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Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown

長崎新地中華街

This historic Chinatown in Nagasaki, among Japan's oldest, was established by Chinese traders in the late 16th century with traditional architecture and Chinese New Year festivities.

Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown at Night
Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown at Night © 663highland, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Opening hours
Mon–Sun10:00–21:00
Holidays10:00–21:00
Admission
EveryoneFree
Links
Official websiteJapanese
Access
10-13, Shinchimachi, Nagasaki City, Nagasaki
〒 850-0842
How to get there
Nearest 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.

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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What's On here

Upcoming events at this place

Festival

Nagasaki Lantern Festival

The festival illuminates Nagasaki's streets with around 15,000 Chinese lanterns, some reaching 10 metres, celebrating Lunar New Year traditions.

6–23 Feb 2027 · Dates not yet confirmedNagasaki
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The only Confucius temple in Japan built in full Chinese style, put up in 1893 by the Qing government and the Chinese community of Nagasaki.

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A Chinese temple in Nagasaki founded in 1629 by merchants from Fujian, with two buildings that are National Treasures.

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