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Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown

長崎新地中華街

Nagasaki Chinatown, among Japan's oldest, founded by Chinese traders in the late 16th century, with traditional architecture and Chinese New Year festivals.

Updated 2026/07/12
Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown at Night
Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown at Night © 663highland, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Opening hours
Mon–Sun 10:00–21:00
Holidays 10:00–21:00
Admission
Everyone Free
Links
Official website Japanese
Access
10-13, Shinchimachi, Nagasaki City, Nagasaki
〒 850-0842How to get there
Nearest stationShinchi Chinatown Station
新地中華街3 min walk from the station
Nearest bus stop新地1 min walk from the bus stop

Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown is a historic district located in the city of Nagasaki, Japan. It is one of the oldest Chinatowns in Japan and was established by Chinese traders who settled in the area in the late 16th century. The district features a variety of Chinese-style buildings, including temples, shops, and restaurants, as well as a Chinese-style archway known as the "Chinatown Gate" at its entrance. Visitors can experience Chinese culture and cuisine while walking through the district's narrow streets and alleys. The district is also known for its lively atmosphere and annual Chinese New Year celebrations.

What's on here

DateEventDetails
February 2027
6–23 Feb 2027Date to be confirmedNagasaki Lantern Festival

Getting There

Map: Getting to Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown. Legend: Nagasaki Main Line; Nishi Kyushu Shinkansen. Labelled stations: Kumamoto, Isahaya, Shin-Omura, Nishi-Urakami, Nagasaki, Ishibashi.

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