Takashima

What it is

• An island off the Nagasaki Peninsula developed for coal mining by Thomas Glover.
• A site of industrial heritage where the coal mine operated until November 1986.
• A small island community now known for greenhouse tomato cultivation.

What to see

• The Hokkei Well Shaft which is a designated UNESCO World Heritage site.
• The Nagasaki City Takashima Coal Museum documenting the island's mining history.
• Mount Gongen which serves as the highest peak at 114 meters.
• Greenhouses used for the local cultivation of tomatoes.

Getting there

• High-speed boats reach the island from Nagasaki Port in 35 minutes.
• The Nagasaki City Community Bus provides transportation once you arrive on the island.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.