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Nagasaki Culinary Tour

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Nagasaki Culinary Tour

Food & Drink

Joined 2024

Armando V.

5.00 / 5

(37 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

(37 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

Ann H.

5 / 5

Apr 20, 2026

2 day Ikeshima island haikyo excursion

Apr 20, 2026

Nagasaki

2 days

Customized

“Armando made this trip one of a lifetime”

Armando was the perfect guide for this trip. Warm, knowledgeable, endlessly patient, and genuinely passionate about what he does — it made all the difference. He handled every logistic seamlessly, from transport to meals to navigating the island itself, so we could just focus on taking it all in. He also has deep local relationships and a real respect for the place and its history, which came through in every interaction. We learned so much from him and had more fun than we expected. This is not a trip you could easily do on your own, and Armando is exactly the guide you want. Two of the most memorable days of our entire Japan visit. If you’re considering this excursion — book it, and consider yourself lucky to have him.

Armando V.

Thank you guys! I enjoyed your company so very much. I will remember you and this trip together for the rest of my life!

Thomas C.

5 / 5

Apr 11, 2026

Half a Day Tour Exploring Nagasaki

Apr 11, 2026

Nagasaki

4 hours

“Another great day”

A great second day with Armando. We went to the nuclear bomb memorial and then to the Peace Park. Armando was a wealth of knowledge for both locations. Afterwards, we did a little shopping and then picked up a few food items to have a little picnic in the park right by the ship. Perfect was to end a great day thanks to Armando.

Armando V.

Thank you very much for sharing your time with me in Nagasaki. You are great people. It was an excellent day again! I wish you many more travels in good health.

Thomas C.

5 / 5

Apr 10, 2026

Nagasaki Culinary Tour

Apr 10, 2026

Nagasaki

5 hours

“Excellent knowledgeable guide”

Armando is a great guide. Very knowledgeable and friendly and very accommodating to requests to do different things than were originally on the tour. We have another tour planned with him for tomorrow and I’m sure it will be as excellent as out tour today.

Armando V.

Thank you dear Thomas, The two of you are very kind and I'm looking forward to meeting you again tomorrow!