Champon is a noodle dish with Chinese origins, featuring a variety of ingredients such as seafood, pork, and vegetables in a starchy soup, served over noodles. ¹⁾

Sara Udon is a Nagasaki specialty where crispy noodles are topped with a stir-fried mix of vegetables, seafood, and meat, often flavored with a starchy sauce. ²⁾

Shippoku Ryori is a traditional multi-course meal in Nagasaki that incorporates Chinese, Western, and Japanese influences, showcasing the region's cultural diversity. ³⁾

Nagasaki Kunchi Manju is a type of steamed bun filled with sweet bean paste, typically enjoyed during the Nagasaki Kunchi festival. ⁴⁾

Turkish Rice is a Nagasaki dish inspired by Turkish cuisine. It consists of spiced rice topped with a variety of ingredients like kebabs, often served with a tangy sauce. ⁵⁾

Shippoku Sushi is a style of sushi unique to Nagasaki, featuring a combination of fresh seafood and vinegared rice, often served on lacquerware. ⁶⁾

Nagasaki's cuisine is a fascinating blend of different influences, reflecting the city's historical connections with various cultures. From unique noodle dishes to traditional sweets, Nagasaki offers a diverse and flavorful culinary experience. ⁷⁾

Megane-yaki, meaning “eyeglass grilled,” is a sweet treat made by grilling a pancake batter into a thin, eyeglass-shaped confection, often filled with sweet red bean paste. ⁸⁾

Nagasaki Chanpon Senbei is a type of rice cracker flavored with the savory taste of Champon, a local noodle dish. ⁹⁾

Castella is a sweet sponge cake that was introduced to Japan by Portuguese missionaries in the 16th century. Nagasaki is known for its high-quality Castella. ¹⁰⁾

Shippoku-zushi is a type of sushi unique to Nagasaki, where layers of vinegared rice and various toppings are pressed together and served in lacquerware. ¹¹⁾

Kakuni Manju is a steamed bun filled with Nagasaki-style simmered pork belly (kakuni), creating a delightful combination of savory and sweet flavors. ¹²⁾

Kasutera, or Castella, is a popular sponge cake in Nagasaki. It has a moist and dense texture, often flavored with honey or citrus. ¹³⁾

Sara Soba is a noodle dish from Nagasaki, featuring thin soba noodles served on a flat plate and topped with a variety of ingredients like vegetables and meat. ¹⁴⁾

Nagasaki Kanzarashi is a refreshing summer drink made by combining soda with shaved ice and adding a variety of flavored syrups, such as lemon or fruit flavors. It's a perfect way to cool down on a hot day and is often enjoyed at festivals or during the warmer months. The combination of fizzy soda and fluffy shaved ice makes it a delightful and thirst-quenching treat unique to Nagasaki's summer culture. ¹⁵⁾