A classic song that sings of Nagasaki: the enduring heart of our hometown

Nagasaki Prefecture, located at the western edge of Kyushu, has the most islands of any prefecture in Japan.

Some of you may feel it often comes up in Japanese history classes.

It’s a region with a rich history, where many elements of Western culture spread throughout Japan via this very gateway.

In this article, I’ve compiled a selection of Japanese songs themed around Nagasaki.

Laying them out side by side, I feel “diverse” is the perfect word—there’s a wide range of genres and tracks represented.

I hope this helps you rediscover the charm of Nagasaki!