An off the beaten path exploration of Nagasaki's hidden gems with loads of history captured in many photogenic details and beautiful city scapes to enjoy.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
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...
Twenty-Six Martyrs Museum and Monument
The Twenty Six Martyrs Monument and museum are dedicated to the twenty six Christians who were executed here on February 5, 1597. The museum is an underrated gem with a beautiful esthetic feel.
Fukusaiji temple
Unique temple in the shape of a turtle with on top, a giant Kannon, the Bodhisattva of Compassion.
Matsumori Tenmangu Shrine
Overshadowed by the grand Suwa Shrine, this unexpectedly beautiful shrine harbors incredibly detailed wood carvings, moss-covered stones and majestic sacred camphor trees.
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.
Kazagashira Park
One of the best viewpoints in town.
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
Not to be confused with Chinatown, this old Chinese settlement hides small temples and little treasures.
Dutch Slope and the international quarters
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.
Ending Point
Anywhere in the center where you 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
Any public transportation (Two tram rides are foreseen.)
Museum fees (in case you would like to explore more)
Lunch
* This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
* This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.
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.
Dirk S.
“Super Tag in Nagasaki auf deutsch”
Nun sind wir wieder zurück in Deutschland. Danke für den tollen Ausflug in deutsch. Der Tag in Nagasaki hat uns super gefallen, es war alles dabei was wir sehen wollten und einiges mehr. Auch das Wetter hat mitgespielt. Immer wieder. Wenn wir nochmals nach Nagasaki kommen werden wir uns sicherlich melden und nochmals einen Tag mit Armando verbringen. Werden unseren Freunden von diesem tollen Tag berichten und sicherlich weiterempfehlen. Wir können jedem nur empfehlen diesen Ausflug mit Armando zu buchen. Es war ein toller Tag. Danke Armando!
Sheila S.
“Armando was great”
His English was perfect as was his knowledge of the history of Nagasaki. He is very amiable and good company. We really enjoyed our tour especially as he took us to non touristy places. Our suggestion is to take comfortable walking shoes.
Armando V.
Thank you so much for this wonderful day together. I learned that even while taking it easy we can still walk over 10.000 steps. You guys were hard to keep up with! Thank you for your great company. I wish you many more travels in the years to come.
Michaela S.
“Nagasaki temples, culture and nature ”
We had a great 4 hours walk with Armando. He also speaks in german language and told us very interesting facts and showed pictures of former times. There were many temples in hidden places and a lot of blooming cherry trees. Highly recommend, and for you, Armando, thank you very much again for the great time!
Armando V.
Thank you dear Michaela. Indeed it was a great time enjoying Nagasaki cherry blossoms together with the two of you! Please come again :-)
$252/ per group