Nagasaki appeared at the end of the XVI century as a small port village, then became a city that in the next two and a half centuries was the only port open to international trade. By the end of the XVII century Nagasaki became one of Japan's largest missionary centers, and now it is home to the largest Christian community in the country.

These and other facts from the history of the town can be found by visiting the Museum of History and Culture Nagasaki. It was opened in 2005 in the former residence of the control of Nagasaki. This building belongs to the buildings of the medieval period, it has undergone a complete renovation. During the Second World War, this building was the headquarters of the air defense of Nagasaki. In the air-raid shelter, which was located in the western part of the building at the time of the atomic bombing of the townspeople sought refuge.

The museum's collection includes 48,000 items, including documents, works of arts and crafts, as well as items brought to Japan by foreign traders. Exposition of the museum largely devoted to the topic of international relations and contacts with other countries Japan during its isolation, covering the XVII to XIX century. In particular, the permanent exhibition presents the exhibits brought from Holland, China and Korea. In the museum you can also get an idea of ​​the so-called culture or culture Nanban "southern barbarians" - immigrants from Portugal and Spain. Also part of the museum's collection is devoted to the introduction and spread of Christianity.

The space of the museum is divided into three parts, one of them is assigned to the subject and contains the Nagasaki Magistrate reconstruction of the life of the officials of the Middle Ages. The other two parts are devoted to the historical culture and modern life Nagasaki - on the place of the city in the country's economy and public spheres is a leader.