Battleship Island Cruise Experience (Nagasaki)

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  • Explore the impressive, time-tested architecture on Battleship Island.
  • As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this landmark once symbolized Japan's rapid industrialization.
  • Stroll along the concrete seawall that has protected the island for over a century.

What to expect

Explore the iconic Hashima Island, commonly known as Gunkanjima or Battleship Island. Designated as a World Heritage Site of the Meiji Industrial Revolution due to its significant impact on Japanese cultural heritage. One of Nagasaki’s 500+ uninhabited islands, it once symbolized Japan’s rapid industrialization in the 20th century. Wander its open grounds, where abandoned buildings remain as they were. You will also learn that the site was originally known for its undersea coal mines operated in the 1890s. It has also served as a filming location for many popular American production companies, such as Netflix, the History Network, and the Science Channel.

It resembles a warship in shape, hence the name Battleship Island.
Hashima Island, also known as Gunkanjima (Battleship Island) due to its resemblance to a warship.
Take a cruise to Battleship Island
Take a cruise to Battleship Island
Nagasaki Gunkanjima (Battleship Island) Cruise Experience
Visit Gunkanjima Island and, with a guide, view the ruins and learn about the island's history.
First, please check in at the Battleship Island Digital Pavilion.
First, please check in at the Battleship Island Digital Pavilion.
You can learn more about Gunkanjima Island at the Gunkanjima Digital Archive.
You can learn more about Gunkanjima Island at the Gunkanjima Digital Archive.
VR experience in the Digital Dome
VR experience programs are also available inside the Digital Center (at your own expense).

Good to know

  • If you choose the morning cruise, you must check in at the Gunkanjima Digital Museum by 10:00 AM (Reception hours: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM) ※Departs from Tokiwa Port at 10:30 AM
  • If you choose the afternoon cruise, you must check in at the Gunkanjima Digital Museum by 1:00 PM (Reception hours: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM) ※Departs from Tokiwa Port at 1:40 PM [Morning Cruise Itinerary] 09:00-10:00 Check-in at Gunkanjima Digital Museum 10:00-10:15 Proceed to Tokiwa Port for boarding 10:15 Boarding begins 10:30 Departure from the pier, enjoy the Gunkanjima landing tour 13:10 Return to Tokiwa Port [Afternoon Cruise Itinerary] 12:00-13:00 Check-in at Gunkanjima Digital Museum 13:00-13:20 Proceed to Tokiwa Port for boarding 13:20 Boarding begins 13:40 Departure from the pier, enjoy the Gunkanjima landing tour 16:20 Return to Tokiwa Port

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