See what the experts are saying about Nagasaki. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Introduction
The best and easiest way to travel around the beautiful bay city of Nagasaki is by tram. The logical place to begin in central Nagasaki, is the station area, Daikoku-machi. Although cluttered and busy, it contains dozens of shops and restaur... Continue reading »
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History
For a city with a momentous recent history, Nagasaki's early existence was remarkably mundane. There was some limited contact with China in towns to the north, but Nagasaki itself was basically a secluded harbor village. Its people lived in h... Continue reading »
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Where to stay
Although Nagasaki is not a huge city, there is plenty of accommodation available in this popular tourist destination. An added bonus is that hotel room rates that tend to be lower than in other major cities across Japan. It is not difficult t... Continue reading »
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Eat drink
With regards to dining and drinking, Nagasaki may not be in the same group as large Japanese cities such as Tokyo, however there are plenty of great places to eat and drink the night away. Nagasaki eateries are located within specific precinc... Continue reading »
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Entertainment
Entertainment of the type known in Nagasaki generally takes place on a small scale. It is, after all, a provincial city. This means that there are not any huge blow-out concerts, frenzied sporting events in mega-stadiums, or unbridled parties... Continue reading »
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Tours
There is much more to Nagasaki Prefecture than its capital city. A tour is a perfect remedy to assist travelers in deciding what to visit, as well as allowing them to see as much as possible in a short time frame. Those with limited time... Continue reading »
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Getting there
Getting There: By Air: Nagasaki is serviced by the Nagasaki Airport (http://www.nabic.co.jp/english). Its terminals house the following airlines: Air Japan (+81 0120 02 9120/ http://www.air-japan.co.jp/) Air Nippon (+81 0120 029 333/ http://... Continue reading »
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Fun facts
Nagasaki Country: Japan Nagasaki by the Numbers: Population: 412,000 Elevation: 115 ft Average Rainfall: 77.3 in Average Winter Temperature: 63 degrees F Average Summer Temperature: 80 degrees F Quick Facts: Electricity: 100 volts Tim... Continue reading »
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Introduction
1,329km (826 miles) W of Tokyo; 152km (95 miles) SW of Fukuoka Unlike Kumamoto, Kagoshima, Beppu, and other well-known Kyushu destinations, Nagasaki doesn't have a castle, a famous landscaped garden, or hot-spring spas. Rather, its charm i... Continue reading »
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Planning a trip
Getting There By Plane -- ANA and JAL serve Nagasaki Airport (tel. 0957/52-5555; www.nabic.co.jp/english) from Tokyo's Haneda Airport. Flight time is 1 hour and 50 minutes, and the fare is around Â¥35,700 ($298/£149). Cheaper is Skynet Asia A... Continue reading »
Nagasaki Travel Experiences
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a year of good health
The first week back at 'work' equated to a week long wedding review. There were many photos to be shown, questions to answer, and e... Continue reading »
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settling in
So I was sitting there in my new home alone, with no air conditioning, sweating more than a blind man in a prison shower and I'm wonderin... Continue reading »
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cold Japan
Sorry team nothing major to report on since the trip to Tokyo. Have basically just been working (if you can call it that) and doing Chris... Continue reading »
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magic, graduation, and a museum (of sorts)
The academic year in Japan runs from April - March. As such, the run-in to the graduation ceremony in March involves very litt... Continue reading »
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party like its 1994!
Returning home to Takeo was a mixed affair. We were caught somewhere between, wanting desperately to crash out for a sleep, being in dire... Continue reading »
