Nagasaki Prefecture Travel Guide

Seaside time marked by a wooden station building. One of Nagasaki’s most scenic views is right at the station.

A remote island in Nagasaki Prefecture dotted with spectacular scenery shaped by majestic nature and historic sites.

A park featuring a thoughtfully designed promenade-style observation deck, where you can enjoy close-up views of Nagasaki’s nightscape and harbor scenery.

A park renowned for its panoramic views over Nagasaki Port and the city, as well as being a famous spot for Nagasaki’s traditional hata-age (kite flying).

A historic park on the nationally designated historic site of Kushima Castle, colored by cherry blossoms and irises.

A flower park with views of Mt. Heisei-Shinzan, created on developed erosion control land.

A scenic spot known for beautiful spring azaleas covering the hills and islands spreading out below.

A scenic observatory with an exotic atmosphere, where you can look out toward South Korea from this border island.

A beach along Omura Bay where colorful recycled glass sparkles in the sun.

Travel-worthy beauty at this 150-point island chain, bursting with dazzling seascapes and historic World Heritage churches.

A sacred church creating iconic scenery unique to Hirado.

An outdoor exhibition showcasing 12 unique kilns from around the world.

A casual counter-style izakaya where you can savor Nagasaki’s unique bounty from both land and sea.

Savor Nagasaki’s finest flavors through creative, thoughtfully crafted Japanese cuisine.

Enjoy the freshest seafood at a seaside izakaya overlooking Nagasaki Port.

A hands-on dining spot where fresh seafood and vegetables are steamed using the natural hot-spring steam of Obama Onsen.

A yakiniku restaurant specializing in Nagasaki Wagyu, known for its exquisite balance of lean meat and marbling.

A specialty restaurant located in front of Nagasaki Station, serving Nagasaki’s famous Turkish Rice dish.

A specialty restaurant located in front of Nagasaki Station, serving Nagasaki’s famous Turkish Rice dish.

A British-style Meiji Western building on Dejima, now a restaurant.

The restaurant created champon and sara udon dishes.

Artisan Sasebo burgers packed with local flavors, served with a view of the Kujukushima Islands.

Enjoy a leisurely tea time in a Western-style building that has been registered as a tangible cultural property.

Experience the local soul food, "Turkish Rice".

One of the city's largest souvenir shopping spots, filled with Nagasaki's finest specialties.

Directly connected to Nagasaki Station-find CRUZ classics and limited editions.

An entertainment-focused shopping complex symbolized by its Ferris wheel.

A waterfront landmark lined with a wide variety of shops.

Smooth and delicately sweet, this Nagasaki-born pudding is a true local delight.

A multi-purpose complex where you can enjoy dining alongside stunning bay-area scenery that changes its expression throughout the day.

A long-standing establishment in Nagasaki dedicated solely to making Castella, a traditional sponge cake and a local specialty.

A JR Nagasaki Station-connected building bustling with gourmet, souvenir, and shopping options.

An oceanfront retreat that gently colors your time on the island.

A hidden hot spring stay on Iki where you can unwind in thousand-year-old waters and savor blessings from the sea.

A soothing hot spring retreat where you can soak in ocean views from a remote island and relax in an open-air bath.

A hidden retreat hotel at Huis Ten Bosch, set by a lakeside in the forest.

A secluded retreat in a quiet mountain setting, where you can unwind in freshly flowing hot spring waters known for their skin-beautifying qualities.

A villa with a private beach all to yourself in Iki.

A scenic hilltop hotel offering breathtaking views of Nagasaki’s nightscape - one of the “New Three Best Night Views in the World.”

A charming hotel with an exotic atmosphere, perfect as a base for sightseeing.

A hotel with a large public bath that carries on the spirit of a traditional inn and lets you experience Nagasaki’s culture.

A hot spring ryokan that beautifully blends traditional warmth with modern elegance, offering a serene and stylish retreat in the heart of Unzen.

Enjoy the seven-colored flowing waters in the heart of Unzen Onsen town.

The luxury hotel directly run by Huis Ten Bosch.

A major bayside event where excitement blooms on the sea breeze.

Five centuries of tradition, and a giant lantern tower that stirs all five senses.

Evenings at Huis Ten Bosch all alight like a “kingdom of light” across the park grounds.

The dynamic "dedication dances" performed throughout the city are a must-see!

Kameoka Shrine Autumn Festival. Daimyo-gyoretsu (feudal lord's procession) and Hirado Kagura (Shinto music and dance) are dedicated to the god.

The original boat race competition with fiersome athletes.

A significant winter event in Nagasaki is held from January 1 to 15th of the lunar calendar. The city center is beautifully decorated with lanterns.