Hamamachi Arcade — Local services in Nagasaki

We stopped by Hamamachi Arcade during our visit to Nagasaki, and it turned out to be a great place to take a break from sightseeing. It’s the city’s main shopping street—a long, covered arcade packed with shops, cafés, restaurants, and local stores. What I liked most was that it wasn’t overly commercial like some other city arcades. It had a nice mix of modern shops and traditional local businesses, which made it feel both convenient and charming.

We spent some time browsing through clothing stores, souvenir shops, and even popped into a local bakery for a quick snack. There were also some regional specialties available, so it’s a good place to pick up omiyage (souvenirs) if you’re on your way out of the city. It’s all covered too, so it’s a perfect spot to visit if the weather turns rainy.

It’s not a must-see in the same way as Nagasaki’s historical sites, but it’s a nice place to unwind, do a bit of shopping, and feel the rhythm of local life. Whether you’re grabbing a coffee, people-watching, or just looking for something light and casual in between sightseeing spots, Hamamachi Arcade is...

It is an old and quaint shopping street, with several side streets shooting off at different intersections.

You can find a wide range of items, including drug stores, convenience shops and restaurants, especially for Chinese food.

At the front, there is a shop selling braised pork buns, which are worth a try. We liked visiting the 3Cent, Daiso and drug stores, which have so...

It’s a shopping gallery formed by many covered streets - just like other ones you will find thru the whole Japan. Nothing really special or unique, to be honest. I read many travelling blogs talking about it as a huge thing to visit. Go only if you have time and energy - something that you might not have with so many hills in the town...