Nagasaki is a port city on Japan's Kyushu island with a uniquely layered history — centuries of trade with China, Portugal, and the Netherlands left behind temples, cathedrals, and Western-style mansions, while August 9, 1945 marked it as the second city struck by an atomic bomb. Today Nagasaki blends solemn peace memorials with lively Chinatown streets, hillside tram rides, and some of Japan's most distinctive cuisine.
Top restaurants
Handpicked picks for the best dining experiences.
Shikairo (四海楼)
Popular Nagasaki Chinese / Champon restaurant in Nagasaki.
Known for: Birthplace of champon noodles (established 1899); fifth-floor harbor views
4-5 Matsuya-machi, Nagasaki, 850-0921
Yossou (よっそう)
Popular Nagasaki Champon restaurant in Nagasaki.
Known for: Locals' favorite champon since 1946; generous portions at low prices
8-20 Hikichi-machi, Nagasaki, 850-0036
Hamakatsu (浜かつ 思案橋店)
Popular Shippoku Ryori restaurant in Nagasaki.
Known for: Nagasaki's landmark shippoku banquet cuisine, blending Japanese, Chinese, and Dutch-Portuguese elements
6-50 Motofuna-machi, Nagasaki, 850-0037
Kouzanrou (江山楼 中華街本店)
Popular Nagasaki Chinese restaurant in Nagasaki.
Known for: Top-ranked champon restaurant in Chinatown; multiple floors with private rooms
13 Shinchi-machi, Nagasaki, 850-0842
Nagasaki Shippoku Hamakatsu Honten
Popular Shippoku Ryori restaurant in Nagasaki.
Known for: Authentic shippoku kaiseki in a 100-year-old Nagasaki merchant house
6-50 Motofuna-machi, Nagasaki, 850-0037
Tsuru Champon (つる茶ん)
Popular Nagasaki Champon / Toruko Rice restaurant in Nagasaki.
Known for: Nagasaki's oldest cafe (1925); home of Toruko rice — a uniquely Nagasaki fusion plate of pilaf, spaghetti, and tonkatsu
1-1 Motofuna-machi, Nagasaki, 850-0037
Ishimatsu Champon
Popular Champon Noodles restaurant in Nagasaki.
Known for: Reliable neighborhood champon near Nagasaki Station; popular with locals
2-11 Daikoku-machi, Nagasaki, 850-0057
Nagasaki Hamakatsu Hamabou
Popular Tonkatsu / Japanese restaurant in Nagasaki.
Known for: Beloved local tonkatsu chain; great for a filling lunch in the Hamanomachi area
2-9 Hama-no-machi, Nagasaki, 850-0036
Restaurants by cuisine
Browse picks grouped by cuisine type.
Japanese
Nagasaki Champon
Shippoku Ryori
Western
Champon Noodles
Craft Beer
Fusion
Italian
Ramen
Seafood
Shippoku
Dining etiquette & tips
Navigate the local food scene confidently.
Tipping practices vary — check local customs. Service charge is often included.
Restaurants may close between lunch and dinner. Plan meals around local dining hours.
Popular restaurants may not take reservations — arrive early or be prepared to wait.
Food budget guide
What to expect at different price points.
| Level | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | $5-15/meal | Street food, local eateries, and simple restaurants. |
| Mid-range | $15-40/meal | Sit-down restaurants with good service and varied menus. |
| Upscale | $40+/meal | Fine dining, international cuisine, and premium experiences. |