Key points about Nagasaki Port's Champon
- Nagasaki Champon is a dish created by Chen Ping-shun, the founder of the Chinese restaurant "Shikairou," which was established in 1899 (Meiji 32).
- Shikairou is located very close to the Matsugae International Terminal where cruise ships arrive (a 1-minute walk from the Oura Church tram stop).
- "Sara Udon," a dish of crispy noodles topped with a thick sauce, is another Nagasaki specialty, alongside champon.
Last verified: September 29, 2026 (Source at the end of this page)
What kind of dish is champon?
Chanpon is said to have originated in the Meiji era as an inexpensive and nutritious dish for Chinese students studying in Nagasaki. It is a noodle dish with a rich broth made from chicken and pork bones, and generously filled with ingredients from the sea and mountains of Nagasaki.
"Sara Udon," which originated at the same restaurant, is a dish of thin, deep-fried noodles topped with a sauce made from vegetables and seafood. Adding the sauces available on the table to change the flavor is also a Nagasaki custom.
If you're going to eat from the port
| Chinese restaurant Shikairou (the original restaurant) | 4-5 Matsugae-cho, Nagasaki City. 1 minute walk from the Oura Church tram stop. Lunch 11:30-15:00, Dinner 17:00-20:00 (last order), Irregular closing days. There is also a Champon Museum inside the restaurant. |
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| Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown | Located right next to the "Shinchi Chinatown" tram stop. A collection of restaurants specializing in champon and sara udon are gathered here, allowing you to compare and contrast the different versions. |
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Tips for enjoying your port call
- You can visit Glover Garden and Oura Church together and see everything on foot.
- It gets crowded with tourists at lunchtime, so it's best to go right after they open.
- Opening hours and closing days may change, so please check in advance.
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FAQ
Q1Where is the restaurant that invented Nagasaki Champon?
This is Shikairou, a Chinese restaurant founded in 1899 (Meiji 32). It is located near the Matsugae International Terminal where passenger ships arrive, and a 1-minute walk from the Oura Church tram stop.
Q2What's the difference between champon and sara udon?
Chanpon is a noodle dish served in soup, while Sara Udon is a dish of fried noodles topped with a generous amount of sauce. Both are said to have originated at Shikairou restaurant.
Source/Reference Information
- Nagasaki Travel Net (Nagasaki Prefecture Official) "Chinese Restaurant Shikairou"
- Chinese Restaurant Shikairou: "The Origin of Chanpon"
Last updated: September 29, 2026. Business hours and services are subject to change. Please let us know of any issues through reviews or inquiries.
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