A tour centered around the most interesting and photogenic creatures and other interesting hidden gems in Nagasaki.
As we walk from one temple or shrine to the other you'll receive a little bit of a crash course in Buddhist, Shinto and ancient Chinese mythologies. On our way we'll pass by a couple of Nagasaki highlights as well.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Information center in Nagasaki JR Station or Nagasaki Cruise Port
Twenty-Six Martyrs Monument
The Twenty Six Martyrs Monument and museum are dedicated to the twenty six Christians who were executed here on February 5, 1597.
Fukusaiji temple
Unique temple in the shape of a turtle with on top, a giant Kannon, the Bodhisattva of compassion.
Suwa shrine
Nagasaki's major Shinto Shrine, 400 years old and a centre of the local community. It is famous for its annual Kunchi festival.
Teramachi Cemetery
The serene and awe inspiring hillside cemetery is an enormous labyrinth with countless historical gravestones, Buddhist statues and monumental trees with many stories to tell behind every turn and secret corner.
Lunch in a restaurant of choice
Soufukuji temple
Designated national treasure, one of the most beautiful Chinese temples in Nagasaki.
Maruyama Machi
The former the chief courtesan district of Nagasaki in the Edo period, serving chiefly the Chinese and Dutch communities of the port city. A place breathing history in every corner.
the former Chinese quarters
This old Chinese settlement hides small temples and little treasures.
Dutch Slope
The many western style houses in this neighborhood are still witness to a bustling period around the time of the Meiji restoration when many Westerners settled in Nagasaki to kick-start the Japanese industrial revolution.
Nagasaki Koshibyo Confucius Shrine
Built in 1893, this is the only Confucian mausoleum constructed by the Chinese outside China. It features rare objects, national treasures and Chinese architecture.
Ending Point
Any place in Nagasaki center where you would like to be dropped off.
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Guide fee
lunch, including for your appreciative guide
public transportation about 1 USD pp.
entrance fees about 6 USD pp.
This tour involves a lot of walking and some stairs so please wear comfortable clothing.
Hi there! I’m Armand. Living in Nagasaki since 2016. I am living the best and most relaxing life on my permaculture homestead in the hills of Nagasaki, where you get the best views in Japan. I love my town. As a dancer and actor I love telling stories too. And there a so many great stories to share about all the interesting people that once dwelled in this adventurous town full of historical intrigues.
Want to experience the rich Nagasaki culture? Eat the freshest fish of Japan? Make the most beautiful photos of hidden treasures and landscapes? Come and explore the town together with me.
I’ve made it my mission to get to know everything there is to know about this place.
“Nagasaki in one day”
We had a wonderful day in Nagasaki today. Our tour guide Armando did an excellent job in german language. We saw a lot of places in Nagasaki, where no tourists normally go. Beside the tour we had lunch together with Armando in a Steak restaurant and had Wagyu steak - delicious! We can highly recommend Armando as Tour Guide for Nagasaki!!!
Armando V.
Vielen Dank für den schönen Tag zusammen mit Ihnen. Auch ich hatte eine unheimlich gute Erfahrung! Ich wünsche Ihnen eine gute Reise und hoffe, Sie eines Tages wiederzusehen.
“What a wonderful day!”
Five of us spent a day wandering some of the more interesting parts of Nagasaki with Armando. It was a well paced pleasant day as he shared with us the history of the city. He adapted the itinerary on the run to suit our needs- I recommend you also spend a day of your life with him!
“Wonderful day in Nagasaki with Armondo”
We had the most fabulous day in Nagasaki with the enthusiastic and knowledgable guide Armondo! He showed us all around his city, answering our questions in perfect English and all with a sense of humor. He was quick to adapt to our interests, and set up a fun calligraphy session in a temple for us to attempt the Japanese characters. It was a super day thanks to him!
Armando V.
Thank you so much guys! Thanks to you I had a super day as well! Enjoy your travels!
$292/ per group