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The excitement of the game, straight into the night. Sakae Night Journey 2026
Even after the excitement of the game, Sakae’s night is far from over.
From the much-talked-about new spot “HAERA,” to bars with sweeping night views, comforting late-night gourmet fare, and even “Nagoya Kentos” with its lively live performances—there are more and more reasons than ever to enjoy the night in the Sakae area.
Carry the afterglow of the game or event with you and step into the next stage of nighttime fun. In ever-evolving Sakae, come experience the “now” of Nagoya.
What’s more, with plenty of people out even late at night and excellent public transportation, international visitors, including female travelers, can explore the area with confidence.
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The Excitement of the Game, Straight Into the Night. A Sakae Night Journey
After experiencing the excitement and emotion in these vibrant venues, why not head over to the Sakae area and keep that feeling going?
Sakae is one of Nagoya’s premier entertainment districts, easily accessible from both venues and packed with nighttime attractions unique to the area, including shopping, gourmet dining, and scenic night views. After the game or event, you can enjoy Nagoya’s nightlife without worrying about the time. Another appealing point is that the Sakae area offers many hotels and accommodations, making it easy to stay overnight after a game or concert. The next day, with Sakae as your base, you can also enjoy smooth access to some of Nagoya’s most iconic sightseeing spots, such as Nagoya Castle, Osu Shopping District, Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens, and Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium. It is also conveniently located just a few minutes from Nagoya Station by subway, making it an ideal location for both sightseeing and business.
First, make your way to the Sakae area and enjoy Nagoya’s nightlife and strolling through the city while the excitement of the event is still fresh!
● Access from IG Arena to Sakae
・From Nagoya Municipal Subway Meijo Line “Meijo Koen” Station to “Sakae” Station. (About 8–10 minutes, no transfers)
● Access from Vantelin Dome Nagoya to Sakae
・From Nagoya Municipal Subway Meijo Line “Nagoya Dome-mae Yada” Station to “Sakae” Station. (About 15–20 minutes, no transfers)
Experience Today's Sakae at The Landmark Nagoya Sakae
Inside, visitors can enjoy a cinema and the shopping destination HAERA, while the upper floors are home to the luxury Conrad Nagoya, which opened on July 31, 2026.
(including HAERA and Conrad Nagoya)
[Address] 3-25-1 Nishiki, Naka-ku, Nagoya City
[Access] Directly connected to Sakae Station on the Subway Higashiyama Line and Meijo Line
After a game or event, continue the excitement at HAERA, a new hotspot in Sakae opened in June 2026.
HAERA
Immerse yourself in the world of film with the latest state-of-the-art cinema everyone’s talking about.
TOHO Cinemas Nagoya Sakae
In addition to popular movies, a wide variety of content is also scheduled to be shown, including live viewings and stage performances. Whether enjoying a night movie after a game or event, or catching a film between shopping trips, it opens up even more ways to spend time in Sakae. Going forward, it is a noteworthy destination that promises to create a new kind of enjoyment: going to Sakae specifically to watch a movie.
If you want to experience Nagoya’s new luxury, enjoy the hotel stay of your dreams at Conrad Nagoya.
Conrad Nagoya
The Conrad Suite (213㎡), located on the 40th floor
Corner Suite (94.5–114.8 m²)
One of the essential highlights when talking about the appeal of Conrad Nagoya is the open-air rooftop bar, “HOUSE OF MON.”
From its lofty perch on the 40th floor, it is truly a nightlife spot for adults, where you can enjoy sophisticated cocktails, wine, and whisky while taking in Nagoya’s night skyline.
With both a calm indoor space and an open terrace where you can feel the pleasant night breeze, another part of its charm is being able to spend your time according to your mood that day. The original cocktails, inspired by local culture and ingredients, create a night in Nagoya that feels uniquely its own.
Savoring a drink while gazing out at the glittering night view of Sakae is a refined way to spend the evening—one that seems to symbolize “Nagoya nightlife today.”
[Hours] 17:00–24:00 (Last food order 22:30)
[Closed] Mondays and Tuesdays
[Dress Code] Smart casual
Along Otsu Street is an area lined with large department stores. Depending on your tastes, hopping between them is also recommended!
LACHIC
[Address] 3-6-1 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya City
LACHIC is a popular shopping spot where you can experience “what Sakae feels like right now.”
