The Confucian Temple, the Chinese Museum of Successive Generations
The Confucian Temple, the Chinese Museum of Successive Generations
The Confucian Temple, the Chinese Museum of Successive Generations
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Historic Sites • Civic Centres • History Museums
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9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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The Nagasaki Confucius Temple was built in 1893 (Meiji 26) cooperatively with the Chingk Government and the Chinese Overseas Chinese, and it has been rebuilt after some modification since then. It is the only authentic Chinese style mausoleum in Japan, which has magnificent traditional beauty everywhere in Nomiyama, in Shandong Province, China, in Shandong Province, China. It is also one of the venues of the Lantern Festival, and everyday events are held during the lantern festival and you can enjoy various shows. Also, in a business trip opening, various eating and drinking establishments can be opened from Nagasaki prefecture and enjoy the food of Nagasaki.
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ANParish
Busan, South Korea923 contributions
Jan 2023
This was one of the best places we visited. The temple isn't huge, but it's beautiful though there is a bit of clutter in some places as they were doing some minor construction. There are scores of statues of Confucius's "top students," and you can go inside the shrine and see various relics and equipment used in performances. The museum is behind the temple. It's small and informative, but no pictures are allowed. The best part was that we were treated (unexpectedly) to a "face-off" masked dance (around 3 or 4 minutes long). We were just wandering around when it started. It was wonderful to watch!
Written February 5, 2023
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CatherineBulg
Moscow, Russia164 contributions
Feb 2019 • Friends
Very bright, colorful and beautiful place, so “very-Chinese” that it feels like a theater decor a bit) Statues surrounding the inner court are all different, and look like an assembly of philosophers, solemn and impressive! We visited during the Chinese Lantern Festival and watched a Chinese opera and other performances there, it was an amazing experience!
Written April 28, 2019
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Karinakc
Parkdale, Australia215 contributions
Oct 2019 • Couples
The entrance fee was a bit much (we nearly didn't go in, as same price as Glover Gardens that we had just visited) but loved seeing the statues. Museum had no English translations, but was mostly artifacts so it didn't really matter.
Written October 1, 2019
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60726Nicky_11
McLean, VA129 contributions
Nov 2016 • Solo
If you've never been in a Chinese temple before, maybe your curiosity will draw you to this place. However, there's really not anything here worth viewing. It's been adopted by the People's Republic of China to promote its soft-power campaign tied to spreading (overseas, but not in China, except in a minimalist sense) Confucianism, an ancient hierarchical, patriarchal, regime-supportive doctrine that helps buttress the PRC's claim that democracy and human rights are antithetical to Chinese tradition. The art is OK but better "stuff" can be found in museums world-wide.
Written November 29, 2016
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Bilovestravel
Ahmedabad, India12 contributions
Aug 2019 • Business
Very colourful temple close to the tram station. The lanterns hanging from the ceiling were very colorful and bright. Worth a visit if in this area.
Written August 30, 2019
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Charlotte W
The Hague, The Netherlands11 contributions
Apr 2017 • Couples
Being a Dutchie, I definitely wanted to visit the Dutch quarter in Nagasaki. Didn't intend to visit the Confucian shrine there, but it looked interesting so we hopped in for a visit. Tickets cost 600 yen.
The temple itself is beautiful, with lots of lanterns, dragons, lions and even a pond with a typical high-arched bridge and Koi. Basically everything you expect from an eastern temple. And because there were only a few people, it made for some beautiful pictures.
When buying tickets, you get an English map with a short description of the artifacts present and a few fun assignments for the children (for example: among the statues present, can you find one that looks like your grandfather?). So, absolutely worth a visit, even if it's only for the pictures.
Right behind the temple is an historical museum about China, which is included in the price. They show a lot of beautiful items, kimonos, vases and carvings. There are, however, almost no descriptions in English, only Japanese. So, though interesting, the museum was not very informative.
In short, the temple is definitely worth a visit and you can do a quick round through the museum to see (but not always understand) the beautiful items there.
The temple itself is beautiful, with lots of lanterns, dragons, lions and even a pond with a typical high-arched bridge and Koi. Basically everything you expect from an eastern temple. And because there were only a few people, it made for some beautiful pictures.
When buying tickets, you get an English map with a short description of the artifacts present and a few fun assignments for the children (for example: among the statues present, can you find one that looks like your grandfather?). So, absolutely worth a visit, even if it's only for the pictures.
Right behind the temple is an historical museum about China, which is included in the price. They show a lot of beautiful items, kimonos, vases and carvings. There are, however, almost no descriptions in English, only Japanese. So, though interesting, the museum was not very informative.
In short, the temple is definitely worth a visit and you can do a quick round through the museum to see (but not always understand) the beautiful items there.
Written April 18, 2017
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DavidMMc56
Melbourne, Australia207 contributions
Jun 2014 • Couples
To find this temple we jumped on a number 5 tram and rode it to the end of the line at Ishibashi. A short walk up a narrow street from the tram stop takes you to the front entrance of this temple.
The first thing you notice is the lack of crowds due to the slightly out of the way location, so you have the place almost to yourself as you wander about and admire the ancient statues in rows . Each of the 72 statues are slightly different and they represent the acolytes who served.
The inside of the temple reveals a large Confucian statue partially hidden by a curtain.
This is in the middle of suburban Nagasaki but it could be a thousand miles away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
A chance to reflect, light a candle in memory of those passed and say a silent prayer.
The first thing you notice is the lack of crowds due to the slightly out of the way location, so you have the place almost to yourself as you wander about and admire the ancient statues in rows . Each of the 72 statues are slightly different and they represent the acolytes who served.
The inside of the temple reveals a large Confucian statue partially hidden by a curtain.
This is in the middle of suburban Nagasaki but it could be a thousand miles away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
A chance to reflect, light a candle in memory of those passed and say a silent prayer.
Written July 1, 2014
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mikesierra
Bourne, UK1,995 contributions
Mar 2014 • Friends
Worth a visit if you are really interested in Chinese culture and artefacts. The architecture, whilst beautifully traditional, is of similar design to many other temples. I also felt that it didn't cater well for an English speaking visitor.
Written April 23, 2014
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Juneohzn
Singapore, Singapore46 contributions
Dec 2012 • Family
Confucius shrine features a lot of Confucius students and it filled up almost the whole shrine. There's also a small area in the middle where you can pray if you want and make some wishes to pass your exam.
There's a small table at the side where the shrine provides some paper and a writing brush to do some writing (confucius' belief).
The museum of Chinese history is located just behind the shrine itself and taking a walk in the museum gives you some insights about the temple in China during the early days.
There's a small table at the side where the shrine provides some paper and a writing brush to do some writing (confucius' belief).
The museum of Chinese history is located just behind the shrine itself and taking a walk in the museum gives you some insights about the temple in China during the early days.
Written January 4, 2013
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petertaylor57
Auckland Central, New Zealand342 contributions
Nov 2022
Looks pretty new and very Chinese as many Chinese live in Nagasaki.
Statues of the sages and a good museum to back it up. Again, very slanted towards the glory of the Chinese peoples.
Statues of the sages and a good museum to back it up. Again, very slanted towards the glory of the Chinese peoples.
Written November 27, 2022
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