Nagasaki Hotels
Natural Nagasaki
Not surprisingly, the spirited southern Japanese city of Nagasaki’s recent history still casts a pall over its present-day vibrancy. As a WWII atomic bomb target, one of its main attractions is the Nagasaki National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims. But once you’ve paid your respects, move on – because the rest of this city is too beautiful to ignore. ... Read more »
The brighter side of Nagasaki starts at Glover Garden, a fetching park area home to the incongruously Western Glover Mansion. The Confucius Shrine is just as famous, and the world’s only Confucian shrine built outside China with Chinese hands. Even the land it sits on is technically Chinese territory. So now you’re as confused about the terrain as you are sad about the history? Head to Chinatown to drown your sorrows in a steaming bowl of Nagasaki champon noodles, the city’s tastiest attraction.
NAGASAKI’S TOP 10
10. Nomozaki Marine Land Check out Nagasaki’s most eclectic and colourful residents. |
5. Koshibyo Shrine This brightly coloured shrine houses a museum of Chinese history. |
9. Inasa-Yama This mountain has a lookout with the best views of the city. |
4. Oura Catholic Church The oldest Gothic-style church in the country is remarkably well preserved. |
8. City Science Museum So learning about science actually can be fun… |
3. Nagasaki Bomb Museum A touching tribute to the nation’s biggest tragedy. |
7. Kofukuji Temple The first temple to be built for the O Baku sect of Japanese Zen Buddhism. |
2. Suwa Shrine Come to be blessed with good health, good fortune and good views. |
6. Seiyoh-kan Three storeys of shops and eateries, plus an art gallery and amusement centre. |
1. Urakami Cathedral Lovingly rebuilt after the blast, this church features an emotive angel at its apex. |
NAGASAKI EVENTS
The Nagasaki Lantern Festival celebrates the beginning of the Lunar New Year in February with colourful lanterns, pounding drums and ear-splitting fireworks.
The sky comes alive more quietly for April’s Nagasaki Kite Competition, hosted at Tohakkei Park.
The O-Bon is a Buddhist tradition in July that welcomes and appeases the souls of ancestors. Apparently the ancestors are really into fresh fruit and veg.
October’s Nagasaki Kunchi Festival brings traditional music and dance to the Suwa Shrine. There’s also a big parade (naturally) with floats, flowers and costumes.
One of the most emotional events on the city’s calendar is August’s Nagasaki Peace Ceremony. This solemn tradition pays tribute to all those who lost their lives in the blast, with a secondary, significant aim of promoting world peace.
WHEN TO GO
- Visiting Nagasaki in June is a rather drizzly experience. This is the city’s wettest month.
- Nagasaki’s warmer seasons are lovely, with temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in spring and 29°C (85°F) in summer.
- Nagasaki is cold in winter, but not torturingly so. Temperatures stick to just below freezing.
GETTING AROUND
- Buses and trams/streetcars are convenient, cheap (a flat ¥120) and efficient, but stop running at around 11pm.
- Taxis are plentiful but a little expensive. However, they are definitely the best way to get around for night owls.
- More adventurous travellers may want to hire an electric bike. The rates are pretty reasonable and they can be found at several places around the city.
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3 Stars$148
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1-22 Oura Machi Nagasaki 850-0918
Offering excellent service and facilities, the Hotel Monterey with modern ambience is perfectly based in the heart of ... More hotel details
$71
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1-814 Kuidetsu Omura-shi Nagasaki 856-0828
Offering comfortable accommodation and quality services, Chisun Inn Omura Nagasaki Airport welcomes all kinds of trave... More hotel details
Sasebo Washington Hotel
3 Stars$84
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12-7 Shiomi-cho Sasebo-shi Nagasaki 857-0834
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Victoria Inn Nagasaki
3 Stars$104
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6-24 Doza Machi Nagasaki 850-0841
Offering comfortable accommodation and convenient facilities, the Victoria Inn Nagasaki provides you with all of the q... More hotel details
Washington Hotel Nagasaki
3 Stars$104
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9-1 Shinchi-Machi Nagasaki 850-0842
Offering a good location, the Washington Hotel Nagasaki with comfortable accommodation and excellent services, welcome... More hotel details
Hotel Jal City Nagasaki
4.5 Stars$112
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13-10 Shinchi Machi Nagasaki 850-0842
Hotel Jal City Nagasaki invites guests to have pleasant stay by offering pleasing ambience, professional service and q... More hotel details
Hotel Majestic Nagasaki
1 Stars$123
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2-28 Minami Yamatemachi Nagasaki 850-0931
For a comfortable, pleasant and relaxing vacation in Nagasaki, Visitors can stay at Hotel Majestic Nagasaki. Along wit... More hotel details
Chisun Grand Sasebo Hotel
3 Stars$127
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5-24 Minatomachi Sasebo Nagasaki 857-0055
Chisun Grand Sasebo Hotel offers fine accommodation and modern amenities for travellers visiting to Sasebo. This prope... More hotel details
$142
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6-38 Motoshikkui-machi Nagasaki 850-1801
Whether it is a weekend retreat or longer stay, The Richmond Hotel The Highlands is the perfect place to reside. Nagas... More hotel details
$162
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740 Kashimae-Cho Sasebo Nagasaki 858-8589
Kujukushima Kanko Hotel Nagasaki provides comfortable accommodation to cater for the needs of both business travellers... More hotel details
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