It offers a wide range of options, from popular fashion brands and select shops to lifestyle goods, cosmetics, and cafés, earning strong support from trend-conscious shoppers. Inside, the open atrium spanning the 1st to 3rd floors creates a spacious atmosphere, and one of its biggest charms is that you can enjoy shopping as if you were strolling through the city. The shopping floors are also open until 9 p.m., so you can take your time shopping even later in the evening!
The restaurant floors on the 7th and 8th levels offer everything from Nagoya specialties to full-course dinners, making it popular not only for shopping but also as a place to relax and enjoy “an evening in Sakae.”
It is also connected by a passageway to the adjacent Nagoya Mitsukoshi, which makes it even more enjoyable to explore the Sakae area as you go. Blending shopping, gourmet dining, and culture in a natural way, LACHIC is an “urban playground for adults” that symbolizes the lively streets of Sakae.
Nagoya PARCO
[Address] 3-29-1 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya City
“Nagoya PARCO” is a trendsetting hub that symbolizes Sakae culture. Bringing together a wide range of cultures—from fashion, music, art, anime, and gourmet food—it is a large-scale commercial complex popular with visitors of all ages, from teenagers to adults Composed of the West Building, East Building, South Building, and midi, each area has its own distinct character while offering spaces where you can feel “what Nagoya is like right now.”
One of its biggest highlights is its impressive lineup of street culture and entertainment-oriented shops. With many first-in-the-Tokai-area stores, limited-time shops, and buzzworthy pop-up events, every visit brings something new to discover.
The complex also houses the Century Cinema movie theater and restaurant floors, making it more than just a shopping destination—it feels like a city hub where you can spend the whole day.
As you stroll through the neon-lit streets of Sakae, you encounter shops and cultures that catch your eye. Nagoya PARCO is one of Sakae’s most popular landmarks, where you can enjoy this kind of “urban night shopping” experience.
[Address] 3-16-1 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya City
[Address] 3-5-1 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya City
Keeping the excitement alive, head out for some late-night dining delights.
Of course, you can savor Nagoya’s classic local specialties such as miso katsu, chicken wings, and hitsumabushi, but you can also casually enjoy a drink at an izakaya or spend a leisurely evening in a more calm and refined atmosphere. With a wide range of genres and price points, you can choose according to your travel style or your mood that day. Another major plus is the sense of ease that comes from knowing you can “enjoy yourself without worrying about the time!!” since late-night establishments are scattered throughout the area. In addition, the Sakae area is a bustling entertainment district, known for being bright and full of people even at night. There are also many places close to the stations, and if you mainly get around via the underground shopping streets or along the main roads, even first-time visitors to Sakae and international travelers to Japan can dine out with peace of mind.
As you walk beneath the glittering neon lights, the time spent wondering, “Where should we go next?” and hopping from one intriguing spot to another is itself one of the unique pleasures of this city.
“It’s okay even if it gets late. We’d like to introduce some excellent Nagoya-meshi restaurants you can enjoy even after 9 PM.” Be sure to check them out!
Wrap Up Your Evening with Sakae's Beautiful Nightscape.
Right up to the very end, you can savor “Sakae as it is now” to the fullest.
★Details on each spot featured in the video are introduced in this special feature here!
COOL! NAGOYA NIGHT TIME
A video that blends Nagoya’s “traditional” and “near-future” charms. The concept is “COOL! NAGOYA.”
Introducing the appeal of its history, food, and nighttime tourism, set to original electronic dance music created by DJ/producer Yamato and incorporating the tones of the Taishogoto, a traditional Japanese instrument that originated in Nagoya.
We hope you enjoy it!
Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER
Its open location, integrated with Hisaya-odori Park, is perfect for relaxing and savoring the afterglow of the game.
Not only can you admire the tower up close, but by stepping back a little, you can also enjoy a beautiful night view in harmony with the streetscape of Sakae. Another appealing feature is the lighting, which changes depending on the time of day and season, making each visit feel like a new experience. It is also a popular photo spot, where you can capture stunning photos that are perfect for social media.
Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER
[Address] 3-6-15 Nishiki, Naka-ku, Nagoya
[Access] Exit the south ticket gate of Hisaya-odori Station on the Meijo and Sakura-dori Subway Lines, then go up Exit 4B; it is immediately there
[Opening Hours (Observation Deck)] ● Weekdays & Sundays / 10:00–21:00 (last admission 20:40) ● Saturdays / 10:00–21:40 (last admission 21:20)
Oasis 21
Oasis 21
[Address] 1-11-1 Higashisakura, Higashi-ku, Nagoya
[Access] [Nagoya Municipal Subway] Immediately outside the east ticket gate of Sakae Station on the Higashiyama and Meijo Lines (directly connected to the station)
If you want to enjoy Sakae’s nightlife a little more deeply, here’s a recommended way to spend your time!
