“Nagasaki” literally means “long cape.” Visit Nagasaki Peace Park and its commemorative memorials. Explore the history of this famous port city, taste the local flavors, marvel at the views from a high hill observatory during our one-day shore excursion in Nagasaki.
Our Japan shore excursions are designed by Western destination experts who live in Japan along with local Japanese tour specialists to showcase all the best attractions in Japan and provide a unique understanding of Japan from a Western perspective. In particular, we know where to find cherry blossoms and autumn leaves in Nagasaki that most cruise lines do not emphasize in their shore excursion programs.
Discover Nagasaki, a vibrant port city on the island of Kyushu. Learn more about its tragic past tied to the atomic bombing in early August of 1945.
The best place to see the cherry blossom is the Gubara Garden, or Glover Garden, the the setting of the story in Puccini's world-famous opera "Madame Butterfly". The Glover Garden area is a collection of western homes and buildings reassembled around the house of the Scottish entrepreneur Thomas Blake Glover.
Don't miss out the Oura Church, a UNESCO World Heritage. The Basilica of the Twenty-Six Holy Martyrs of Japan also Ōura Church is a Roman Catholic minor basilica and Co-cathedral in Nagasaki, Japan, built soon after the end of the Japanese government's Seclusion Policy in 1853. It is also known as the Church of the 26 Japanese Martyrs.
No visit to Nagasaki is complete without honoring the victims of the atomic bombing and appreciation of world peace in the Nagasaki Peace Park, where numerous commemorative memorials are displayed. End your Nagasaki shore trip excursion by checking out the scenic views of this port city from Mt. Inasayama.
Cruise passengers: You may get this excursion for FREE if you book the cruise through us or transferring your existing reservation to us (meaning we are your travel agent who booked the cruise for you with nothing changed). Please contact us to learn how.
Glover Garden is a historical open-air museum in Nagasaki, Japan, that showcases the fusion of Western and Japanese influences during the Meiji Restoration. It was established for Thomas Blake Glover, a Scottish merchant who played a significant role in the modernization of Japan. The garden's main feature is the Glover Residence, the oldest Western-style house in Japan, which is an Important Cultural Asset. Visitors can explore various well-preserved mansions, witness the lifestyle of the era, and enjoy panoramic views of Nagasaki harbor. The site is also known as the "Madame Butterfly House," linking it to Puccini's opera due to its romantic history and beautiful setting. Glover Garden not only offers a glimpse into the past but also serves as a symbol of the cultural exchange between Japan and the West
The Oura Church, also known as the Basilica of the Twenty-Six Holy Martyrs of Japan, is a symbol of historical significance and architectural beauty in Nagasaki. Constructed in 1864 by a French missionary, it stands as the oldest Christian church in Japan, built to honor the 26 martyrs executed in 1597. This Gothic Revival structure, with its white stuccoed brick and imported stained glass, was the first Western-style building in Japan to be designated as a national treasure. Despite suffering damage during World War II, the church remains a testament to resilience and faith, attracting visitors who seek to understand the complex history of Christianity in Japan and admire its architectural splendor.
Nagasaki Peace Park stands as a poignant reminder of the tragic consequences of war and the enduring hope for peace. Established in 1955, this park in Nagasaki, Japan, commemorates the lives lost during the atomic bombing on August 9, 1945. At the heart of the park is the Peace Statue, a powerful symbol designed by Seibo Kitamura, which reflects both a prayer for the victims and a call for world peace. The park also includes a black marble vault that holds the names of the bomb victims, serving as a solemn tribute to those who suffered. Visitors can also see remnants of Urakami Cathedral, once the largest church in East Asia, which now stands as a stark reminder of the destruction caused by the bomb. The park's creation and the continued efforts to maintain it reflect a commitment to peace and the resilience of the human spirit.
The Dutch Trading Post, historically known as Dejima, was an artificial island in the port of Nagasaki, Japan, which played a pivotal role during the country's period of isolation, known as sakoku. Constructed in 1636, Dejima served as the sole point of contact between Japan and the Western world, particularly the Dutch, from 1641 to 1854. This site was crucial for the exchange of knowledge, culture, and goods, and it significantly contributed to the Japanese understanding of Western science and technology through the movement of Rangaku, or Dutch learning. Today, Dejima is recognized as a national historic site and efforts are underway to restore it to its former state.
*Departure times may vary.
09:00 am:Depart from Nagasaki Port
09:15 am - 12:15 pm: Visit Guraba En (also called Glover Garden), a park in Nagasaki, Japan, built for Thomas Blake Glover, a Scottish merchant who contributed to the modernization of Japan in shipbuilding, coal mining, and other fields. This is the setting of the story in Puccini's world-famous opera "Madame Butterfly".
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm: Head on to Nagasaki Oura Church, a World Heritage site.
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm: Visit the Nagasaki Peace Park anstory's settingd the commemorative memorials in its complex.
4:30 pm: Return to Nagasaki Port
*If your ship stays in Nagasaki long enough, we'll make a tour to Mount Inasayama to have a stunning panoramic views of the city.
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We highly recommend that you book our shore excursions now if you will be taking a cruise in 2025. 2024 has already seen large crowds, and 2025 will see even more. We expect many tourists will be unable to book their shore excursions in 2025, so please make your plan as soon as possible.
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