Nagasaki Prefecture
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Region / Subdivision
Summary
Nagasaki Prefecture is located on the island of Kyushu and includes numerous islands like Tsushima and Iki. It served as the primary gateway for European trade and Christian influence during the Sakoku period. The region is home to UNESCO-listed Hidden Christian Sites.
Statistics
Area
4,105.47 km²
Population
1,307,309