo was arrested for the Urakami Sanban Kusuru. It is said that Dr. Takashi Nagai's wife, Mrs. Midori, is the great-granddaughter of Migil Kichizo.