Nagoya Kentos
Immerse yourself in live oldies music...
At “Nagoya Kentos,” a beloved fixture in Sakae for many years, you can enjoy powerful live performances centered on oldies music! Once the show begins, the entire venue is instantly filled with excitement and a sense of unity, creating a special atmosphere that heightens the post-game buzz even more.
The stage, where nostalgia and freshness intersect, is another charm that can be enjoyed by all generations ◎
Sway to the music, get energized with friends, or relax with a drink in hand――.
It’s a nightlife spot that makes a lively night in Sakae even more memorable.
Nagoya Kento’s
[Address] B1F Shine Alpha Nishiki Building, 3-14-4 Nishiki, Naka-ku, Nagoya
[Access] 3-minute walk from Exit 1 of Sakae Station on the Meijo Line
[Business Hours]
Monday–Thursday 18:00–24:00
Friday & Saturday 18:00–25:00
3rd Sunday 17:00–23:00 *Boogie Paradise performance day
Yodobashi HD Nagoya Sakae Building (Sunshine Sakae) skyboat
How about experiencing a Ferris wheel ride that feels like a stroll through the sky?
Located in the heart of the city, the Sky Boat Ferris wheel at SUNSHINE SAKAE is a popular spot where you can take in sweeping views of Nagoya’s nightscape from about 52 meters above the ground.
Its unique setting as a Ferris wheel attached to a building is part of its charm, along with its excellent accessibility.
Once you step into a gondola, it slowly begins to rotate as the lights of Sakae spread out beneath your feet, and you can enjoy landmarks you visited earlier—such as Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER and Oasis 21—from a completely different angle.
Because the area is so compact, the night view feels densely concentrated, making it a highly satisfying experience even in a short amount of time.
One full rotation takes about 15 minutes. It’s easy to stop by even later in the evening, yet still offers a strong sense of escape from the everyday.
The gondolas, wrapped in soft lighting, feel private, making them perfect for dates or sophisticated adult trips.
Yodobashi HD Nagoya Sakae Building (Sunshine Sakae) Sky Boat
[Address] 3-24-4 Nishiki, Naka-ku, Nagoya
[Access] Directly connected to Exit 8 of Sakae Station on the Higashiyama and Meijo Subway Lines
[Hours (Ferris wheel “Sky Boat”)] 12:00–22:00 (last boarding 21:45)
The thrill of the game, the sparkle of the city. Enjoy a night you can only experience in Nagoya.
Centered around the much-talked-about “HAERA,” you can explore streets lined with stylish, trend-savvy shops, then raise a glass at lively gourmet spots. After letting live music lift your spirits, you can soak in a special afterglow alongside the glittering nightscape. That’s the charm of the Sakae Night Journey: a chance to fully enjoy a night in Nagoya that feels distinctly of the moment.
Sakae at night is where liveliness, trends, and sophistication coexist. After your next game or event, be sure to experience not just the main attraction, but the fun that comes after as well.
★Be sure to check out this special feature too!!
Special Feature on Luxury Hotels in Nagoya
If you want to make your trip in Nagoya a little more special, a luxury hotel stay is another option worth considering.
From sophisticated design spaces and first-class hospitality to glittering night views and gourmet experiences you can enjoy only here, Nagoya offers a selection of high-quality hotels where the stay itself becomes the purpose of the journey.
Perfect not only for anniversaries and reward trips, but also for savoring a relaxing afterglow after sightseeing or shopping, these “dream hotel stays” will elevate your usual trip to Nagoya to the next level.
Japan’s first! What is the hotel where you can stay in a TV tower?
Nagoya TV Tower, long beloved as a sightseeing landmark, has been transformed into a landmark where you can stay.
Making the most of the structural beauty of this historic TV tower, the hotel offers a one-of-a-kind space enriched with local art and design, creating a special stay that can only be experienced here. From the guest rooms, you can enjoy sweeping views of Hisaya-odori Park and the Sakae cityscape—lush urban greenery by day and sparkling night views after dark.
Staying in a hotel that has long watched over the city of Nagoya—this is the unique experience that makes THE TOWER HOTEL NAGOYA so appealing.
The scenery and spaces found only here will make your travel memories even more unforgettable.
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