Dejima Dutch Trading Post
For 200 years during Japan's isolation period, this tiny fan-shaped artificial island was the only point of contact between Japan and the Western world. Dutch traders lived here under strict conditions; their books, clocks, and scientific instruments slowly changed Japan. The island has been meticulously reconstructed to its 1820s appearance, complete with furnished warehouses, a VOC flag, and Dutch gardens.
1–1.5 hours
¥520 adults (as of 2025); ¥1,100 from Apr 2026 (see official site)
8:00–21:00 (last entry 20:40); open year-round
Year-round
10 min walk from Nagasaki Station or tram to Dejima stop
Location
Why Visit
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The scale model in Building 3 shows exactly what Dejima looked like in the 1800s — use it to orient yourself
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Dutch texts brought through Dejima eventually launched Japanese Western medicine, astronomy, and painting
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The mini-Dejima replica model shop sells surprisingly affordable hand-crafted souvenirs made by local artisans
Local Tips
Dejima is fully reconstructed — every building has exhibits inside. The Dutch-period scale model near the entrance is the best way to understand the original layout. Evening lighting makes the facades particularly atmospheric. Combine with Glover Garden for a full Nagasaki colonial history day.
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