Eat like a local in Nagasaki
Eat like a local in Nagasaki
Eat like a local in Nagasaki
Eat like a local in Nagasaki
Eat like a local in Nagasaki
Eat like a local in Nagasaki
Eat like a local in Nagasaki
Eat like a local in Nagasaki
Eat like a local in Nagasaki
Eat like a local in Nagasaki
Eat like a local in Nagasaki
Eat like a local in Nagasaki
Eat like a local in Nagasaki
Eat like a local in Nagasaki
Eat like a local in Nagasaki

What you'll do

Centuries ago, Chinese traders settled in Nagasaki – Japan’s only “open port” city. Most of the city’s street food is of Chinese origin and you’ll taste a few at Chinatown, like Champon (noodles in a pork broth topped with seafood) or Kakuni Manju, steamed buns filled with tender pork belly. Try Nikuman (bao buns) or Omura sushi, then satisfy your sweet tooth – Nagasaki’s is insatiable! Introduced by the Portuguese in the 16th century, Castella, a fluffy sponge cake, is a must-try, as are traditional confections like Manjū (filled dough) or Ohagi (glutinous rice sweets). Still have room? Sample Biwa (jelly), and grab a bag of Yori Yori sweets (deep-fried, twisted cookies) for later.

Where you’ll go

Armed with nothing but your appetite and a local insider, you’ll go on a tantalizing tour of central Nagasaki’s food spots. Experience the city’s Chinese heritage on the crisscrossing lanes of the Chinatown district. Just 10 minutes east, the Maruyama entertainment district is chock-full of famous foodie spots, while the Hamanomachi Arcade, a shopping district on the bank of Nakashima River, has a couple of local haunts of its own. Across the river, the Tsukimachi Melka basement level is a living reminder of vibrant food markets from the 50s, and narrow Naka-dori street just half a mile away houses the 200-year-old Iwanaga Baijuken sweet shop and plenty of charming cafes in a city with a coffee culture dating back centuries!

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 3 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking tour (may use public transport)

  • Private transportation on request

  • Hosted in English (On request: Arabic, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish)

  • Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Experience outline

  • Explore an area of Nagasaki hand-picked by your host for having the best variety of foods in the city, and try several of its local specialties
  • See all the places locals love to eat, and have a helpful local insider to decipher all the dishes
  • Taste the foods that make Nagasaki’s cuisine famous across Japan, from fusion food at Nagasaki Chinatown to sweet treats from the famous Iwanaga Baijuken sweet shop
  • Enjoy a coffee at a local cafe – Nagasaki’s coffee culture dates back 400 years!
  • Have a knowledgeable local host to recommend more foods to try on your trip

Things to know

What’s included

  • Private and personalized experience
  • 3 hours with a host
  • Walking experience (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost)
  • 6-8 foods to taste selected by your host, based on your preferences
  • 2 drinks (alcoholic or soft drink)

What’s not included

  • Additional food and drinks
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 14 days before the experience for a full refund
  • Worry-free cancellation terms: book with peace of mind knowing that you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

Reviews

    Our guide Masaaki took us on a short food tour in Nagasaki. He took us to the pretty Dejima Wharf area where we had some superb sashimi and grilled yellow tail tuna. We also sampled soba noodles. Masaaki was very professional, kind and helpful. He took us up to Mt Inasa at the end of the tour, well worth the taxi ride! Masaaki made our day in Nagasaki very special! Thank you!

    November 2023

    Jan W

    Daughter and I were on cruise that stopped in Nagasaki. Easy to meet guide at the port. Not only did we see the city, we had a great selection of food that represented Nagasaki including Chambon, which was my favorite!

    November 2023

    Karen Z

    Charming and kind guide who shared interesting insights, experiences and stories. Plus he took us to great restaurants.

    November 2023

    Debbie W

    Ceci was an amazing tour guide; very knowledgeable about the food and Nagasaki. Ceci is very personable and she went at a pace that was perfect for us. We enjoyed the foods and appreciate she emailed the names of what we tried so I could look up them up and find recipes. I highly recommend the tour.

    October 2023

    Lisa P

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