Introducing the top 10 unmissable local gourmet dishes from the Nagasaki region.

Introducing the top 10 unmissable local gourmet dishes from the Nagasaki region.
When visiting the Nagasaki region, be sure to enjoy the authentic local gourmet dishes at their best.

Table of Contents

Nagasaki Champon
Sasebo Burger
Turkish Rice
Nagasaki Sara Udon
Goto Udon
Kujukushima Oyster Rice
Shimabara Hand-Stretched Somen
Hatoshi
Taishu Soba
Kanzarashi

No.1

Nagasaki Champon

A local favorite born in Nagasaki City, Nagasaki Champon

Nagasaki Champon (長崎ちゃんぽん) is a beloved dish originating in Nagasaki City, celebrated as a representative local cuisine since the Meiji era. This hearty noodle dish is packed with ingredi...

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No.2

Sasebo Burger

A burger so big, it leaves you in awe! A famous specialty from Nagasaki

Sasebo Burger (佐世保バーガー, Sasebo bāgā) has its origins back in the 1950s when American Navy personnel stationed in Japan introduced burger recipes. Over time, these burgers were adapted to sui...

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No.3

Turkish Rice

Often called the "kid's lunch for grown-ups," Turkish Rice

Turkish Rice (トルコライス, Toruko raisu) is a beloved specialty of Nagasaki, featuring a satisfying combination of dry curry (or sometimes pilaf or fried rice), a breaded pork cutlet, and spaghett...

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No.4

Nagasaki Sara Udon

Crunchy, golden-fried thin noodles topped with a steaming vegetable and seafood sauce

When it comes to Nagasaki's culinary delights, "Champon" often takes the spotlight. However, equally loved by locals, or perhaps even more so, is the noodle dish known as "Sara Udon" (長崎皿うどん,...

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No.5

Goto Udon

Thin noodles with a firm texture and smooth finish

Goto Udon (五島うどん, Goto udon) is recognized as one of Japan’s top three udon varieties, alongside Sanuki and Inaniwa udon. These thin noodles are surprisingly firm and resilient. A unique ch...

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No.6

Kujukushima Oyster Rice

A delightful dish infused with the richness of Kujukushima oysters

Kujukushima Oyster Rice (九十九島かき飯, Kujukushima kakimeshi) features the flavorful goodness of "sea milk"—as oysters are affectionately called due to their high protein and vitamin content. ...

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No.7

Shimabara Hand-Stretched Somen

Shimabara Hand-Stretched Somen: The Premier Brand of Somen Noodles

Shimabara Hand-Stretched Somen (島原手延べそうめん, Shimabara tenobe somen) stands apart from machine-made somen due to its meticulous crafting process. These noodles are carefully aged over tim...

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No.8

Hatoshi

A beloved specialty enjoyed as a side dish or snack

Hatoshi (ハトシ) is a traditional dish from Nagasaki. It features a savory shrimp paste filling wrapped in bread and deep-fried to golden perfection. Originally brought to Japan through trade wi...

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No.9

Taishu Soba

The authentic flavor of buckwheat passed down since the Jomon period

Taishu Soba (対州そば, Taishu soba) is a rare variety of buckwheat that is believed to have been introduced to Japan from the continent during the late Jomon period. Known for its exceptional taste...

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No.10

Kanzarashi

A specialty you can only taste in Shimabara

Kanzarashi (かんざらし) is a simple yet beloved traditional dish from Shimabara. It features small rice flour dumplings, boiled and then chilled in the region's fresh spring water, before being top...

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