This Catholic church was built in 1952 to commemorate 400 years since the coming of Missionary Xavier to Japan. The innovative design, with two 53m towers and a triangular pyramid roof covering the whole building, was all built with the themes of "water," "light," and "tabernacle tent." Inside the chapel, there are many stained glass windows, and a pipe organ has been installed. The sound of the bell ringing to announce every hour is a famous feature of the church.
Photograph provided by Nagasaki Prefecture Convention and Tourism Association
- Spot Name
- Francis Xavier Memorial Church
- Postal Code
- 〒859-5152
- Address
- 259-1 Kagamigawa-cho, Hirado City
- Telephone Number
- 0950-22-4111
- Official URL
- https://www.nagasaki-tabinet.com/junrei/359/
- Keywords
- Art & Architecture