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.

1. 1

   Spectacles Bridge (Meganebashi)

   5 min

   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.

2. 2

   Hamamachi Arcade (Hamanmachi Shopping Street)

   Pass by

   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. 3

   Shianbashi Alley

   2 hours

   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.

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• The legal drinking age in Japan is 20. For under 20s, soft drinks can be provided.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.