Kyushu Nagasaki Lantern Festival Day Tour | Peace Park & Shinchi Chinatown (Departing from Fukuoka)
- Depart from Hakata for a round-trip day tour with no transfers, providing easy and direct access to Nagasaki City with a relaxed itinerary.
- Visit the Nagasaki Peace Park, an iconic site symbolizing peace, and experience the profound historical background of Nagasaki.
- Enjoy ample free time in Shinchi Chinatown—approximately 5 hours to explore at your leisure, taste Nagasaki Chinese cuisine, shop, or take photos.
- A limited-time tour available only during specific dates in February 2026; seize the opportunity to experience the charm of Nagasaki.
- Ideal for independent travelers; the itinerary is straightforward and flexible, perfect for couples, friends, or those looking to explore the city in depth.
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Transfer from meeting point |
| Departure Time | Late Departure (After 9 am) |
| Luggage limit | 1 piece |
| Minimum participant requirement | 6 travelers |
| Meal arrangement | Arrange yourself |
| Family-friendly | Free for children under 2 (no seat) |
| Sightseeing type | City walking tour, Bus tour |
| Transport | Bus tour |
Product Info
- Tour Information -
- Meeting Time: 11:50
- Meeting Point: In front of the LAWSON convenience store on the 1st floor of the Oriental Hotel at JR Hakata Station Chikushi Exit
- Departure Time: 12:00
- Tour Introduction -
Departure Period: February 6, 2026 (Fri) - February 23, 2026 (Mon) [18 days in total]
• 12:00 Depart from Hakata Station
• 14:00 Nagasaki Peace Park & Izumiya (approx. 30 minutes)
• 15:00 Shinchi Chinatown (approx. 5 hours of free time)
• 20:00 Meet up
• 22:00 Arrive at Hakata Station, tour ends
- Attraction Introduction -
- Nagasaki Peace Park
Nagasaki Peace Park is a significant memorial site established to honor the victims of the 1945 atomic bombing, offering a solemn and tranquil atmosphere. The park features the Peace Statue and numerous monuments from around the world, symbolizing a prayer for lasting peace. A daytime visit allows for a deeper understanding of Nagasaki's historical background and a chance to experience the city's unique cultural atmosphere.
- Izumiya
Izumiya is a long-established and famous local confectionery shop in Nagasaki, renowned for its authentic Nagasaki Castella. The shop offers a variety of classic and limited-edition flavors in exquisite packaging, making them perfect as travel souvenirs. A short stop allows you to easily pick up some treats and add a touch of local flavor to your trip.
- Shinchi Chinatown (Limited-Time Lantern Festival)
Shinchi Chinatown is one of the three major Chinatowns in Japan. Every February, in conjunction with winter events, the area hosts a limited-time lantern festival. Once the lights are turned on at night, the streets are adorned with colorful illuminations, creating a vibrant festive atmosphere that is completely different from the daytime. The itinerary includes about 5 hours of free time, allowing travelers to enjoy the night view of the lantern festival, taste Nagasaki-style Chinese cuisine, shop, and take photos, all while leisurely soaking in the charm of a winter night in Nagasaki.
Lighting Ceremony: Daily at 18:00, lighting hours are 17:00-22:00, lights turn off at 21:00 on February 23.
• Dragon Dance Performance: Held daily during the event period, experience the lively atmosphere of traditional dragon dancing.
• Emperor Parade: Route starts from Central Park to Minato Park (dates subject to adjustment).
• Mazu Procession: Route 1 from Confucius Temple to Central Park, Route 2 from Central Park to Confucius Temple (dates subject to adjustment).
• Handmade Lantern Experience Area (Flower Lanterns): Located at Bernard Kanko-dori (approx. 8 minutes walk from the main venue).
• Nagasaki Confucius Temple: Opening hours 9:30-18:00 (last admission 17:30), Admission: Adults 660 JPY / High School Students 440 JPY / Elementary & Middle School Students 330 JPY (approx. 11 minutes walk from the main venue).
Nagasaki Peace Park: A memorial park established to commemorate the victims of the atomic bombing. The park features a peace prayer statue and many monuments, symbolizing the wish for world peace, and is one of Nagasaki's most representative historical sites.
