Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

We accept only children above 3 years old to join the tour. If you are bringing children of elementary school age or preschool age, please sign and submit the Parent/Guardian Pledge.

Due to the rule from Nagasaki city, preschooler who is under 6 years old, is not allowed to go to the deck place. And please have the seats inside. And for parents, please have seats inside with your children (at least one adult accompany).

In summer, the temperature is often up to 40℃, also, very cold and windy in winter in Gunkanjima.

A reason on the safety can't use an umbrella in the tour facilities in GUNKANJIMA. Please bring a rain jacket and a raincoat on a rainy day.

The reflected light is very bright as there is no shade on the tour route, so we strongly recommend bringing a wide-brimmed hat and something to drink during the summer season. Please wear light and comfortable clothing.

Please put on sneakers or shoes with flat soles.

Landing time on the island is approximately 40–50 minutes, depending on wave conditions, in accordance with Nagasaki City regulations.

During your visit, you'll follow a 220-meter round-trip route, stopping at three designated viewing points where the guide will provide explanations using historical photos from the island's mining era.

If you have any disabilities (including handicaps) that may interfere with your ability to board the ship, or if you have a chronic illness or other medical condition, please let us know in advance so that we can determine if you can board the ship, because there is a risk that your condition may get worse.

You will observe the high-rise apartment buildings from the ship during the cruise around the island. On the island, you will be required to follow the instructions from the guide and safety guides, and move in a group.

Please note that, depending on the weather and sea conditions of the day, landing on Gunkanjima may not be possible even if conditions in the port are calm. This is because there is a great difference between the waves in Nagasaki Port and the waves around Gunkanjima. We will refund the ticket for the Gunkanjima Cruise if the ship's operation has been suspended.

In the event that the ship has departed from the port but landing on Gunkanjima is not possible due to high waves, the cruise will return to port early. We will refund the difference between the landing tour fee and the cruising tour fee.

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

This experience requires good weather.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.