World Heritage Churches of the Goto Islands

The Goto Islands have multiple churches that are constituent assets of the World Heritage site 'Hidden Christian-Related Heritage Sites of Nagasaki and the Amakusa Region.' Kashira-shima Cathedral is a rare stone church throughout the country, with a distinctive appearance built from sandstone quarried from nearby coasts. Small churches like the former Gorinto Church Hall and Egami Cathedral stand quietly in remote islands, conveying the history of Hidden Christians who maintained their faith over 250 years to the present day. It is a memorable journey where visiting churches blends with beautiful seascapes.