Top Nagasaki Art & Culture

Take an 8-hour tour of Nagasaki and see the city highlights as you travel around by public transport. With your own private guide, you’ll discover the Nagasaki Peace Park and Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum as well as historic neighborhoods such as Dejima and Oranda-zaka, aka the Dutch Slope. Book for up to ten people, and customise your meeting and drop-off points to suit your group.

Join a Lokafyer guide in Nagasaki on a private walking tour that’s a personalized alternative to traditional tours. Before the walking tour, you’ll connect with the Nagasaki local guide by phone or chat, ensuring the experience is tailored to your interests. It’s a new concept for travel that’s like having a friend to show you around, whether you’re all about shopping or looking for the city’s most authentic restaurants.

Uncover the charms and history of Nagasaki, an important port town in the late 19th century. The city is well known for its exotic mixture of Western, Chinese, and Japanese culture. Cycle around the south area of the city which a mixture of international culture influence remains. This tour starts from Café & Petit Hostel “ROUTE” (15-minute walk from Nagasaki Station). HIGHLIGHTS: Enjoy the cultural charms of Nagasaki and cross into the realm of a mix of Japanese and Western cultures. Witness stories of how Western culture affected Nagasaki. Cycle around the many hills of Nagasaki and enjoy beautiful landscapes. Go around and visit local gems with a local guide. Once you finish, reflect on your tour and think about how the mixture of different cultures generated a new set of values that still survive to this day.

Japan’s fascinating Gunkanjima (Battleship) Island went from being one of its most densely populated areas to an abandoned island. Enjoy a day trip to this island, with a free boat journey and admission fees included. This island can only be reached by boat, so you’ll save time planning your trip by having the transfer organized for you. You’ll have time to explore the island (recognized as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site) before heading back to Nagasaki.

This half-day walking tour of Nagasaki is centered around Teramachi-dori (Temple Street) and Marunouchi Naka-dori Shopping Street. Depart with your guide from Nagasaki Station for Sofukuji Temple and Kofukuji Temple, then explore shops and snack stands and end with a view from Megane-bashi, aka Spectacles Bridge. This small-group tour is limited to 8 people and visits points of interest in Nagasaki you won't find in a guidebook.

Explore Nagasaki with a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual guide! Your guide will help you efficiently enjoy a full-day walking tour of Nagasaki and introduce both modern and traditional sides of this dynamic and ancient Japanese city. Your guide will pick you up in the morning at your hotel in Nagasaki, or anywhere else at your convenience, and take you to visit Nagasaki's famous sites. Along with atomic bombing of Nagasaki during WWII, this city's history features many prominent events. You can learn about this and other interesting aspects during this Half-day walking tour accompanied by your privte guide. Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The Nationally-licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Gunkanjima was used to mine coal during Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution. This digital museum recreates the island during its mining days using digital technology.

Dream Tours Japan was born out of the idea of giving people the feeling of being connected with the destination in every facet of the tour. Whether it be from the on board commentary, insights into daily Japanese life, historical and important information of each attraction, cultural experiences, Japanese food and drink tastings as well as personal opinions and facts about what it is truly life to live as an expat in this weird and wonderful country we call Japan. It is my belief that only a Private Tour consisting of a small numbers of members can create this important connection that will stay with us for the rest of our lives!

The Japanese city of Nagasaki stands as a permanent reminder of the horrors of nuclear bombs and their destructive power. This tour is a powerful journey, a once in a lifetime experience of a dark period of world history that hopefully will never be repeated. Perfectly suited for discovery on foot, our self-guided audio tour allows you to set the pace and explore at your leisure as you uncover the stories of this amazing city. To discover this fascinating city in your own time and at your own pace just download this self-guided audio tour, pop in your headphones, open the map that comes with your download and start walking. On this tour you will see the serenity of Glover Gardens and learn of Nagasaki’s tragic history. This tour will allow you to appreciate the resilience and tenacity of the Nagasaki people and show the beauty of resilience in the face of struggle. Please note that this tour is only available in English.

Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. Nagasaki is famous for its exotic cityscape, influenced by both the Eastern and Western cultures. What is the story behind the Nagasaki Peace Park? How is the peace park-related to WWII? You will have a chance to explore the city while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Why was the atomic bomb dropped on Nagasaki? How did Nagasaki become one of the most visited cities in the world? You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, and corners of Nagasaki. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it! * You will be guided by a local charismatic guide * You will hear the stories and legends of the city * You will visit the charming places

In Fukue island, all what we have is the great nature. So we hope that you can feel blessed by the smell of the ocean. also be amazed by the beautiful art that are made of the contrast of blue and green of this island.

