All Nagasaki Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 4

Begin your journey at Sasebo’s historic port area, where you can enjoy views of the harbor, naval vessels, and surrounding islands. Next, explore the lively Sasebo Yonkacho Shopping Arcade, a covered street filled with local shops, cafés, and snack stalls. This area reflects Sasebo’s warm community feel and unique mix of Japanese and American culture, thanks to the nearby U.S. naval base. No visit to Sasebo is complete without trying the famous Sasebo Burger, a local specialty created through cross-cultural fusion—custom-made, juicy, and utterly satisfying. Pair it with a visit to a local park like Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort, where you can take a short cruise through the beautiful "99 Islands" or just relax by the waterfront. Round off your tour with a peaceful walk at Tenkaiho Observatory, offering panoramic views of the island-dotted sea and sunset (weather permitting).

While there’s no guarantee that you’ll be able to visit Gunkanjima island, which was a coal mine during Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution, you can ensure you learn about its history with a ticket to this digital museum in Nagasaki. See recreations of the island from its mining days. The visit can prepare you for the island tour or act as a standalone attraction if you’re short on time.

Terraced rice fields spread out against the spectacular backdrop of the Kujuku Islands. This is where your own special culinary experience begins. In cooperation with local farmers, a restaurant will be opened for that day only. A special farmhouse lunch using plenty of fresh local produce. The dishes, served on handmade bamboo plates, look and taste exceptional. Visitors can experience traditional cooking methods such as cooking rice in a wood-fired kamado and making kappo chicken steamed in a bamboo bowl. A precious experience that can only be had here, savoured with all five senses. Enjoy yourself to your heart’s content in the beautiful natural surroundings. Families are also welcome. Why not forget your everyday life and refresh your body and mind? This is also a great outdoor experience for children, so please bring the whole family.

More of a night owl than a day bird? Prefer to avoid the summer sun? Bit busy in the daytime but still want to see the city? Don't worry, we have you covered. Come on a captivating tour that blends history and local flavors, showing the charms of this beautiful and historic city. Travel around the city with your native English speaking local resident guide, on a journey that takes you past or through iconic landmarks such as Oura Cathedral, and the site of the 26 Martyrs. Experience the atmosphere of Chinatown and the significance of the atomic bombing epicenter. Ascend Mt Inasa for stunning views, and enjoy a taste of local cuisine along with a drink or two. Tailored to your schedule, this tour runs from 7 PM to midnight, offering flexibility for early or late starts and finishes. Reach out if you have any questions at all or want to make last minute bookings through this platform or by e-mail or WhatsApp. We are looking forward to showing you some of the charms of Nagasaki.

Want to experience real local life in Nagasaki? Join me on a walking tour through hidden hillside neighborhoods that are hard to explore without a local guide. In about 3 hours, we’ll visit: • Hillside Neighborhood – stroll through a unique hillside residential area where I actually live • Suwa Shrine – one of the most important shrines in the city • Nakadori Shopping Street – a charming street with over 400 years of history I’ll even invite you into my 60-year-old home on the hillside, where you can enjoy a truly local perspective. Nagasaki is known as the “City of Slopes,” with houses built along the mountainsides, creating a one-of-a-kind landscape and lifestyle. Come discover the real, everyday Nagasaki with me! Important: This tour includes stairs (mostly downhill, some uphill), so it’s best for those comfortable with walking.

An immersive cultural experience and memorable encounter with local traditions. First, you will go fishing with a local dad at one of Ojika's fishing spots and then help his wife in the kitchen at their cozy home. The best part is that you get to share a dinner with your hosts, full of local delicacies, stories, and laughter. The evening spent with a local family will leave you with a full belly and a warm heart. This experience can be enjoyed greatly by any kind of traveler: solo, friends, couples, and families.

The field for the experience is a terraced rice field. The bay overlooking Kujuku Islands spreads out before your eyes, creating a special space where you can feel all the mountains, sea and satoyama of Japan. Local rice farmers will guide you on a walk through terraced rice fields, where the original landscape of the Japanese countryside has been preserved. In addition to the methods and history of Japanese rice cultivation, the tour also includes the history and lifestyle customs of the area.

An immersive cultural experience and memorable encounter with local cuisine. The dishes chosen for this dinner`s menu are relatively easy to prepare so you can try making them once back home. An amazing souvenir to bring back with you from Ojika Island! This experience can be enjoyed greatly by any kind of traveler: solo, friends, couples, and families.

On this guided tour we will take our guests on an exploratory walk around Ojika's downtown. We will visit some shops in search of local produce and local specialties, go see bonito being smoked, visit an old letterpress studio as well as a fishing port. On our way, we will talk Ojika's history and see some curious sights hidden from a tourist's eye. The goal of this tour is to familiarize our guests with the neighborhood they will be staying in so they can get the most out of their stay in Ojika.

In the heart of Nagasaki, discover the nuances of sushi-making during a 90-minute immersive class led by a professional sushi chef at Wakaran. This hands-on experience invites you to use premium local fish, crafting delicious nigiri sushi while soaking in the serene ambiance of a traditional Japanese setting. After honing your skills, enjoy tasting your creations alongside a slice of signature Castella cake and award-winning Sonogi green tea. For those looking to enhance their culinary journey, optional sake tastings are available, offering a deep dive into Japan’s rich beverage culture.

We wanted to make beach clean-up a bit more fun and adventurous. So we took our popular activity: sea kayaking, and gave it more purpose. Guests will kayal to a remote beach and give it much-needed makeover. All participants will also receive our original handmade beach clean-up kit. An amazing souvenir from Ojika Island.

