Nagasaki Lucky Tour Hidden Christian Village with Local Food

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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the hidden Christian villages of Sotome on a private Lucky Taxi tour, combining coastal scenery, World Cultural Heritage sites, and local culture linked to the film Silence. Visit historic villages such as Shitsu and Ono with a knowledgeable guide, exploring churches and learning about the region’s unique history. Enjoy a hands-on Kankoro mochi–making experience using locally grown sweet potatoes, with freshly made mochi to taste and take home, followed by a special Kankoro mochi–themed Sotome-style lunch.

The tour also includes a visit to the Shusaku Endo Literary Museum, offering insight into the author of Silence and sweeping ocean views, and a stop at the Sotome Sunset Hill Roadside Station for local produce and popular regional souvenirs.

Vehicles: Transportation is provided by Standard Taxi (up to 2 guests), Alphard (up to 4 guests), or Jumbo Taxi (up to 8 guests). If an Alphard is unavailable, a Jumbo Taxi will be arranged.

What's Included

Consumption tax
Taxi round-trip fare (6 Hours)
Driver Guide fee
Lunch
Facility admission fee
Tolls & parking fees

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please provide your starting location (e.g., hotel name). Complimentary pickup is available for guests staying within central Nagasaki City. The team will wait for you at your designated hotel.

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Meeting point
Nagasaki Station

The driver will be carrying a nameplate with your name for easy identification.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Kurosaki Church in Nagasaki is a historic Catholic church known for its simple wooden architecture and its connection to the hidden Christian heritage of the region.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Visit Shitsu Church, a historic church in Sotome closely associated with the hidden Christian communities of Nagasaki, and the Father de Rotz Memorial Museum, which introduces the life and achievements of Father Marc Marie de Rotz, who supported the local community through social welfare and industry development. Afterward, enjoy a hands-on Kankoro mochi–making experience using locally grown sweet potatoes, learning the traditional pounding process from start to finish. Freshly made mochi can be enjoyed on the spot and taken home as a souvenir, and the experience includes a special Sotome-style lunch featuring creative and delicious dishes made with Kankoro mochi.

    2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Ono Church in Nagasaki is a historic Catholic church closely linked to the hidden Christian heritage of the region, known for its simple architecture and its role as a place of faith quietly preserved over generations.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Visit the Shusaku Endo Literary Museum, dedicated to renowned Japanese author Shusaku Endo, best known for his novel 'Silence,' which depicts the history and spiritual struggles of hidden Christians in Nagasaki. Located on a hill overlooking the coast, the museum offers insight into Endo’s life, works, and deep connection to this region, along with sweeping panoramic views of the open sea stretching to the horizon.

    50 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Stop at the Sotome Sunset Hill Roadside Station, a popular local rest stop where you can browse and shop for regional products. The station offers a wide selection of local produce and processed goods, with jams made from locally grown agricultural products being especially popular as souvenirs.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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