is a town located in Higashisonogi District, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan. As of October 31, 2022, the town has an estimated population of 7,569 and a density of 110 persons per km². The total area is 74.29 km². Geography Surrounding municipalities Nagasaki Prefecture Kawatana Ōmura Saga Prefecture Ureshino History Historical records date back to before the 16th century. This was the crossing point for the 26 Kirishitan martyrs as they boarded some boats at this location and continued across the bay to Nagasaki where they were crucified as an example to all who practiced the Christian faith. Economy The industry in the town includes construction, lumber, stone/rock forming, various agriculture and most famously, Japanese green tea. Education There is one junior high school, named Higashisonogi (東彼杵中学校, Higashisonogi Chūgakkō) . There are also two elementary schools in Higashisonogi, also named Sonogi and Chiwata. Transportation Located at the intersection of Routes 34 and 205, on the edge of Ōmura Bay, Higashisonogi has a convenient access to trains, buses, highway and has a port as well. Train JR Kyushu Ōmura Line: Sonogi - Chiwata Highways Nagasaki Expressway West Nippon Expressway Company: Higashisonogi Toll Japan national routes Route 34 Route 205 References External links Higashisonogi official website Towns in Nagasaki Prefecture