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Cruises to Nagasaki, Japan
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Sample Shore Excursions in Nagasaki, Japan

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Ceramics & Historic Nagasaki Tour

    Travel to the mountain town of Arita, famed for ceramics since the 17th century. Visit a major kiln and stroll through the town.

  • WHAT YOU VISIT
    Ceramics Kiln - Your foray into Japanese ceramics begins with a tour of either the Genemon or Shingama kilns. Genemon is renowned for contemporary ceramics that blend modern sensibility with traditional technique. Observe traditional artisans at work.
    Arita - The streets of this quiet mountain town are lined with white-walled houses dating from the 1930s. The rear areas of these houses are decorated with Tonbai fences made of used bricks and old-fashioned potteries. The small gallery hosts a choice selection of local ceramics.
    Peace Memorial Park - On August 9, 1945, Nagasaki became the second city to suffer a nuclear attack. Peace Memorial Park is located near Ground Zero, the center of the blast, and is home to a memorial fountain and the 30-foot-high 'Statue of Peace'.

  • LUNCH
    Enjoy a Western and Japanese buffet at a restaurant in Arita.

  • SHOPPING You have chance to purchase your favorite ceramics during your visit in Arita,

  • WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
    Board your air-conditioned motorcoach at the pier and journey inland to the small mountain town of Arita in western Saga Prefecture.

  • SPECIAL NOTES
    Passengers are required to negotiate steps and uneven surfaces in Arita and at Peace Memorial Park. Not recommended for passengers with limited mobility. Wear comfortable, sturdy walking shoes.
    Change your currency to Japanese yen before disembarking the ship.
    This tour has a very limited capacity and will not operate on voyages M831A, M832, M834 and M908 due to limited time in port. This tour will not operate on April 29, 2009 as the Arita Poserin Festival will be taking place.
    Observation of artisans at work at the Ceramics Kiln will not take place on Sundays and national holidays.

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