Nagasaki Suggested History Walk

This historical walk covers much of the history related to the influence of foreigners on Nagasaki. It starts at the Nagasaki Museum of History and Culture where visitors can get a basic understanding if they don't have it yet, and then visits important sites related to the various elements of the city's history, including the two former districts reserved for foreigners, Chinatown and Dejima, and finally the residential areas of the Western traders around the Dutch Slope and Glover Garden.

Start

Start at the Nagasaki Museum of History and Culture

Nagasaki Museum of History and Culture

Well-done museum about the history of Nagasaki 1 hour

This modern and well-executed museum is a great place to learn the basics of Nagasaki's history. Largely focusing on the city's history as a center of trade, its large permanent exhibition is divided into sections dedicated to major historical trade partners - China, Korea and the Netherlands.

Walk

10 minutes

Kofukuji Temple

Buddhist temple in the Teramachi district 20 minutes

The oldest of the Chinese-founded temples in the city, Kofukuji was founded in 1620. It is the birthplace of the Obaku school of Zen Buddhism in Japan, and shows a strong Chinese influence in its architecture.

Walk

5 minutes

Meganebashi Bridge

Elegant bridge in central Nagasaki 5 minutes

Originally built in 1634, the Meganebashi Bridge is the most remarkable of several stone bridges spanning the Nakashima River. Its name describes the two circles created by the bridge and its reflection, resembling a pair of spectacles.

Walk

10 minutes

Dejima

Former district reserved for Dutch traders 1 hour

Originally a man-made island in the Nagasaki port, Dejima was where Dutch traders were confined to during Japan's two centuries of isolation. Now absorbed by land reclamation, the district offers a number of historical buildings, including residences and warehouses.

Walk

5 minutes

Chinatown

Shinchi, Nagasaki's Chinatown 20-30 minutes

The oldest of three Chinatowns in Japan, Nagasaki's Chinatown covers most of a single city block and is packed with Chinese shops and restaurants. The area has four gates to the north, south, east and west, each decorated in red lacquer and a figure from Chinese legend.

Walk

5 minutes

Tojin Yashiki

Atmospheric neighborhood with some attractive Chinese-style architecture 30-45 minutes

Now a quiet residential area, this was formerly the site of a compound where Chinese merchants were required to live during the Edo Period. A number of homes and small temples showing Chinese influence make it a pleasant area for a stroll.

Walk

10 minutes

Dutch Slope

Pleasant area along a slope, with several European-style mansions 10-30 minutes

After Nagasaki Port was opened to foreign traders in 1859, many wealthy merchants from overseas built attractive residences in the European style along this long uphill road. A few of the buildings remain and are open to the public as cafes and museums.

Walk

5 minutes

Nagasaki Confucius Shrine

Shrine dedicated to Confucius 30 minutes

Built by Nagasaki's Chinese immigrant community in 1863, this shrine is one of just a handful in Japan dedicated to the philosopher Confucius. Inside the entrance is a small garden with a pond, statues of 72 disciples and a richly decorated main hall housing a statue of Confucius himself. At the rear of the complex is a museum dedicated to relations between China and Japan.

Walk

10 minutes

Oura Church

Japan's most famous Christian church 30 minutes

Built in 1864 in an attractive European style, the Oura Church honors the 26 Christian Martyrs and is considered the oldest standing church in Japan. To the right of the church is a museum with artifacts and old documents relating to Christianity in Japan

Walk

5 minutes

Glover Garden

Open air park exhibiting Western mansions 1-2 hours

Located at the top of Glover Hill with views of the Nagasaki Harbor, Glover Garden is an open-air museum containing several former merchant residences, most importantly that of the Scottish industrialist Thomas Glover.

Finish

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- Nagasaki Kagamiya
  Budget-friendly
  
  Nagasaki Kagamiya offers dorm beds and private Japanese rooms, a 5-minute walk from Hotarujaya Tram Station. It features a garden and a cosy shared lounge with free WiFi and a free-use internet pc. Ladies’ kimono rentals are available. Private rooms have a tatami (woven-straw) floor, on which guests sleep in traditional futon bedding. Shared dormitory rooms come with bunk beds. Toilets and bathrooms are shared.
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- Nisshokan Bettei Koyotei
  Luxury
  
  Nisshokan Bettei Koyotei is located in the Nagasaki Area, a 10-minute drive from Nagasaki Peace Park. Featuring views of the beautiful Nagasaki, it offers a public bath and free parking. Bettei Koyotei Nisshokan is a 15-minute drive from Glover Garden. JR Nagasaki Train Station is a 5-minute drive from the hotel, and a free shuttle is provided. The Japanese-style guestrooms offer both air-conditioning and heating facilities, and an en suite bathroom. Each room is equipped with a fridge, tea/coffee making facilities and a TV with cable channels. Guests can take a relaxing bath while enjoying the views of Nagasaki. There is a gift shop on-site. A Japanese breakfast set can be enjoyed in rooms. Drinks can be purchased from the vending machine on-site.
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- Hilton Nagasaki
  Luxury
  
