Naru Island
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Naru Island (奈留島, Naru-shima) is one of the Gotō Islands in Japan. It is part of the city of Gotō in Nagasaki Prefecture.
The island is home to Egami Church, the Shirotake Observatory, and a ferry port servicing travel to and from Nagasaki.
Naru Island's history has been defined by its fishery, as well as its role in providing sanctuary for the Hidden Christians fleeing Tokugawa persecution. The island has several churches, built by missionaries.
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