Top Nagoya Art & Culture

"There's nothing to do in Nagoya. It's just a stop-over destination". We know you've heard it before and we're here to show you first-hand that this is absolutely false. Nagoya's nightlife offers one of the highest energy, youthful and fascinating experiences in Japan—you just need to know where to look for it. Our local, long-term resident guides will peel back the layers of the nightlife. They will place you in the locations and situations that made them decide to call this place home. By the end of the night, you will also consider Nagoya to be one of your favorite cities in Japan. At the start of the crawl, you will receive a free beer or highball (your choice!), 4 shots of local sake throughout the night (any additional drinks will be at your own cost), and local residents as your party guides who can speak both Japanese and English. In total we will visit 4 unique locations to enjoy Nagoyan culture and people, with the option to end the night at a club.

・Visit World Heritage Site Shiragawa-go in Gifu Prefecture with the largest scale of thatched roof houses, which is called “Gassho-zukuri”. The houses are capped with snow during cold time in winter and the scenery is just like a fairy-tale! ・Appreciate the historic streets of Hida Takayama. There are many delicious country-style restaurants in Takayama, so please enjoy eating out on your own. ・Gujo Hachiman is also called the "water town". It is full of atmosphere, with pebble roads, waterways, rows of willow trees, and large mansions. ・There will be shopping stop for local souvenirs such as pickles or soy bean ice-cream！ ・Depart from and return to Nagoya Station, which is easily accessible for public transportation.

Ghibli Park is a public facility welcoming visitors into the world of Studio Ghibli. There are 5 areas: Ghibli's Grand Warehouse, Hill of Youth, Dondoko Forest, Mononoke Village, and Valley of Witches. This tour includes a Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Day Pass. This pass allows entry to all 5 areas. The pass also allows access to cafés, restaurants, shops, play equipment, and rides (additional charges apply). The following buildings cannot be entered: World Emporium (Hill of Youth), Satsuki and Mei's House (Dondoko Forest), The Okino Residence, Howl's Castle, and The House of Witches (Valley of Witches). The Aichi Museum of Flight is an aircraft-themed museum with exhibits including the YS-11, an aircraft developed by Japanese aviation engineer Jiro Horikoshi, the model for the main character of the movie "The Wind Rises." Enjoy the impressive exhibits including a full-scale model of the Zero Fighter created based on detailed plans. ©Studio Ghibli

There’s so much to see in the capital of the Aichi Prefecture—Nagoya—but if you want to avoid the restrictions of a full-day shared group tour, and you’d prefer to select the sites you visit, then this private and customizable walking tour is the one for you. First, choose from a list of potential stops; then, let a guide create a personalized itinerary. Potential stops you can visit include the Atsuta Jingu Shrine, Nagoya Castle, and the Toyota Automobile Museum.

Located within the Expo 2005 Commemorative Park (Moricoro Park), Ghibli Park is a public facility welcoming visitors into the world of Studio Ghibli. This reasonably priced set tour includes accommodation in Nagoya and a Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Pass Premium ticket. The pass allows entry to all 5 areas of Ghibli's Grand Warehouse, Hill of Youth, Dondoko Forest, Mononoke Village, and Valley of Witches, as well as the following buildings: World Emporium (Hill of Youth), Satsuki and Mei's House (Dondoko Forest), The Okino Residence, Howl's Castle, and The House of Witches (Valley of Witches). A designated entry time applies only for Ghibli's Grand Warehouse. Vessel Hotel Campana Nagoya is a 9-minute walk from Nagoya Station which features guestrooms with a fusion of design and functionality, as well as a large communal bath where guests can take a relaxing soak and let go of travel fatigue. Photo courtesy: ©Studio Ghibli. All right reserved.

Explore some of Nagoya's top sites with this guided tour, where you'll visit Nagoya Castle, Sakae Oasis 21, try some of Nagoya's local food (at your own expense), Nagoya downtown shopping area, and the Osu Kannon Arcade and Temple. all about the samurais. This tour takes about six hours. Note solo travelers are charged an extra fee.

The Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament will be held again this year! Join us for this tour, which includes tickets for Box B seats or Chair A seats and an English speaking guide, to get a preciaous experience of watching live sumo tournament! On this tour... - This tour offers an experience of watching live sumo watching at Nagoya. - An English speaking guide will explain about the history and rules of sumo. - There are two type seats, Box B Seat (Masu B) and Chair A Seat. - You try Nagoya speciality food before heading to the arena holding the tournament.

With a National Licensed and Experienced English speaking guide, this tour will allow you to explore Nagoya / Aichi more efficiently in one day. Enjoy a full-day walking tour in Fukuoka accompanied by an experienced guide who shares the modern and traditional sides of the dynamic Japanese ancient city. Begin your day with a morning pickup from your hotel in Nagoya or anywhere else, then visit Nagoya's famous sites including Nagoya Castle, The Atsuta Shrine, The Museum Meiji-mura and Nagoya gourmet and anywhere else as you like. Go in depth with a private guide who customizes your 6 hour tour to your interests. Please let us know what would you like to experience and what time would you like to join the tour and where you stay. We would customize the tour based on your requests! This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot. You cannot combine several groups nor reservations.

