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Why Nagasaki
Discover why Nagasaki is the perfect destination for digital nomads seeking a unique blend of culture, technology, and natural beauty.
History
Step into centuries of cultural exchange. Nagasaki sits at the crossroads of Japanese and global history. As a vital trade hub with China and Korea, this city has connected East and West since prehistoric times. Europeans established their trading posts in this strategic port.
Culture
In Nagasaki, daily life shifts between Japanese, Chinese, and Western atmospheres with each step. Locals call this "Wakaran（和華蘭）"—meaning "uncertain" in Japanese—reflecting the unique blend of influences that hasn't fully settled into any single cultural identity. Enjoy your time amid these vibrant, ever-changing surroundings.
Scenery
With more than 600 inhabited border islands, Nagasaki Prefecture is what we call "Indonesia within Japan". The islands preserve diverse cultures, and powerful volcanoes remain actively rumbling today. Spend some time enjoying Nagasaki's profound and undiscovered natural wonders.
Daily Life
'If you throw a stone, you'll hit history'—that's how frequently you encounter major historical turning points with every step in Nagasaki. Walk through the streets, climb the mountains, enjoy fishing from a boat, and savor local cuisine found only in Nagasaki. Nagasaki's daily life will blend into your own.
Remote Life
Enjoy remote work with high-speed internet in the birthplace of Japan's rich coffee culture, as Nagasaki was also the first place in Japan to receive coffee, a Western cultural import. The city offers free coworking spaces, and the region features diverse community spaces.
Community
Enjoy a warm embrace by Nagasaki's renowned hospitality. As one of Japan's major tourist destinations, we're well-accustomed to welcoming visitors from around the world. Don't worry about communication barriers—our dialect is sometimes so strong that even Japanese visitors may have trouble understanding us! (laughs)
Visual Stories
Journey through Nagasaki's most captivating moments, each frame tells a story of culture, community, and innovation.
Nagasaki CITY
The Birthplace of Workcation in Japan
Population
7k+ foreigners | Similar size to Tallinn, Estonia & Stuttgart, Germany
World Heritage Sites
Sites of Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution | The Hidden Christian Sites
Average Temperature
5th lowest temperature difference in Japan
Transportation
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What Digital Nomads Say
Passionate voices from our global community
Stefanos
Social Media Business Consultant
(Greece)
"Nagasaki is a very good city for digital nomads. It reminds me a little bit of Bansko (Bulgaria). It's a place for the people who already set up their business, might have a family, they want to come here to get a nice house up on the hill and live. Nagasaki is beautiful, next to nature, affordable, friendly people, it has history, there are places to visit. The infrastructure is wonderful, it's a good place to live."
Lars
Freelance Film-maker/editor
(Norway)
"I definitely recommend digital nomads to check out Nagasaki. There is rich history here, if you love hiking, it's a good thing, or if you like the sea, there are options available. And the internet speed is a lot faster here, I was pleasantly surprised by the connection speed. If I stay longer, I would stay in Mogi, it was peaceful and quiet, I love being by water. Nagasaki is "Peace" in multiple ways, that you'll find out.."
Lara
Nutrition Coach, Language learning mentor
(Italy)
"Nagasaki is so beautiful! There is a lot of nature, beautiful scenery, and you can have a relaxing time. Focusing on work time, it's really possible, which is amazing! It has so much more history than what we know abroad. Up until I came here, I only knew Nagasaki was the second city where A bomb was dropped, but that's not all. That's only one of many things. That's not what it's all about. That I would learn about more."
Elena
Global PR Director
(Japan)
"Nagasaki really means a lot to me, with friends I made as a digital nomad. They always greet me with such warmth, saying, "Welcome back!" whenever I visit. We share meals, stories, and I love every moment there. Walking its charming alleys, steep slopes, and seeing cats, it's all so charming. Nagasaki isn't just a place, it's an experience full of diverse culture and memories. Can't wait to head back soon!"
NomadsTwoGo
Entrepreneurs and Digital Creators
(Israel)
"Seeing Nagasaki, and any place in Japan, through the lens of people who live there is a unique experience. Nothing beats a true local perspective, stories, inside information of all the goodies that Nagasaki can offer. We thank our hosts and can't wait to visit again."
With Nagasaki in Their Heart
Meet our passionate community leaders
Ryo
Director
A leader in Japan's digital nomad movement and Co‑Founder of Colive Fukuoka, Ryo sees his hometown Nagasaki as a crossroads of culture and creativity. He drives the vision of Nagasaki Nomad, blending local roots with global ideas.
Nanami
SNS Director
A recent grad and proud 'baby nomad,' Nanami leads the online presence of Digital Nomad Nagasaki, sharing stories that highlight the region's unique blend of work and culture.
Doychang
Creative Steward
With a quiet curiosity and deep care, Doychang shapes Nagasaki Nomad as a space where creators can breathe, reset, and reconnect—with nature, with others, and with themselves.
Nagasaki is Calling Nomads!
Join our community of digital nomads and discover the perfect blend of work and culture in Nagasaki. Experience a city where East meets West, and past meets future.