Hinoe Castle Ruins

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Quietly nestled within the peaceful, rolling hills of Minamishimabara City, the "Hinoe Castle Ruins" form a historical sanctuary designated as a National Historic Site, once ruled from the 14th to 17th centuries by the Arima clan, a Christian daimyo family who blossomed highly advanced Christian cultures here. Serving as an important predecessor to the current World Heritage Hara Castle Ruins, precious historical footprints excavated through surveys—such as beautiful European-made ceramics and Christian graveyards—vividly convey the romance of international exchange during the era. Walking along the quiet, rolling green paths while reflecting upon the storms of history allows for a special journey to forget busy daily schedules, deeply satisfying your inner reflection and intellectual curiosity.

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日野江場跡｜長崎県南島原市｜南島原ひまわり観光協会

Minamishimabara Himawari Tourism Association

Hinoe Castle Ruins

Address
Bo-2350 Kitaarimacho, Minamishimabara City, Nagasaki Prefecture
Website
https://oratio.jp/p_resource/hinoejoato
Operator
Hinoie Castle Ruins

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