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Ikeshima池島
Day-trip from Nagasaki for the abandoned mine ruins: ferries run 7 times daily, tours cost ¥3,170 and take 2 hours. Not worth an overnight.
Ikeshima is a small island off Nagasaki that was Japan's last open-pit coal mine, closing in 2001. Its population dropped from 10,000 to about 100, leaving a ghost town of buildings overtaken by nature. The only activity is a guided mine tour; there are no restaurants and one spartan lodging. Most visitors come for a half-day from Nagasaki.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Mar–May, Oct–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot and humid), Jan–Feb (cold)
- Airport
- Nagasaki (NGS)
- Nights
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Ikeshima110 ▾
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Japan Visitor Hotline (JNTO, 24 h, English)050-3816-2787
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Ikeshima, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetySafe; the main risks are uneven ground at the mine site and limited facilities.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance · 050-3816-2787 Japan Visitor Hotline (JNTO, 24 h, English) (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportNGS Nagasaki Airport (Bus to Nagasaki Station (about 1 h), then bus to Konoura or Seto port (about 1.5 h)).
- Getting aroundIkeshima is walkable end to end in about 30 minutes.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Metro or bus rideBus Nagasaki Station to Konoura port¥1,000–1,500 (≈ US$7–11)
- Budget bedHostel bed in Nagasaki, a night, per person¥3,000 (≈ US$25)
- Mid-range bedBusiness-hotel double room in Nagasaki, a night, per room¥12,000 (≈ US$85)
- High-end bedBusiness-hotel double room in Nagasaki, a night, per room¥25,000 (≈ US$170)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥5,000 (≈ US$35) · Mid ¥10,000 (≈ US$70) · High ¥18,000 (≈ US$130)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- NGS Nagasaki Airport (Bus to Nagasaki Station (about 1 h), then bus to Konoura or Seto port (about 1.5 h))
Map of Ikeshima
Where it is, and the guides within about 120 km.
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Feb
Avoid
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Mar
Best
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Apr
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
May
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
not flagged
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
not flagged
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Oct
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Nov
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Dec
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Best: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Avoid: Jan–Feb, Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C) low), wettest Jun (13 rain days), driest Dec (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ikeshima: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
8 rd
Feb
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
8 rd
Mar
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
10 rd
Apr
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
10 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
11 rd
Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
13 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10 rd
Sep
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
11 rd
Oct
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
8 rd
Nov
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
8 rd
Dec
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Ikeshima is walkable end to end in about 30 minutes. One bus route runs near the ferry terminal to the west side, but walking is easier.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Nagasaki
goDoor to door: About 2 h
Bus from Konoura or Seto port to Nagasaki Station, about 1.5 h
Return to Nagasaki for dinner and accommodation.
Gunkanjima
goDoor to door: About 3 h including tour
Boat tour from Nagasaki port, about 1 h
Combine with Ikeshima on separate days.
Sasebo
cautionDoor to door: About 2.5 h
Bus and train via Nagasaki, about 2 h
A full day trip; consider overnight in Sasebo.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Nagasaki city
All visitors day-trip from Nagasaki; the island has one basic lodging.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥5,000–8,000 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥8,000–12,000 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- High
- ¥12,000 (≈ US$85)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hostel bed in Nagasaki1 × 1 night × ¥4,000 | ¥4,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ¥10,000 | ¥10,000 |
| Round-trip ferry (Konoura or Seto port)1 × ¥1,140 | ¥1,140 |
| Mine tour (adult)1 × ¥3,170 | ¥3,170 |
| Bus Nagasaki Station to port, round trip1 × ¥2,000 | ¥2,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥2,030 |
| Trip total≈ ¥22,340 per person per day, bed included | ¥22,340≈ US$160 |
2026 estimate in yen; flights and rail passes excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Ferry Konoura port to Ikeshima | ¥370–570 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Mine tour (adult)Book at least one day ahead; tour is intended for Japanese speakers. | ¥3,170 (≈ US$25) |
| Miner's bento (morning tour only) | ¥900 (≈ US$7) |
| Lodging at Ikeshima Chuo Kaikan (per night, no meals) | ¥3,446 (≈ US$25) |
| Bus Nagasaki Station to Konoura port | ¥1,000–1,500 (≈ US$7–11) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No restaurants or cafes on the island: bring food and water.
- Mine tours must be booked at least one day in advance; intended for Japanese speakers.
- Ferry schedules are limited: check the return times before you go.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
- Japan Visitor Hotline (JNTO, 24 h, English)
- 050-3816-2787
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Ikeshima池島
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Japan Visitor Hotline (24 h, English)050-3816-2787
Embassy
The US has a consulate in Nagasaki (check the address); most other countries: consulates-general in Osaka, embassies in Tokyo.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Ferry Konoura port → Ikeshima: ¥370–570 (≈ US$3–4), 10–26 min
- Bus Nagasaki Station → Konoura port: about ¥1,000–1,500 (≈ US$7–11), 1.5 h
- Mine tour: ¥3,170 (≈ US$25) adult, book one day ahead
Say or show
- すみません — Excuse me / Sorry (sumimasen)
- ありがとうございます — Thank you (arigatō gozaimasu)
- いくらですか？ — How much is it? (ikura desu ka)
- カードで払えますか？ — Can I pay by card? (kādo de haraemasu ka)
- トイレはどこですか？ — Where is the toilet? (toire wa doko desu ka)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ikeshima. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Oct–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (hot and humid), Jan–Feb (cold) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Ferry schedule page with real-time departures and a taxi fallback from Nagasaki.
- Mine tour booking widget with language support.
- Place pages for the mine ruins and the community hall lodging.
Sources
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