Do you know that Nagoya was once the center base of Samurai culture? During the Sengoku period in the 16th century when Samurai played an active role, the Owari district including Nagoya is known as the place where the most famous “Sengoku Daimyo”, powerful Japanese feudal lord, were from, such as “Oda Nobunaga”, “Toyotomi Hideyoshi” and “Tokugawa Ieyasu”. Why don’t you experience Japanese culture such as Japanese calligraphy and tea ceremony with English in a Kominka house in the city of Samurai culture “Nagoya”? We will welcome you at a special place where people actually used to live, not sightseeing facilities. Once you step inside, you will see the good old days of Japanese houses such as tatami mats, Shoji (paper walls) and traditional Japanese gardens which are rare today. With this quiet space, you can experience Japanese culture such as Japanese calligraphy and tea ceremony while understanding the history. This would be the special experience for your visit to Japan.

City tours are great for first-time visits but can have rigid itineraries and tight schedules. This half-day tour of Nagoya offers the chance to design a custom itinerary with a local host assigned to you based on your interests. Highlights can include visiting Nagoya Castle, strolling through the Noritake Gardens, or catching panoramic views from atop the Nagoya TV Tower. Once the tour begins, you’re free to change destinations as you see fit.

Explore the richness of Japanese history on the Nakasendo Trail, a historic path that connects the post towns of Tsumago and Magome. As some of the first towns in Japan to preserve their traditional flavor, you'll find historic inns, cobblestone streets, and merchant shops from a bygone era. Your government licensed guide will lead the way with context, stories, and history to take you 400 years in the past.

Take home a new skill as well as memories with this traditional Japanese wrapping class in Nagoya. Teaching you the art of furoshiki (wrapping presents in fabric), the class shows you ways to wrap gifts of any shape and size in a classic Japanese style. Shop for fabric near the Fushimi station with a guide, then travel to the Nishiasahi enclave where the class takes place.

Get more from your visit to Japan when you book this Magome and Tsumago-juku private walking tour from Nagoya. A guide takes you on foot through the area so you can get your bearings in a new place and get acquainted with the history and culture, too. Highlights include walking the Nakasendo Route and seeing Magome’s and Tsumago-juku’s historic buildings.

Check off two of Nagoya’s most popular attractions in one day: the Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology, and SCMAGLEV & Railway Park. Whether you’re interested in Japanese design, engineering, and manufacturing, or want an afternoon of family-friendly entertainment, this guided tour is a great way to learn. Discover how the Japanese railway was transformed, from steam locomotives to the Shinkansen (bullet train) and MAGLEV (magnetic speed train).

Discover Japan’s culture of ‘monozukuri' (craftsmanship) on this private half-day tour of Nagoya. Visit two renowned companies, the car manufacturer Toyota, and Noritake—a tableware and technology company. Hear how Central Japan became a key region for advanced manufacturing as you watch live demonstrations, hear informative commentary, and check out exhibitions on a tour that includes admission ticket and private guide.

Immerse yourself in the history of samurai culture on this private walking tour of Nagoya. With a dedicated guide for just you and your party, explore the highlights such as the modern Sakae district, the Osu Kannon Temple, and Nagoya Castle. Enjoy personalized attention from your guide, the ability to travel at your own pace, and plenty of time to ask questions. All entrance fees included.

Take part in a shibori tie-dye workshop in Arimatsu and learn all about this ancient Japanese art from a local guide. The experience starts with a walking tour around the old city, so you can admire its original Edo-era buildings, shop for souvenir shibori art, and visit the Tie-Dyeing Museum. Afterward, you'll head to your workshop to create your very own shibori tie-dye masterpiece. Choose from two options when you book online.

Nagoya is a city of must-sees and, with a local host by your side, you will be able to explore the highlights that truly define Nagoya (as well as some hidden gems your host will reveal just for you). Take in the breathtaking sights of Osu Kannon Temple or the famous Nagoya Castle, where you can learn more about Nagoya's history and, if you are lucky, catch a ninja demonstration. See the city from atop the Sky Promenade, or you could visit 1900-year-old Atsuta Shrine, one of the most significant in Japan. After booking, you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host who will suggest a bespoke itinerary based on your requests and interests to explore Nagoya your way.

This is the ultimate fish and sushi experience. Get access to Yanagibashi fish market in Nagoya, where you’ll see fish and seafood being prepared and sold. You won’t have to worry about navigating, as you’ll have a guide with you to lead the way, translate, teach you about sushi, and answer questions. Choose from two tour options—either have a sushi breakfast or enjoy a cooking class.

If you like to eat where locals eat—rather than international chains and tourist hotspots—then this Nagoya food tour is the one for you. No worries if you have any particular food preferences, as the tour is private and personalized to suit your tastes and interests. Potential bites include “hitsumabushi” (grilled eel on rice), spicy ramen noodles, and “sake” (rice wine).

City tours are great for first-time visits but often have rigid itineraries and tight schedules. This tour offers the chance to explore Nagoya on a custom itinerary with a guide assigned to you based on your interests. Highlights can include visiting the Atsuta Shrine and its garden of cypress trees, the Edo-period Nagoya Castle, or the Sakae entertainment and shopping district. Once the tour begins, you’re free to change destinations as you see fit.

This is the ultimate comprehensive tour of Nagoya. Traveling on foot means you’ll access places that you couldn’t get to by train or bus. You’ll be in a small-group tour, so your tour experience will feel more personalized. Make the most of limited time, by seeing multiple highlights in one tour such as Nagoya Castle, the Sakae downtown area, and the Osu district, including Osu Kannon Temple.

Instead of going on a sightseeing tour to places that don’t interest you, this customizable experience allows you to see Nagoya, your way. Benefit from the flexibility of being able to submit your interests and preferences, so a private guide can then put together a bespoke itinerary for you. Potential places you can visit include Nagoya Castle, Tokugawa Garden, Nagoya City Science Museum, and Korankei Valley.