• An immersive experience that allows you to enjoy the cultural and natural background with all five senses, centered around doburoku, a traditional sake • At Dejima Hosendo, the entire process of making authentic "Ginjo sake" is carried out solely by the hands of the brewers, combining the best techniques they have refined in the sake brewery • A two-hour experience that awakens the five senses—sight, touch, hearing, smell, and taste—at the counter bar • Explore the story of rice cultivation in Japan and its transformation into sake • At the brewer's invitation, you can compare the different flavors of doburoku, made by using various brewing methods, in special sake cups • The proprietress's homemade dishes are served for the pairing with the drinks during the tasting • Souvenirs of doburoku and sake cups are included • The experience takes place at Dejima in Nagasaki that place is as a symbol of cultural exchange • Convenient access to the brewery as it's located in an urban area

Learn and experience one of Nagasaki’s most spectacular traditions: the Dragon Dance (Ja-Odori). This lively activity, rooted in Chinese-influenced festival culture, has thrilled locals for generations, bringing good luck and joyous celebration. Using a smaller, 4-person dragon (a more manageable version of the traditional 10-person dragon), you’ll feel the dragon’s energy as you make it coils and twists, crawl under it, and quest for the golden ball. Move with the recorded beat of drums and gongs and experience the festival spirit up close. Our friendly instructors will guide you every step of the way, so even first-timers can join in the fun. Highlights: • An introductory lecture on the history of Dragon Dance • Practice Dragon Dance performance with an instructor using 4-person dragon • Perform your Dragon Dance in Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown (Includes vest rental, up to approximately size 2L) • Feel free to take photos and videos with your phones or/and cameras.

Dejima is a museum that has restored Edo period buildings and gardens. After changing into a Kimomo at the Kimomo rental shop inside the museum,you will tour Dejima with a photographer. You will take photos that will look great I’m your Kimomo Ivarious traditional situation. You will also pose using umbrellas and fans. The photos sill be sent to you as degital files on internet.

This isn't your typical sightseeing tour - it's a hands-on journey into the heart of local life. - Ride the charming streetcar like a local - Discover hidden gems in a traditional shopping street - Step into a real dojo and learn karate from a local instructor - with a uniform provided! Whether you're a culture lover, martial arts fan, or simply looking for something different, this experience brings you face-to-face with the real spirit of Nagasaki.

Join an Aikido class and explore a hidden Shinto shrine in Nagasaki. A rare cultural and spiritual experience.

Explore Nagasaki, the NY Times’ top 2026 destination. This private tour unveils a powerful story of "Resilience," from iconic ruins to World Heritage sites. Savor local traditions at NYT-featured cafes and 400-year-old shops. Discover Nagasaki’s soul through a deep, comfortable, and expert-led journey from history to hope. Discover Nagasaki’s profound history and enduring spirit on this 6-hour private tour. Visit key landmarks such as Peace Park, the Atomic Bomb Museum, and the World Heritage–listed Glover Garden, gaining insight into the city’s past and its path toward peace. Take a relaxing break at the retro Coffee Fujio, then enjoy a tasting of Nagasaki’s famous castella cake at Fukusaya, a shop with over 400 years of tradition. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide and traveling by private vehicle, this tour provides a thoughtful, comfortable, and in-depth exploration of Nagasaki’s story of remembrance and hope.

Immerse yourself in the flavors of Japan—and enjoy an accessible, family-friendly introduction to several popular dishes—during this two-in-one cooking class and tour. First, led by a local chef, learn how to make onigiri rice balls and tonjiru soup step by step. As this is a small-group class you’re guaranteed hands-on instruction along the way. After savoring your dishes together, enjoy a cultural experience on a guided Tokyo grocery store visit.

Unlike typical sushi classes, this experience not only teaches you how to make delicious sushi from scratch, but also takes you on a guided shopping tour afterward. You can purchase ingredients and essential tools used in the class-so you can confidently recreate authentic sushi at home. You'll learn directly from an experienced sushi chef, enjoy personalized guidance in English, and even have photos taken to capture your experience. With interpretation included, it's accessible and enjoyable for travelers of all backgrounds.

Bring a piece of Tokyo back home with you by learning how to make authentic ramen and gyoza. Learn and practice different cooking techniques under the guidance of a host who has culinary school training. Get tips on improving your dishes that you can easily incorporate at home. Whether you're comfortable in the kitchen or a total beginner, the small class size ensures face time with your teacher.

With the help of your host, you'll experience the unique and eco-friendly way of cooking, "natural steaming, " while learning about local life in Japan. As part of this this class, you will visit an organinc farmer's market and fish market, choose local ingredients and use onsen steam pods to make noodle dishes. This is almost the only place in Japan where you can use hot spring water for cooking. Vegetarians and Vegans are welcome. Please let me know in advance if you have any dietary restrictions. After the class, you can take a hot spring bath in a ryokan where this class is held at if you want! Get ready for a special and local experience!!

Start your time in Tokyo without the stress of navigating an unfamiliar transportation system after a long flight. This private transfer provides direct, door-to-door service from Narita Airport to your accommodation, with luggage assistance and an English-speaking driver. Reach your destination comfortably and efficiently.

Explore Nagasaki City and the Shimabara Peninsula at your own pace–and take the guesswork out of sightseeing–on this private, full-day tour led by your driver-guide with lunch and drinks included. Whether you discover highlights like Shimabara Castle and the Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum or go off the beaten track to explore places that most visitors overlook, this tour can be fully customized to your passions and hobbies.

Don’t let a stressful transfer from the airport become the thing that ruins your vacation. Instead, let a professional private driver whisk you straight from Haneda Airport to Yokohama Port. Let your driver be the one to deal with the annoyances of Tokyo traffic while you simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the drive.