- Gunkanjima Digital Museum - Gunkanjima (軍艦島) is a small island located about 20 kilometers from Nagasaki Port. Until 1974, the island served as a coal mine, and more than 5000 residents called the 480 meter long, 150 meter wide island home, resulting in the highest population density in history recorded worldwide.
To accommodate so many people in such a small area, every piece of land was built up so that the island came to resemble a massive battleship. In fact, “Gunkanjima” is a nickname that means “battleship island” in Japanese. The island’s formal name is Hashima.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Updated: October 13, 2019
As of September 23, 2019, it is not possible to land on Gunkanjima until further notice because of damage caused to the port facilities by a typhoon. Boat tours to view the island from the water are in operation.
- Meet up with a guide on foot.
- Experience with a Licensed Local Guide.
- Customizable Tour of your choice - pick 3-4 famous sites from ‘What to expect’ list.
- Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
- Private Vehicle
- You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
- Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
Take part in an enriching exploration of Nagasaki, led by a state-approved multilingual guide with significant experience! This guided tour is designed to let you effectively appreciate a comprehensive day-long walking expedition of Nagasaki, unveiling both its contemporary and traditional aspects that breathe life into this historical and vibrant Japanese metropolis.
Commencing in the morning, your guide can meet you at your desired location, be it your hotel in Nagasaki or another location of your preference, and will accompany you meandering through the renowned landmarks the city has to offer.
Nagasaki’s historical narrative isn’t just tied to the WWII atomic bombing; it holds a prominent chronicle of significant events. Seize the opportunity to delve into these intriguing historical facets on this all-day walking tour, courtesy of your dedicated guide.
Note*1: Kindly choose your desired attractions from the list stated in the tour details to formulate your personalized tour plan.
Note*2: The Japanese government vouches for all licensed guide interpreters since the accreditation signifies an extensive understanding and familiarity with Japanese customs and historical backdrop.
- This is a walking & public transport tour. Pick up is on foot.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
