Nagasaki
Nagasaki is a SUB AREA in Tokyo, Tokyo.
Nagasaki, a city cradled by hills and the sea, offers a poignant blend of history, international culture, and natural beauty. Walk through the serene Glover Garden, a hillside open-air museum of Western-style homes, and ride the ropeway up Mount Inasa for a breathtaking night view of the harbor. The city's tragic past is honored at the Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Museum, while its vibrant Chinatown and Dejima island reveal centuries of global trade. Savor local specialties like champon (noodle soup) and castella sponge cake. With its unique fusion of Japanese, Chinese, and European influences, Nagasaki is a deeply moving and unforgettable destination.
Best time to visit Nagasaki
Spring (March-May) and autumn (October-November) offer mild weather and beautiful cherry blossoms or autumn leaves. Summer is hot and humid with typhoon risk, while winter is cool and less crowded.
October
NowTypical for October
- Weather
- Mild 16-23°C
Travel notes
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Prices
- Moderate
Autumn colors, comfortable.
Know before you go
Getting there
Nagasaki Airport
Domestic & International
18 km away
Fukuoka Airport
International
150 km away
Getting around
Stay connected
WiFi speed
30 Mbps
Mobile data
Excellent
WiFi
Widely available in city centre and cafes
Local SIM
Local SIM available at airport from $5
Stay safe
Overall
9/10Very low crime; occasional touts near tourist spots.
Night safety
8/10Very low crime; occasional touts near tourist spots.
Transport
9/10Scam risk
7/10Entry and health
Health information
Culture
Local customs
Costs and practicals
Cost level
Meals
Hotels
Local transport
Cost notes
Timezone
Local time 00:22
More facts
Population
18,260
Type
Suburb
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Frequently Asked Questions
Also known as: Nagasaki, nagasaki, zhang qi, ながさき, ナガサキ, 長崎, 420000, 長崎県, ناغاساكي, prefektura Nagasaki, Präfektur Nagasaki, Nagasaki Prefecture, Nagasako, Prefectura de Nagasaki, Préfecture de Nagasaki, Prefettura di Nagasaki, 나가사키현, Prefeitura de Nagasaki, Нагасаки, Префектура Наґасакі, 长崎县, JP-42, ながさきけん, ナガサキケン, Nagasaki-ken, 長崎縣, Nagaszaki prefektúra, Prefektur Nagasaki, Chángqí Xiàn

