Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown
Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown is the oldest of its kind in Japan. There are only three Chinatowns in Japan. The district in downtown Nagasaki extends over about a city block and is home to a variety of shops and restaurants. In addition to mainland China-inspired dishes such as Chanpon and Sara Udon can be found here as well as other Chinese foods and much more. Visitors flock here every year for the food and especially for the New Year celebrations. The festival dates vary from year to year, but usually take place from late January to March. During the Chinese New Year celebrations, Chinatown becomes the center of the Nagasaki Lantern Festival, a popular event that sees thousands of lanterns illuminate the city.