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By Travel Japan Together
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$526 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
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Overview

  • Begin your journey at Sasebo’s historic port area, where you can enjoy views of the harbour, naval vessels, and surrounding islands.

    Next, explore the lively Sasebo Yonkacho Shopping Arcade, a covered street filled with local shops, cafés, and snack stalls. This area reflects Sasebo’s warm community feel and unique mix of Japanese and American culture, thanks to the nearby US naval base.

    No visit to Sasebo is complete without trying the famous Sasebo Burger, a local speciality created through cross-cultural fusion—custom-made, juicy, and utterly satisfying. Pair it with a visit to a local park like Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort, where you can take a short cruise through the beautiful “99 Islands” or just relax by the waterfront.

    Round off your tour with a peaceful walk at Tenkaiho Observatory, offering panoramic views of the island-dotted sea and sunset (weather permitting).

Activity location

  • Sasebo Port
    • ポートサイドテラス 5
    • 857-0855, Sasebo, Nagasaki, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 7-Eleven Sasebo Yorozu Town 6
    • 44
    • 857-0877, Sasebo, Nagasaki, Japan

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Tour with Public Transport

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Public Transport

Language options: English
Price details
AU$526.02 x 1 AdultAU$526.02
Total
Price is AU$526.02
Until Fri, 28 Aug

Tour with Private Vehicle

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Private Vehicle

Language options: English
Price details
AU$1,227.37 x 1 AdultAU$1,227.37
Total
Price is AU$1,227.37
Until Fri, 28 Aug

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    English-speaking guide
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fees
  • Exclusions
    Transport fees
  • Exclusions
    Private transport
  • Exclusions
    Guide's necessary expenses during the tour

Know before you book

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Sasebo Port

  • 1h 30m
Begin your tour at Sasebo Port, a historic naval port with a unique international atmosphere. You can see large vessels and enjoy a stroll along the waterfront at Sasebo Seaside Park. It is a great place to feel the sea breeze and learn about the city’s identity as a port town shaped by its naval history.

Yonkacho Shopping Center

  • 2h 30m
Explore Yonkacho Shopping Centre, famous for being the longest straight shopping arcade in Japan. This vibrant district is the heart of local life, offering a wide variety of shops from traditional crafts to modern fashion. It is the perfect place to enjoy a leisurely stroll, browse for unique souvenirs, and experience the warm hospitality and bustling atmosphere of Sasebo.

Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort

  • 2h 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Next, head to Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort, a beautiful gateway to the 208 islands of Kujukushima. This resort offers diverse ways to enjoy the national park. You can experience a sightseeing cruise through the intricate islands to feel the sea breeze, and visit the Umikirara aquarium, famous for its magical jellyfish symphony and dynamic outdoor dolphin pool. It is an ideal spot to fully immerse yourself in the marine beauty of Sasebo.

Tenkaiho

  • 1h 30m
End your tour at Tenkaiho Observatory, offering one of the most breathtaking views of the Kujukushima islands. From here, you can see a 180-degree panoramic view of the islands scattered across the blue sea. The observatory is also famous for its seasonal flower gardens, with nanohana (canola flowers) in spring and cosmos in autumn.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Sasebo Port
    • ポートサイドテラス 5
    • 857-0855, Sasebo, Nagasaki, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    7-Eleven Sasebo Yorozu Town 6
    • 44
    • 857-0877, Sasebo, Nagasaki, Japan

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