  Located 400 metres from Nagasaki Station, Hilton Nagasaki offers 5-star accommodation in Nagasaki and features a fitness centre, a restaurant and a bar. Featuring a spa and wellness centre, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 500 metres from 26 Martyrs Museum and around less than 1 km from Fukusaiji Temple. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.3 km from Nagasaki Museum of History. All units will provide guests with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV. A buffet breakfast is available daily at the hotel. Languages spoken at the reception include English and Japanese. Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum is 2.5 km from Hilton Nagasaki, while Peace Park is 3.1 km away. The nearest airport is Nagasaki Airport, 39 km from the accommodation.
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- Dormy Inn Premium Nagasaki Ekimae
  Luxury
  
  Dormy Inn Premium Nagasaki Ekimae is set in Nagasaki, 3 km from Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum and 3.6 km from Peace Park. With a restaurant, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. Private parking is available on site. At the hotel, every room is equipped with a desk and a flat-screen TV. At Dormy Inn Premium Nagasaki Ekimae the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Dormy Inn Premium Nagasaki Ekimae provides a range of facilities such as a spa and wellness centre including a sauna. Languages spoken at the reception include English and Japanese. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Nagasaki Station, Nagasaki Museum of History and Fukusaiji Temple. The nearest airport is Nagasaki Airport, 38 km from Dormy Inn Premium Nagasaki Ekimae.
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- i + Land Nagasaki
  Luxury
  
  Renovated in April 2018, i + Land Nagasaki is 18.5 km or a 40-minute drive from Nagasaki Station. A hot spring bath, sauna, garden and kids area are available for guests. The property provides a 24-hour front desk. An Asian breakfast is served daily at the property. Guests can make use of the sauna. Cycling is among the activities that guests can enjoy near the resort. Nagasaki Museum of History is 11 km from i + Land Nagasaki, while Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum is 11 km from the property. Nagasaki Airport is 27 km away.
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- hotel H2 TRIP&BUSINESS NAGASAKI
  Mid-range
  
  Hotel H2 TRIP&BUSINESS NAGASAKI features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Nagasaki. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.3 km from Nagasaki Museum of History. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At hotel H2 TRIP&BUSINESS NAGASAKI each room comes with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a buffet or American breakfast. Popular points of interest near hotel H2 TRIP&BUSINESS NAGASAKI include Nagasaki Station, Oura Catholic Church and Glover Garden. The nearest airport is Nagasaki Airport, 38 km from the hotel.
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- ROUTE - Cafe and Petit Hostel
  Budget-friendly
  
  ROUTE - Cafe and Petit Hostel is located in Nagasaki, within 2.6 km of Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum and 3.2 km of Peace Park. This 2-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, luggage storage space and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 300 metres from Nagasaki Station. All rooms are fitted with a kettle, while some rooms come with a kitchen with a stovetop. At the hostel all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at ROUTE - Cafe and Petit Hostel. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Nagasaki Museum of History, 26 Martyrs Museum and Fukusaiji Temple. The nearest airport is Nagasaki Airport, 39 km from ROUTE - Cafe and Petit Hostel.
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- FAV LUX Nagasaki
  Luxury
  
  Set 2.1 km from Nagasaki Station, FAV LUX Nagasaki offers 4-star accommodation in Nagasaki and has a restaurant. The property is around 2.6 km from Nagasaki Museum of History, 4.7 km from Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum and 5.3 km from Peace Park. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. Guest rooms at the hotel come with a seating area. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a bidet and free toiletries, all guest rooms at FAV LUX Nagasaki have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms also feature a terrace. At the accommodation the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at FAV LUX Nagasaki can enjoy a continental breakfast. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Oura Catholic Church, Glover Garden and Inorinooka Picture Book Museum. The nearest airport is Nagasaki Airport, 38 km from FAV LUX Nagasaki.
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- THE GLOBAL VIEW Nagasaki
  Luxury
  
  Featuring massage services, 3 restaurants and a concierge, THE GLOBAL VIEW Nagasaki is situated right outside Takaramachi Tram Station, which is the 2nd station from Nagasaki Station. WiFi is accessible in all areas of the hotel and rooms include a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. Guests at THE GLOBAL VIEW Nagasaki stay in contemporary rooms with a fridge and safe with complimentary green and black teas. The private bathroom has a bathtub and toiletries, while pajamas are provided. JR Nagasaki Train Station is an 8-minute walk away. Guests can also take a sight-seeing bus from the front side of this hotel. Nagasaki Peace Park and Urakami Cathedral are 10-minutes away via car, while Nagasaki Airport is a 50-minute ride away on the express bus service. The Kitchen boasts 15th floor views of Nagasaki City and serves a sumptuous Japanese and Western breakfast buffet comprised from over 40 different dishes. Coffee and snacks are served at Cafe de Bijoux. Please note that renovation of Fifth floor is going on from 10:00 to 17:00 daily and some rooms may be affected by noise.
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- Candeo Hotels Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown
  Luxury
  
  Candeo Hotels Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown is located in Nagasaki, 4 km from Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum and 4.6 km from Peace Park. Featuring a restaurant, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.6 km from Nagasaki Station. The units in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. At Candeo Hotels Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a range of wellness facilities including a sauna, a hot tub and a spa centre. Speaking English and Japanese, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical information on the area at the 24-hour front desk. Popular points of interest near Candeo Hotels Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown include Nagasaki Museum of History, Oura Catholic Church and Glover Garden. Nagasaki Airport is 38 km away.
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