Sightseeing Spots

Muneharu Zone of Kinshachi Yokocho

This is one of the commercial establishments to open in two areas of the Nagoya Castle premises on March 29, 2018. The Muneharu Zone, situated in the east gate area of Nagoya Castle owes its name to the seventh provincial ruler, Lord Muneharu Tokugawa, and is created with the concepts of modernity and change. The buildings are constructed with large panes of glass in a bright, and modern Japanese style of architecture. The zone is lined with restaurants where you can eat highly creative cuisine from owners active not only in Nagoya, but all of Japan and abroad. Enjoy yourself in Kinshachi Yokocho during your visit to Nagoya Castle. See More

Yoshinao Zone of Kinshachi Yokocho

This is one of the commercial establishments to open in two areas of the Nagoya Castle premises on March 29, 2018. The Yoshinao Zone, situated in the main gate area of Nagoya Castle owes its name to the first provincial ruler of the Owari Tokugawa clan, Lord Yoshinao Tokugawa, and is created with the concepts of tradition and accuracy. The buildings are constructed in a wooden, purely Japanese style of architecture conjuring thoughts of merchant houses from the Edo period. Well-known restaurants offering the unique food culture of Nagoya cuisine, known as "Nagoya meshi", and long-standing, traditional local restaurants are lined up. You can also purchase Kinshachi Yokocho merchandise and famous items from Nagoya the commercial store so you never forget your great time. Enjoy both dining and shopping in Kinshachi Yokocho during your visit to Nagoya Castle. See More

Vantelin Dome Nagoya

This stadium is the home ground of the Chunichi Dragons. Baseball fans can enjoy Dragons matches from regular seats, prime box seats for four people, prime twin seats for two people, and more. The stadium's boxed lunches (tamaben) are also popular. Besides Dragons games, the stadium also hosts exhibitions, concerts, and other events. The goods shop Prisma Club is open even on days when there are no events (closed on Mondays if there is no event). See More

Nagoya City Archives

This site once housed the Nagoya Court of Appeals, District Court and Ward Court buildings. The Court of Appeals building, the oldest such building still in existence, was built in 1922 and is now a national cultural asset. There is much to see here, including one of Japan's best stained-glass windows, a reproduced courtroom under the old Constitution, a restored conference hall, prisoner lock-up and a commemorative exhibit from the Expo 2005 Aichi. See More

Higashiyama Sky Tower

A restaurant with a view on the highest floor　 Higashiyama Sky Tower stands right next-door to Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens, and was built in 1988 in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the establishment of Nagoya City. The building is 134 meters tall, but because it stands on an 80-meter tall hill, its observation deck is at a total height of over 200 meters. On clear days, you can see as far as Mt. Ontake, the Suzuka mountains, and the Japanese Alps, and at night there's a romantic night view you can gaze at over dinner that has been selected as a Night View Heritage of Japan and one of Japan's 100 best night views. See More

Nittaiji (Kakuozan)

Nittaiji Temple was established in 1904 to enshrine Buddha's ashes and glit bronze received from the king of Thailand in 1900. This is the only non-sectarian Buddhist temple that every sect of Buddhism manages in order. In the temple site, there are a Gandhara style tower, a Hoanto, where the skeletal remains are maintained, a garden called Hassoen, and a tea ceremony room, Soketsuan. The five-story pagoda was built in April 1997. A street fair is held on the 21st day of the month. See More

Tsuruma Park

The first Nagoya City municipal park, opened in 1909. Tsuruma Park has a Western-style garden with flower beds and a rose garden spread around a fountain on the west side, and a Japanese-style garden with two ponds—Kochogaike Pond and Shobuike Pond—on the east side. The Japanese-style garden has 750 cherry trees, and starting with the cherry blossoms in April, people gather for flower festivals of all kinds—azaleas, roses, irises, and more—following one after another. The park is also home to Okaya Nagoya Hall, a library, and a playground. Come and experience the relaxing aura of this park beloved by all of Nagoya's citizens. See More

Hoshigaoka Terrace

A city aiming to offer customers their "special moments" - Hoshigaoka is a place where you can enjoy shopping, gourmet dining, and experience nature while having fun with everyone. Nearby attractions include Hoshigaoka Bowl, Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens, and Higashiyama Sky Tower. Have a wonderful time exploring all these places together! See More

