Nestled among mountain mists and overlooking the sea, the romantic "Madame Butterfly" cottage awaits...

During Japan’s era of national seclusion, Nagasaki was the country’s only window to the Western world, flourishing as it absorbed foreign culture. Among those who left their mark was Thomas Glover, a Scotsman who traded in Japan and established a trading company that supported young patriots during a time of reform, greatly contributing to Japan’s industrial development. On the hillside sit buildings rich in exotic charm, and along the stone-paved pathways, you can uncover hidden anecdotes and stories. The “Glover Residence,” built in the late Edo period, is Japan’s oldest surviving Western-style wooden building. Inside, personal belongings related to Glover are on display, while the garden outside is lush with flowers and trees, creating an elegant and romantic atmosphere. Interestingly, another reason Glover Garden attracts so many visitors is that Thomas Glover and his wife served as the inspiration for the famous opera Madame Butterfly...Click to see the full introduction to Glover Garden attractions
 

★★★ Extended Reading = Travel with SOLIO:: Cherry Blossoms in Northern Kyushu – JR Rail Pass Free-Style Trip to Glover Garden in Nagasaki



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