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Nagasaki Private Tour - View of the Tateyama District
View of the Tateyama District
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My favorite scenery from Suwa Shrine!
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Exploring the Tateyama District (Rokkaku-do)
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Nakadori Shopping Street
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Viewing Nagasaki's port from Tateyama District
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Suwa Shrine
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Torii gate at Suwa Shrine
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Kofuku-ji temple
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Matcha tea and a Japanese sweet at Kofukuji Temple
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Spectacles Bridge
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Japanese Tea shop
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Mugwort bun from a local shop
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Fruit smoothie from a local shop
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My favorite coffee shop

Dive into Local! / Half-Day Nagasaki Walking Tour

Off the Beaten Path
Nagasaki Tour Guide - Shonosuke S.

Joined 2024

Shonosuke S.
5.00 / 5
(28 reviews)
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Nagasaki
English, Japanese (Native)
4 hours
Private tour (only you and Shonosuke S.)
Up to 4 people

Let's explore Nagasaki's local and hidden areas that are unreachable without a local guide!


In 3~4 hours, we'll mainly walk around the following 3 areas:


1) Tateyama District: Walking down the slopes of the hillside residential areas in Nagasaki.

2) Suwa Shrine: Discovering the most famous shrine in Nagasaki.

3) Nakadori Shopping Street: Exploring the oldest shopping street in Nagasaki with a 400-year history.


*The tour can be flexibly adjusted according to the customer's requests.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

The tram station "Hamanomachi Arcade".

- Let's meet near the tram station at 'Hamano-machi Arcade,' or I can pick you up at your hotel (If it's in the central part of Nagasaki city, we can flexibly adjust the meeting place). After we meet up, we'll take a taxi to the Tateyama district. The ride takes around 15 minutes and costs between 1,000 and 1,500 yen per car, which can accommodate up to 4 people, including a guide.

09:20 AM

Tateyama District

Let's start exploring local areas by walking down the slopes! Enjoy the great views of Nagasaki’s sloping areas and catch a glimpse of local life.

09:40 AM

Suwa Shrine

Suwa Shrine is the most famous shrine in Nagasaki City. I will introduce the shrine's history, must-see spots, and photogenic viewpoints.

10:00 AM

Shindaiku-machi shopping street

A super local shopping street where you can truly experience everyday life in Nagasaki. It's located near Suwa Shrine.

10:20 AM

Teramachi Street

Teramachi Street, as the name suggests ("teramachi" means "temple town"), is a street lined with many temples, hosting 14 temples and 2 shrines. Among them, the Chinese style Kofukuji Temple, well-known for its vermilion gate, comes highly recommended.

10:40 AM

Nakadori Shopping Street

Nakadori Shopping Street is the oldest shopping street in Nagasaki, with a history of 400 years. It is lined with unique and local shops such as Japanese sweets stores, tea shops, fruit vendors, and more. Enjoy strolling and shopping around!

11:40 AM

Spectacles Bridge

Spectacles Bridge is a double-arched stone bridge built about 400 years ago and is a landmark of Nagasaki tourism. It is called Spectacles Bridge because the shape of the arches reflected on the water surface looks like eyeglasses. Let's take a commemorative photo here!

12:00 PM

Lunch or Local Coffee Shop

At the end of the tour, I'll take you to my favorite coffee shop. (Don't worry if you can't drink coffee; there are other drinks on the menu as well.) Let's enjoy some relaxed time! If you prefer, lunch is also an option! It depends on what time we start the tour.

Ending Point

Somewhere in City center

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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

- Guide fee

- Pick-up fee

What‘s not included

- Taxi fare (Guide & Customers)

(¥1,000-1,500 per car from Hamano-machi Arcade to Tateyama district)

- Public transportation fees (Guide & Customers)

- Admission fees to facilities (Guide & Customers)

- Food and drinks (Guide & Customers)

Tour Important Information

* Nagasaki is known as "the city of slopes" and this tour involves a lot of walking, and we will be going up and down stairs, so make sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes.

* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.

* Some local shops often do not accept credit cards, so we recommend bringing Japanese yen with you.

* If it rains, there is a possibility of consulting with you and adjusting or changing the course.

Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Nagasaki Tour Guide - Shonosuke S.

Joined 2024

Shonosuke S.
5.00 / 5
(28 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Shonosuke S.

