Hirado is a city located in Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 June 2024, the city had an estimated population of 28,172, and a population density of 120 people per km2. The total area of the city is 235.12 km2 (90.78 sq mi).
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Historically, Hirado had been an important port city and a gateway for foreign trade between Japan and Europe, especially during the 16th–17th centuries. Its rich history blends samurai culture, foreign influence, and maritime trade. Today, Hirado is also recognized for its role in Japan's early international connections, as part of the broader UNESCO World Heritage Sites related to Hidden Christian Sites in the Nagasaki Region.
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Towns around Hirado
- Matsuura14 km E
- Sasebo27 km SE
- Imarichō-kō32 km E
- Arita38 km SE
- Karatsu40 km E
- Saikai44 km S
- Takeo48 km SE
- Iki49 km N
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