Nagasaki · History · English
Stories of Nagasaki,
shared in English.
A calm English salon for curious adults. Explore the people, places, and memories that have connected Nagasaki with the wider world.
Explore the story libraryAbout Yamaboshi
Yamaboshi is a monthly English class in Nagasaki built around stories from the city’s history.
I’m James Powers. I’ve lived in Nagasaki for more than twenty years, and I still keep finding people, places, and stories I had never heard of. That curiosity is a big part of this project.
The class uses short historical stories as a starting point for vocabulary, discussion, and speaking practice. The goal is not to memorize a script. It is to learn the story, understand the language, and then tell it in your own words.
The stories on this site are also here for anyone who wants to explore Nagasaki and practice English along the way.
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