Touring World Heritage Sites
See World Heritage Site Gunkanjima up close! Gunkanjima Landing and Cruise Tours

Touring World Heritage Sites
See World Heritage Site Gunkanjima up close! Gunkanjima Landing and Cruise Tours-1

Gunkanjima Landing and Cruise Tours take visitors on a tour of the World Heritage Site of Gunkanjima and its surrounding islands, Takashima and Nakanoshima!
Gunkanjima, which once prospered from coal mining but is now in ruins, attracts many visitors. In 2009, 37 years after the closure of the mine, the ban on landing on the island was lifted, allowing visitors to see it up close.
Guides provide detailed explanations, so you can enjoy the historic Gunkanjima to the fullest. Now, let's start the 2.5-hour cruise!

  • Required Time:5 hours
  • Means of Transportation:by ferry, walk
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Nagasaki Port

The maritime gateway to Nagasaki City
Nagasaki Port-1

It is the gateway to the sea used by local and remote islanders as well as visitors.
Ferries and high-speed boats are convenient to the Goto Islands, Ioujima, Takashima, and other outlying islands. For sightseers, round-trip sightseeing boats such as the Gunkanjima Cruise and the Nagasaki Port Tour are recommended.
Depending on the operating company, there are various plans available, such as a set plan that includes round-trip boat fare and accommodation, or a one-day plan that includes a regular sightseeing bus. Take advantage of various plans and discounts to enjoy your trip at a reasonable price.

Ferry Company Information
 Yamasa Kaiun Tel. 095-822-5002
 Gunkanjima Concierge Tel. 095-895-9300
 Takashima Traffic Advisory Tel. 095-827-2470
 Seaman Company Tel. 095-818-1105
 Dainana Ebisu Maru Tel. 090-8225-8107

Please check the information provided by each tour company for the meeting place.

Address 〒850-0035 長崎県長崎市元船町17-3

Nagasaki Port Tour

Now it's time to set sail! Nagasaki's scenery from the sea is full of different charms!
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Visitors can enjoy the unique scenery of Nagasaki, including the exotic Nagasaki cityscape and the huge dock of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.

Passing under the Megami Ohashi Bridge, heading for Nagasaki Bay toward Gunkanjima

A special view that can only be seen from the sea.
Passing under the Megami Ohashi Bridge, heading for Nagasaki Bay toward Gunkanjima-1

Soon after setting sail, the Giant Cantilever Crane, a constituent part of the World Heritage Site, appears right in front of you! The giant crane, which is still in operation, is a very powerful sight.
Beyond the crane, the Megami Ohashi Bridge connects the two shores of Nagasaki Port. At night, the bridge is illuminated, making it a popular spot for viewing the beautiful night scenery.

Takashima - Nakanoshima

Cruising with a view of the islands located next to Gunkanjima
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In front of Gunkanjima are Takashima and Nakanoshima.
Some tours include landing on Takashima, and visitors can learn about the history of coal mining at the Coal Museum on the island.

View Gunkanjima from the sea

The exterior of the high-rise reinforced concrete buildings is a sight to behold.
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While enjoying a cruise through the magnificent ocean, Gunkanjima comes into view. Finally, you see the island of undersea coal mines that supported Japan's modernization and is registered as a World Heritage Site!

Tour around Gunkanjima

Impressed by the close-up view of Gunkanjima!
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From inside the ship, you can see parts of the island that cannot be seen on land.
You can also enjoy a full view of Gunkanjima as the ship slowly circles the island.

Landing on Hashima Island (Gunkanjima)

Non-stop excitement!
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It's time to finally set foot on the highly anticipated Gunkanjima!
You can visit Japan's oldest 7F reinforced concrete high-rise apartment building, which used to be the miners' residence, and the union office where the bathhouse for miners used to be. The sight of many collapsed buildings tells the history of prosperity and decline, and makes one feel deeply moved.

Address 851-1315 長崎県長崎市高島町端島
TEL 095-822-8888(長崎市コールセンターあじさいコール)

Nagasaki Port

The sea gateway to Nagasaki City
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The Nagasaki Port Terminal has a restaurant and a store selling a variety of Nagasaki specialties such as castella and Sara Udon, making it a great place to spend some quality time while you wait.
In addition, various events such as flea markets and concerts are held at the adjacent Okunchi Plaza! The observation deck next to the 20-meter-high sphere offers a panoramic view of Nagasaki Port, and the wooden deck is used as a space for people to relax.

Address 〒850-0035 長崎県長崎市元船町17-3

Approx. 5 min. walk

[Lunch] Nagasaki Dejima Wharf

Popular bayside location with a resort-like atmosphere overlooking Nagasaki Port and Mt. Inasa
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Nagasaki Dejima Wharf, a commercial complex opened in 2000 in the Nagasaki Port Bay Area to commemorate the 400th anniversary of Japan-Dutch exchange. It is a spot where visitors can enjoy a resort-like atmosphere while viewing the sea and night scenery!

A wide variety of restaurants and bars line the two-story building by the sea. There are many stylish and unique restaurants such as a restaurant where you can taste fresh local seafood gourmet delicacies and a famous café popular for its latte art! You can enjoy a meal on an open terrace while feeling the sea breeze, and take your time to enjoy the ever-changing colors of the harbor. On fine days, it is also perfect for jogging or walking with your pets.

  • Address 850-0862 長崎県長崎市出島町1-1-109
    TEL 095-828-3939
    Hours of Operation For details, please directly contact each store.
    Closed For details, please directly contact each store.
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Address 850-0862 長崎県長崎市出島町1-1-109
TEL 095-828-3939
Hours of Operation For details, please directly contact each store.
Closed For details, please directly contact each store.

Approx. 15 min. walk

Gunkanjima Digital Museum

The latest digital technologies such as 3D, VR, and MR take you back in time to the Gunkanjima of those days!
Gunkanjima Digital Museum-1

Hashima Coal Mine (commonly known as "Gunkanjima") was registered as a World Heritage Site in 2015 as a site of Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution.
The latest digital technology recreates the lively atmosphere of the island, which had the world's highest population density at the time, and off-limits areas that cannot be seen during landing tours! The museum offers visitors the opportunity to experience the island through 30-meter-long projection mapping and the latest VR technology.

Children to grownups can enjoy the many and varied contents that use touch panels, projection mapping, AR, and other forms of technology. These include the "3D Walking Tour of Gunkanjima," which offers a walk through Gunkanjima built in the form of a 3D model that can be controlled using a mouse and controller, and "Gunkanjima VR," which uses VR to stimulate a virtual landing in a restricted area, filmed in 2021. 

  • Address 850-0921 長崎県長崎市松が枝町5-6
    TEL 095-895-5000
    Hours of Operation 9:00~17:00(Last entry at 16:30)
    Closed Irregular holiday
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Address 850-0921 長崎県長崎市松が枝町5-6
TEL 095-895-5000
Hours of Operation 9:00~17:00(Last entry at 16:30)
Closed Irregular holiday

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