Hi! I'm Sho! I live in the center of Nagasaki city and work as a YouTuber, podcaster, and tour guide specializing in sharing the charms of Nagasaki.


Actually, I was born and raised in Yokohama, near Tokyo, and worked for about 5 years in Tokyo. However, I fell in love with the culture and history of Nagasaki and moved here in 2020.


Nagasaki has a rich history of international exchange and friendship, established about 450 years ago as an international trading port in Japan. Since then, many people from all over the world with diverse cultures and values have visited this city. I love these stories and histories of Nagasaki.


Nagasaki is often associated with the sad history of the atomic bomb, which is, of course, an important part of this city's history, but Nagasaki has much more than that. I'm looking forward to introducing you to the many charms of Nagasaki!

Reviews

Greater than I can even put in words

I will start by saying that I am a travel agent and have very high standards as I work for luxury clients. This trip was for my own family of 19 people. 5 kids were under 4 years old. We arrived on a 13 hour time difference. You could imagine we were not an easy group for him, nor are we easy to please. Sho was a shining star both before and during our tour. In all the other cities we visited communication with guides was very difficult. He communicated regularly with me prior to the trip and answered all my questions quickly. Sho was quick, efficient, had good ideas, executed the day flawlessly, flipped between the sensitive subject of Nagasaki and the vibrant, fun part easily, and just simply made this our best day on an 18-day trip. He worked well with the pressure of young kids crying, had the foresight to figure out quickly who was interested in what and made sure that all 19 got what they wanted. I know this is not easy, yet he made it seem like it was second nature to him. I cannot find words to give him a high enough referral. Just know that when you can take 19 people with varying interests, lugging along 5 kids under 4 years old who are jet lagged, all while in extreme heat, you are doing everything right. And that was exactly what Sho did! Thank you Sho, we will remember our day with you with fondness forever. Sincerely, Staci Thomas and Family

Staci T.

Shonosuke S.

Hi Staci, thank you so much for your kind review and for visiting Nagasaki, the city I truly love! It was such a hot day, and with all the stairs and hills in Nagasaki I know it must have been tough for everyone. But the reason we were able to enjoy the tour was thanks to your family’s warmth and kindness. I honestly feel that I should be the one thanking you—for the gracious and joyful way your whole family welcomed me and made me feel like part of your trip. I truly hope you’ll come back to Nagasaki again someday—there are still so many beautiful spots and hidden corners I’d love to share with you. Until then, please give my warmest regards to your entire family!

Seeing the real Nagasaki

We had the privilege of touring Nagasaki with our guide, Sho, and it was an unforgettable experience. Unlike the usual tourist routes, Sho introduced us to the real culture of Nagasaki, sharing hidden gems and authentic local spots that we would never have found on our own. What stood out most was Sho’s genuine personality and thoughtful approach. He took the time to understand what we were interested in and tailored the experience perfectly, weaving in insightful stories and historical context that brought the city to life. Sho gave us a deeper appreciation of Nagasaki’s culture and community, far beyond what a typical tour could offer. His warmth, knowledge, and sincerity made the day truly special. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to experience Nagasaki in an authentic and meaningful way.

Michael S.

Shonosuke S.

Hi Michael! Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for visiting Nagasaki, a city I truly love! I’m thrilled to hear you enjoyed the tour and felt honored to introduce you to real and authentic Nagasaki life. It was such a pleasure to be part of your lovely family trip, and I had a truly fun day as well! I couldn’t help but think how wonderful it would be to have a family like yours—so lovely! And I have to admit, I’m also a bit jealous of that amazing party room in your house!! Please do come back to Japan—and to Nagasaki—again sometime!

Half Day Nagasaki Walking Tour

My daughter and I had a wonderful experience with Sho! His itinerary was excellent and he was so engaging and passionate about Nagasaki. His personality, knowledge and English were really great. We enjoyed the tour he gave us and having lunch with him as well. We would recommend him without any reservations. Thanks Sho!

Carmen F.

Shonosuke S.

Hi Carmen! Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for visiting Nagasaki, a city I truly love! I was so happy to show you around, especially the more local spots. I had such a fun and memorable time with you! I hope you’ll come back to Japan—and to Nagasaki—again soon! And I hope she gets the chance to work in Korea someday! :D

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