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Hashima Island (Gunkanjima)
A haunting abandoned coal mining island off Nagasaki that resembles a battleship, now a UNESCO World Heritage site and tourist attraction.
50 km · about 60 min drive
Nagasaki, Japan · Asia
Kawatana sits on the route: 10 minutes from Sonogishukugō, 50km from Hashima Island (Gunkanjima).
Kawatana is a town located in Nagasaki, Japan. With a population of 13,377, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Kawatana sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Kawatana to your route.
Kawatana Station (川棚駅, Kawatana-eki) is a passenger railway station located in the town of Kawatana, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan. It is operated by JR Kyushu.
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Kawatana is located in Nagasaki, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 33.0667 latitude, 129.8667 longitude.
Kawatana has a population of approximately 13,377 people, making it a town in Japan.
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Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.
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A haunting abandoned coal mining island off Nagasaki that resembles a battleship, now a UNESCO World Heritage site and tourist attraction.
50 km · about 60 min drive
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