This is a private guided tour report by Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.), a network of 1,000+ government-licensed, English-speaking local guides across all 47 prefectures of Japan. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.

Tour Itinerary

  • 08:15 Matsugae International Terminal
  • 08:30 Nagasaki Museum of History and Culture
  • 10:20 Suwa Shrine (from the vehicle window)
  • 10:30 Oura Cathedral
  • 11:15 Chinatown (2 people get off)
  • 11:40 Nagasaki Stadium City
  • 14:00 Matsugae International Terminal (disband)

Tour Itinerary in Detail

From there the group visited Matsugae International Terminal at 08:15, Nagasaki Museum of History and Culture at 08:30, Suwa Shrine (from the vehicle window) at 10:20, Oura Cathedral at 10:30, Chinatown (2 people get off) at 11:15, Nagasaki Stadium City at 11:40 and Matsugae International Terminal (disband) at 14:00.

Title: What Can You See on a Private Car Tour of Nagasaki? A Licensed Guide's Report

Even though this was a tour with a vehicle, given the extreme heat and the fact that some of the guests were older, both the guide and the guests prioritized finishing the day without any problems. For this reason, I focused as much as possible on indoor facilities.

At the Nagasaki Museum of History and Culture, the guests took a great interest in the history and culture of Nagasaki, carefully viewing each and every exhibit. At Oura Cathedral, I asked the guests whether it was all right to take them there since there are stairs, and they said they would give it a try at that point, so I took them there once. Meanwhile, some of the guests rested at a nearby café during that time.

After that, some of the guests said they would like to relax in Chinatown, so I parted ways with them there.

Nagasaki Stadium City was very well received!! We had a meal together at a terrace seat overlooking the stadium. As I am personally a supporter of the football team, I was very happy that they enjoyed it. Since the guests had already visited Hiroshima beforehand, there was a request to go somewhere other than the Atomic Bomb Museum, so instead I explained the history of why the stadium is called the Peace Stadium, and we were able to reflect together on peace through football.

Hello, I’m Rikako, but please call me Coco. It would be my absolute pleasure to show you around my hometown of Nagasaki. Having performed in the Nagasaki Kunchi Festival in my childhood, I developed a deep interest in history and cultural exchange. This motivated me to become a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter during my university years. Since then, I have gained valuable experience—from assisting ambassadors at the Nagasaki Peace Memorial Ceremony to handling a wide variety of tours, including private and coach tours, site inspections, international conference support, and VIP hospitality.
Explaining about Nagasaki’s history and culture is the most important to me. It is not only about this. I would love to provide genuine care so that your time in Nagasaki remains in your heart forever.
I’m truly looking forward to guiding you in Nagasaki 🙂

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