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Nagasaki and the Dutch Legacy
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Joined 2024
To this day, traces of the Dutch legacy can be found everywhere in Nagasaki.
With many fascinating stories, this tour delves deep into 400 years of Japanese-Dutch trade relations. It shows how the Dutch lived here, what they traded, what technologies they introduced, who they dealt with, and where they went in the city. But above all, I want to show you how warmly the Dutch are remembered in the hearts of the people of Nagasaki.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your Hotel Lobby
- I'll meet you at your Hotel, Harbor, Station, whatever suits you best in the center of Nagasaki
Dejima Museum
The iconic island of Dejima, which served as a Dutch trading post between 1641 and 1858 during the period of national isolation, is now an open-air museum with reconstructed warehouses and houses, allowing visitors to experience the lifestyle of the Dutch at that time.
Spectacle Bridge
This famous 400-year-old stone arch bridge is the first of its kind in Japan. It has nothing to do with the Dutch, but we happen to pass by it anyway.
Kotaiji Temple
A somewhat hidden temple, but one of the most beautiful in Nagasaki, with a special place in the cemetery for the daughter (and wife) of the famous VOC doctor and scientist Von Siebold.
Lunch / coffee break
With many nice cafes and restaurants in the area, this is a convenient place to take a break if needed.
Maruyama Neighborhood
Former pleasure district in the Edo period. One of the most interesting places in Nagasaki. It has an authentic Japanese atmosphere, beautiful houses, a special establishment that plays an important role in Japanese history, and a unique shrine with a surprising link to the Dutch that draws us there.
Nagasaki (Kojima) Yojosho Remains Museum
The site where Dutch ship's doctor Dr. Pompe van Meerdervoort founded Japan's first Western hospital and medical training center is now home to an obscure little museum in his honor that is definitely worth at least 10 minutes of your time.
Holland Slope
A beautiful street in the former international neighborhood with many unique houses, cafes, and an old photography museum. (Our hero Dr. Pompe van Meerdervoort also introduced photography to Japan.)
Ending Point
on a convenient place in Nagasaki center / Cruise Port
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
*Museums: 730 yen pp
*Lunch (including for the grateful guide)
Tour Important Information
It involves quite a lot of walking, going up and down stairs.
If you find it a bit difficult, we can skip some stairs and make a shorter version.
On Thursday's this tour only starts from 11:00
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
Joined 2024
About Tour Guide Armando V.
Hi there! I’m Armand. Living in Nagasaki since 2016. I am living a 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 are 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.
Reviews
Christina D.
“Multi-faceted & passionate ”
Armando is passionate about the multi faceted history of Nagasaki, as seen through the history of the shogun and feudal lords alongside the Dutch and Portuguese influences, as well as the religious rifts of the time. A lot to cover while traversing the hilly city. Armando loves Nagasaki and this engages, educates and entertains, as he tells her story. We would certainly recommend Armando as your guide in Nagasaki.
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Armando V.
What a wonderful review. Thank you so much! It was a pleasure to meet you here in Nagasaki and I wish you many great travels in the future!
Cynthia S.
“Fantastic tour! ”
We had a first-rate tour with Armando. We learned SO much about Nagasaki, a fascinating city with incredible history. Armando had all kinds of stories and facts, was very personable, and also was very accommodating in showing us things of interest to us or to help us better navigate Japan. Could not recommend more highly. Thank you, Armando!
Armando V.
Fantastic guests! Thank you so much for your visit to Nagasaki. I truly appreciated the wonderful day that we have spend together. Have a great voyage through Japan!
Kevin G.
“Incredibly Personable, flexible, & favorite”
Our day with Armando V was our favorite out of 6 days with other guides! He was so flexible as to schedule and taking us to location’s we wanted to see. He shared so much about Hiroshima that was personal to him and his family line which was impactful. And took us to special places like the Hawai’i ice cream shop. Overall, my family loved his tour the most and would highly recommend. We will use his services again!
Armando V.
Thank you so much for coming to Nagasaki with the whole family. It was such a pleasure to get to know all of you lovable people and spend a great time together! I'm definitely looking forward to meeting you again to show you the rest of Nagasaki and its amazing history and hidden treasures. Have a wonderful time until then!
$208/ per group
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