Nagasaki Departure: Feel the Past on Gunkanjima Battleship Island Adventure
Nagasaki Departure: Feel the Past on Gunkanjima Battleship Island Adventure
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Highlights
Historical Significance
Discover the abandoned mining town of Gunkanjima, known as Battleship Island.
Learn about its rich history and significance as a UNESCO World Heritage site,
recognizing its importance in Japan's industrial heritage.Scenic Ferry Ride
Enjoy breathtaking views of Nagasaki Port and surrounding islands during the
ferry journey to and from Gunkanjima.English-Speaking Guide
An English-speaking guide will accompany you throughout the tour.
Benefit from expert guides who will share captivating stories and insights
about Gunkanjima's history and significance.Meeting Point at Nagasaki Station
Begin your tour directly from Nagasaki Station, with easy access to the port
for the Gunkanjima tour. A guide will be waiting at JR Nagasaki Station, in
front of Ticket Gate (Midori Madoguchi).
Gunkanjima Digital Museum
The museum offers a comprehensive learning experience about Gunkanjima's history, its coal mining past, and its significance as a UNESCO World Heritage site. It's particularly valuable for those unable to visit the actual island due to weather conditions or accessibility issues. The Gunkanjima Digital Museum provides an engaging and educational experience, making it a popular attraction for both children and adults interested in Japan's industrial heritage and modern history
Nagasaki Battleship Island
Nagasaki Battleship Island, officially known as Hashima Island (端島) or simply Hashima, is a small abandoned island located about 15 kilometers from the center of Nagasaki City, Japan. t's commonly referred to as Gunkanjima (軍艦島), which translates to "Battleship Island" in English, due to its distinctive silhouette resembling a warship. Until 1974, the island served as a coal mine, and more than 5000 residents called the 480 meter long, 150 meter wide island home, resulting in the highest population density in history recorded worldwide. Gunkanjima was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in July 2015 as part of the "Sites of Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution".
Itinerary
10:20 Meeting at the Nagsaki Station (in front of the Nagasaki City General Tourist Information Center )
12:20 PM: Arrive at Motofune-machi, Nagasaki Port
1:00 PM: Board the Gunkanjima cruise and join the landing tour
3:30 PM: Return to the hotel or Nagasaki Station
4:00 PM: Arrive back at Nagasaki Station
What's included
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NOT INCLUDED
Additional information
This tour is a private tour. We can accommodate groups from a minimum of 2 to a maximum of 7 people.
No refunds will be issued in case the customer doesn't show up at the meeting spot on time.
We accept only children above 6 years old to join the tour.
If you are bringing children of elementary school age, please sign and submit the Parent/Guardian Pledge.
Please keep your children staying with you at all the time during the whole
tour including in the ship or on the island.
Due to the rule from Nagasaki city, preschooler who is under 6 years old, is not allowed to go to the deck place. And please have the seats inside. And for parents, please have seats inside with your children (at least one adult accompany).
In summer, the temperature is often up to 40℃ ,also, very cold and windy
in winter in Gunkanjima. Please take care of your children well.
Location
GBP 121.83
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