Izumiya: A well-known local confectionery brand in Nagasaki, famous for its Nagasaki Castella cake. Visitors can purchase souvenirs and sample classic local sweets here.
Shinchi Chinatown: Shinchi Chinatown is one of the three major Chinatowns in Japan. Every February, in conjunction with winter activities, the district will hold a limited-time lantern festival.
Purchase Notice
- Infants and toddlers under 3 years old can participate for free (no seats available).
- Each passenger may bring a maximum of one piece of luggage free of charge. Please indicate this when making your reservation. If you bring luggage without prior notice at least one day in advance, it may cause overcrowding in the carriage and affect driving safety. In such cases, the service provider reserves the right to refuse your boarding, and the fee will not be refunded. Thank you for your understanding.
[Tourism Conditions]
Travel departure point & destination: Fukuoka & Nagasaki
Trip duration: Day trip
Transportation: Chartered bus
Bus company name: Torobus
Meals: Breakfast 0 times, Lunch 0 times, Dinner 0 times
Accommodation facilities: None
Minimum group size: 6
Team Leader: 1
Tour guide: 0
【Travel Planning/Implementation】
Name of the operating company: (Co., Ltd.) Japan Teleport Co., Ltd.
Address: 603 Tenjin-Shigematsu Building, 3-4-8 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City 810-0001, Japan
License Number: Osaka Prefecture Governor's Registered Travel Agent No. 2-2181
Travel Association Name: National Travel Association (Osaka Prefecture Branch) Regular Member; All Travel (Osaka Prefecture Travel Association) Regular Member; JATA is a cooperative member.
Reminders
A minimum of 6 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 4 day(s) before the departure date
In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 12:00). Notifications will then be sent via email
Travelers with the following conditions or other health issues that could be worsened by excessive stimulation should not participate in this activity: Heart disease, Asthma
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
The sightseeing bus tour is a group tour, so please be sure to adhere to the meeting time at each meeting point to avoid delaying other passengers' itinerary.
In the event of severe weather such as typhoons or natural disasters, the entire trip may be temporarily cancelled. In such cases, guests will be notified by email and a full refund will be issued.
After the tour, you may choose not to return to the departure point by bus, but please indicate this in the remarks column in advance; if you decide to do so on the spot, please sign the Chinese/English waiver before leaving the group.
There are no toilets on the bus, but staff will guide you to the toilets at each attraction, so please don't worry.
If you wish to change your departure date 7 days after successful booking, please contact customer service separately. (Please understand that there may be situations where changes cannot be made.)
Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes for the tour. Please take good care of your personal valuables; we cannot compensate for any loss of valuables during the trip.
For smaller groups, a VIP vehicle with a driver/guide will be used. Please be aware that this is a shared ride service; other guests will be traveling with you, and parking is not allowed outside of tourist attractions.
Depending on the traffic conditions on the day, the end time may be delayed or other unforeseen circumstances may occur. It is not recommended for guests who are flying on the same day to participate in this tour. Our company will not be held responsible for any delays caused to guests' flights.
Depending on the weather and traffic conditions, the closing time may be extended or shortened.
Lighting Ceremony at Sun Hung Kai Properties' Chinatown Venue: Lights will be turned on together at 18:00 daily, from 17:00 to 22:00, and will be turned off at 21:00 on February 23.
Dragon dance performance: Held daily during the event, allowing you to experience the lively atmosphere of traditional dragon dance.
Emperor's Parade: The route starts from Central Park and ends at Minato Park (subject to change).
Mazu procession: Route 1 starts from Confucius Temple to Central Park, Route 2 starts from Central Park to Confucius Temple (date to be adjusted).
Handmade Lantern Experience Area (Floral Lanterns): Located on Bernard Sightseeing Pass (about an 8-minute walk from the main venue).
Nagasaki Confucius Temple: Opening hours 9:30-18:00 (last admission 17:30), ticket price: adults 660 yen / high school students 440 yen / elementary and junior high school students 330 yen (about 11 minutes walk from the main venue).
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 4 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- For cancellations made 2 to 3 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–1 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.
