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Nagasaki Culinary Tour

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Nagasaki Culinary Tour

Food & Drink

Joined 2024

Armando V.

5.00 / 5

(46 reviews)

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Nagasaki

English (Native), Dutch (Native), French, German, Japanese

5 hours

Private tour (only you and Armando V.)

Up to 8 people

There's no better way to experience a different culture than by exploring its food scene.

Nagasaki's food culture is unique in Japan with centuries of foreign influences that inspired its famous local fusion kitchen.

This tour combines tastings of the best Nagasaki delicacies and drinks with visits to interesting sites related to Nagasaki's food culture and its history, all customized to your taste, appetite and style.

Itinerary

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

10:00 AM

Meeting Point

Somewhere in the center of Nagasaki

- The most convenient place for you. Nagasaki Cruise Port, Nagasaki Station, the hotel you are staying at...

In this tour, the tasting of local delicacies is central.

Typically we will walk around town from one food or drink experience to the next and on our way we will see some city highlights, hidden gems, a market, the river, a temple, old sweets shops and things like that. I will tell stories about how the Portuguese, Dutch and Chinese came to Nagasaki and how they influenced Nagasaki's culinary tastes.

Example tour

10:10 AM

Dejima

The Dutch trade post, through which many exotic food items were introduced into Japanese culture.

11:00 AM

China Town

The Chinese merchants docking in Nagasaki brought with them a wealth of culinary delicacies as well, influencing Nagasaki's unique food culture.

In China Town we can sample Kakuni Manchu (Pork belly buns).

11:30 AM

Maruyama town

The former courtesan quarters breathes history in every corner.

It is home to the famous 400 year old Castella cake shop Fukusaya and one of the most interesting restaurants in Japan: Kagetsu, where historical intrigue, Japanese culture and fusion cuisine come together. (Having lunch in this restaurant is not part of this tour but it can be arranged in certain cases and will typically cost about 200 USD pp.)

12:30 PM

restaurant of choice

To get the best examples of Nagasaki's local delicacies we will visit 1 or 2 restaurants (depending on the time of day).

01:30 PM

Hamanomachi

The oldest shopping district in Nagasaki is centered around a long arcade and houses many interesting shops and restaurants. Typically we will visit a market as well.

02:00 PM

Spectacle Bridge and Nakagawa riverside

A nice stroll along the riverside with many historic bridges.

02:20 PM

Matcha tea in Koufukuji Temple

One of the most beautiful temples in Nagasaki.

It is possible to enjoy matcha tea and a sweet in a serene temple room.

02:20 PM

(alternatively) a sake tasting in a microbrewery

Nagasaki's finest sake brewery offers tastings of different kinds of unfiltered sake and amazake. A real treat for sake lovers

03:00 PM

End of the tour

At your preferred location.

Ending Point

Anywhere in the center where you like to be dropped off

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

What‘s included

Guide fee

What‘s not included

A typical budget for eating and drinking is about 7000 yen pp (about 45-50 USD) This also includes something to eat and drink for the appreciating guide.

Of course, it can be more if you have a great appetite or you like to have an exclusive premium culinary experience.

All costs for your personal experience will be communicated beforehand.

In principle we'll go around on foot but if you prefer, public transportation can be taken. (8-12 USD per taxi ride)

Tour Important Information

Mostly, reservations need to be made in advance. Before the tour it is important that we discuss the various options that fit your appetite, taste and budget as well as any food restrictions.

Between 14:00 and 17:00 the options for savory dishes are very limited in Nagasaki.

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

Armando V.

5.00 / 5

(46 reviews)

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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

Laureen J.

5 / 5

Jun 13, 2026

additional fee for 5 people

Jun 13, 2026

Nagasaki

Customized

“Thank You, Armando, for an Amazing Day in Nagasaki!”

Thank you, Armando, for an amazing day in Nagasaki! You truly made it one of the highlights of our trip. Armando was fun, knowledgeable, and made the day both enjoyable and informative. His passion for the city and its history was evident throughout the tour, and he shared so many interesting facts and local insights. We truly enjoyed our time with him and highly recommend him to anyone visiting Nagasaki.

Armando V.

Hahaha, you are wonderful people! I'm still thinking back with with a big smile to the great time I could share with you. And what a great day it was! Thank you! Again :-) I truly hope we'll meet again one day. Have a good life, all of you. I wish you many great family travels in the future!

Laureen J.

5 / 5

Jun 11, 2026

Half Day Tour Exploring Nagasaki

Jun 11, 2026

Nagasaki

6 hours

“An Unforgettable Day in Nagasaki with Armando”

Wow! I cannot say enough great things about Armando and our day in Nagasaki. We had a group of 11, and from the moment we booked the tour, Armando was excellent. He communicated with us for months in advance, answered all of our questions, and made planning easy and stress-free. During our tour, Armando shared his extensive knowledge of his hometown of Nagasaki and took us to places we never would have discovered on our own. We explored the historic Oura neighborhood (the former foreign settlement), Holland Slope, the former Chinese settlement, the Maruyama neighborhood, a local food market, Sofukuji Temple, Teramachi Cemetery, and the beautiful viewpoint at Kazagashira Park. What made the experience so memorable was Armando himself. He was knowledgeable, friendly, engaging, and clearly passionate about sharing the history, culture, and stories of Nagasaki. He made everyone in our group feel welcome and ensured we had an enjoyable day from start to finish. We ended the day with ice cream and sake while reflecting on everything we had seen and learned, which was the perfect way to conclude an unforgettable experience. If you are planning a trip to Nagasaki, I highly recommend Armando. He made our visit truly special, and I would not hesitate to book with him again. 10/10 recommendation!

Armando V.

Wow! Thank you so much! Hahaha, I loved your company so much and couldn't have imagined a nicer group of people to have spent my birthday with. Also you deserve compliments for making it to the top of the hill. I wish you all the best and I will remember you for a long time! Thanks again!

Sandy A.

5 / 5

Jun 2, 2026

Full Day Tour Exploring Nagasaki

Jun 2, 2026

Nagasaki

7 hours

“Great tour of Nagasaki”

We had a wonderful day seeing many different aspects of Nagasaki. Armando is very knowledgeable and a great guide taking us to places we would never have found on our own.

Armando V.

Great guys! Thank you for the wonderful day here in Nagasaki. It was a pleasure to meet you! Have a great time during the rest of your Japan trip.