[Especially for those who are interested in craftsmanship and potteries, and shopping it.] Hasamiyaki has been used in people’s daily lives and it has a history of 400 years. The history is exciting and its beauty of everyday things is admired by creators from foreign countries. - In Edo era (1600s-1800s), people in Hasami made efforts to mass produce cheap and functional pottery. After that, pottery became to be liked as 'Kurawanka-wan', which is known as simple and reasonably priced one among ordinary people though pottery was expensive thing. Hasamiyaki was bestseller products in Edo era in Japan. - In this tour,you can learn the Hasamiyaki’s history, the specialization of making pottery in Hasami and the atelier or factories where each professional cooperates with a tour guide. - The guide will show you some ateliers and factories from automated to private in 400-year- history Nakaoyama area. - Especially. Isshingama's design using with planes is worth to see. - Enjoy shopping in Nishinohara, that is popular with stylish women. - Try the onsen, it is famous for the beautification of the skin (beauty ingredients in the water stay on the skin when you leave), in Hasami and enjoy eating local food at night - Stay in the Hotel Bliss Villa Hasami, you can have a cup of matcha (green tea) as a welcome drink.

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. Nagasaki is a city with a wealth of history and romantic places to explore. You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. What is so special about the beautiful Glover Garden? Why is the Garden considered the couple’s favorite spot? What is the most famous historical couple in Japan? Have you heard about the flower paradise in Nagasaki? What is so special about this place called paradise? This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

This private and customizable tour for Kyoto is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.

[Perfect for those who are interested in craftsmanship and learning from artisans experienced in the field of pottery.] "Hasamiyaki has been used in people’s daily lives and it has a history of 400 years. The history is exciting and its beauty of everyday things is admired by creators from foreign countries. - In the Edo era (1600s-1800s), people in Hasami made efforts to mass produce cheap and functional pottery. After that, pottery was used as 'Kurawanka-wan', which is simple and reasonably priced for ordinary people though pottery was previously an expensive thing. Hasamiyaki was one of the bestselling products during the Edo era in Japan. - You will experience casting, that is the fundamental step of making Hasamiyaki, after learning the history of Hasamiyaki and the system of making pottery in Hasami. - The work by the artisan is surprising as if making a plastic model. - You will try painting after slip casting, then get your own pottery delivered to you after the tour.

It is a set that you can spend a wonderful beach time on an island trip! When visiting Goto, it is a quiet beach that can not be removed from the sightseeing plan. I'm going to a cobalt blue beach, so I want to relax and listen to the sound of the waves! I must guess that! At that time, if there is a quick beach set, you can spread the rug on the white sand beach and relax.

Explore Nagasaki with a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual guide! Your guide will help you efficiently enjoy a full-day walking tour of Nagasaki and introduce both modern and traditional sides of this dynamic and ancient Japanese city. Your guide will pick you up in the morning at your hotel in Nagasaki, or anywhere else at your convenience, and take you to visit Nagasaki's famous sites. Along with atomic bombing of Nagasaki during WWII, this city's history features many prominent events. You can learn about this and other interesting aspects during this full-day walking tour accompanied by your privte guide. Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The Nationally-licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

[Perfect for those who are interested in craftsmanship and potteries, and shopping it.] "Hasamiyaki has been used in people’s daily lives and it has a history of 400 years. The history is exciting and its beauty of everyday things is admired by creators from foreign countries. - In Edo era (1600s-1800s), people in Hasami made efforts to mass produce cheap and functional pottery. After that, pottery became to be liked as 'Kurawanka-wan', which is known as simple and reasonably priced one among ordinary people though pottery was expensive thing. Hasamiyaki was bestseller products in Edo era in Japan. - In this tour,you can learn the Hasamiyaki’s history, the specialization of making pottery in Hasami and the atelier or factories where each professional cooperates with a tour guide. - The guide will show you some ateliers and factories from automated to private in 400-year- history Nakaoyama area. - Especially. Isshingama's design using with planes is worth to see. - Enjoy shopping in Nishinohara, that is popular with stylish women.

Nagasaki is a popular area that you can experience exotic cultures everywhere. Long before it became famous as one of Japan's leading tourist destinations, Nagasaki flourished as a "window to Japan" and has been the site of countless historical events. You may realize that Nagasaki has different cultural aspects. The culture in Nagasaki has rooted a mixture of Japanese, Chinese, and Dutch. You will visit the must-see spots in Nagasaki by following its history. You will be touched by the stories of the various people behind Nagasaki's development, such as the suppression of Christianity, and reconstruction after the atomic bombing. Let's go on a journey to retrace the path of Nagasaki!

This private and customizable tour for Kyoto is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.

[Especially for those who are interested in pottery and meals made with local food and shopping pottery] "Hasamiyaki has been used in people’s daily lives and it has a history of 400 years. The history is exciting and its beauty of everyday things is admired by creators from foreign countries. - In Edo era (1600s-1800s), people in Hasami made efforts to mass produce cheap and functional pottery. After that, pottery became to be liked as 'Kurawanka-wan', which is known as simple and reasonably priced one among ordinary people though pottery was expensive thing. Hasamiyaki was bestseller products in Edo era in Japan. - Enjoy the original course with the selected Hasamiyaki cooked by a top-class chef e.g. Italian course by Mr. Takashi Ono (The chef from 'Carne' in Nishinakasu, Fukuoka and a Professional Adviser of Herb) And other chefs from French or Japanese cuisine. - Enjoy shopping in Nishinohara, that is popular with stylish women.