Evening Foodie Walk through Nagasaki's Backstreets

The best evening foodie tour in Nagasaki (if we say so ourselves!). Far from just a night out, this tour takes you on a journey through three different styles of 'izakaya' (Japanese bars) - each with its own character and atmosphere. At every stop, you’ll enjoy a drink, with the first two stops also including delicious dishes or snacks. To make the experience even more authentic, you’ll get to try a unique, quirky payment method just for drinking that originated here in Kyushu - a tradition still loved by locals today. By combining food, drinks and culture, this tour offers a deeper dive into Nagasaki’s vibrant nightlife than a regular pub/bar crawl would.

Itinerary

1. Meganebashi (Spectacles Bridge) is a beautiful stone arch bridge built in 1839 over the Nakashima River in Nagasaki. Its twin arches and their reflection in the water create the shape of a pair of eyeglasses, giving the bridge its name. It is the oldest stone arch bridge in Japan and a beloved historical landmark, perfect for photos and a peaceful riverside walk. (5 min)
2. Hamanomachi Arcade is Nagasaki’s largest shopping street, a long covered arcade lined with fashion boutiques, souvenir shops, cafés, and restaurants. It’s a lively place to shop, try local foods, and enjoy a relaxed stroll protected from the weather.
3. Shianbashi Yokocho is a lively nightlife district in Nagasaki, filled with small bars, izakayas, and local restaurants. Its nostalgic lantern-lit alleys offer an authentic taste of Nagasaki’s food and drinking culture, perfect for an evening stroll or bar hopping. (2h 0min) Admission included

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