Mizuho Park

Mizuho Park is a park spread across a 24-hectare site, offering the attractions of sports, nature, and history. It has been newly reborn under the concept of “LifeSports - Our Own Park” and “Making sports freer, more enjoyable, and for everyone.” It expands the ways people can enjoy sports in daily life beyond just “watching” and “competing” to include “playing” and “refreshing,” encouraging both body and mind to move. Within the park, a variety of facilities have been developed, including Paloma Mizuho Stadium, which can host international competitions; various plazas created with input from the local community; the Urban Sports Plaza, where visitors can experience trending sports; and Ooguruwa Plaza and the exhibition room “Ooguruwa Jomon Museum,” where visitors can experience the history of the Jomon period up close. With the figure-eight promenade “MIZUHO-LOOP,” which se… See More

Arimatsu Narumi Shibori Hall

The Arimatsu Narumi Shibori Hall is dedicated to preserving and promoting the unique tradition of shibori (tie-dyeing) in this region. It showcases a wide range of shibori products and materials of historical and artistic value, aiming to preserve and develop this craft. Additionally, Arimatsu is renowned for its scenic beauty, being considered the most picturesque stop among the Tokaido Fifty-Three Stations. The town's traditional streetscape, depicted in ukiyo-e prints by famous artists like Hokusai and Hiroshige, still flourishes today, nurturing the culture of shibori and continuing to transmit the beauty of Japan to the present day. See More

Dino Adventure Nagoya

Dinosaur Exploration at Odaka Greenery! Embark on a dinosaur adventure at Odaka Greenery! Discover 22 different types of dinosaurs along a 900-meter course. Come and see life-sized, awe-inspiring dinosaurs that are sure to leave a lasting impression. See More

Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium

This amazing aquarium's got it all! The South Building is centered around the theme of A Tour Through Antarctica, introducing the creatures and habitats of five areas along Antarctic icebreaker Fuji's expedition to the Antarctic from Japan. In the North Building, the theme is 3.5 Billion Years Back in Time: Creatures who Came Back to the Sea. Encounter bottlenose dolphins, belugas whales, and other animals who actually once lived on land! The nearby Main Pool—the largest in Japan—offers performances for extra insight into the lives and behaviors of our sea friend from stands seating approximately 3,000 people. See More

Todagawa Children's Land

Let's have fun and move our bodies in nature! "Todagawa Kodomo Land" is the only "large-scale children's center" in Nagoya with a vast area of approximately 1.7 hectares. It's a popular spot for families located within the rare natural environment of the Toda River Greenery. Outdoors, there are large wooden play structures such as Tarzan ropes and net crossings (barrier-free accessible), play equipment for toddlers, a water play area, and an observation tower. Inside the main building, daily workshops using everyday materials are held. On weekends, there are parent-child cooking classes (reservation required) and various events like theater performances and concerts. Moreover, they offer plans that cater to parents as well, including workshops on infant and toddler nutrition, parenting salons, and consultations for children provided by specialized counselors in child welfare and psy… See More

Jetty

Next to Nagoya Port Aquarium, there's a shopping mall called JETTY. You can find different shops there for dining, buying Nagoya souvenirs, and getting aquarium souvenirs. Make sure to visit JETTY when you go to Nagoya Port Aquarium. See More

Nagoya Port Sea Train Land

This amusement park offers various attractions, including a Ferris wheel and other thrilling rides. One of the main crowd favorites is the interactive digital gaming and immersive video experience known as "Digital ASOBU." Visitors thoroughly enjoy this unique and popular activity at the park. See More

Fuji Antarctic Museum

An Antarctic museum where you can go on an Antarctic adventure Fuji was Japan's first icebreaker, and spent 18 years traveling between Japan and the Antarctic. It is preserved just as it was in Nagoya Port, and has been reborn as an Antarctic museum to introduce various aspects of Antarctic observation. Besides reproductions of what it was like on the ship when it was in service, the museum also introduces the beautiful landscapes of the Antarctic and the history and significance of Antarctic observation, all in a way that's easy to understand. See More

Nagoya Maritime Museum

Have fun learning about the sea, ships, and ports A marine museum on the third and fourth floors of the Port Building, the symbol of Garden Pier. The third floor has the theme "Nagoya Port: The Number 1 Port in Japan for International Trade." It introduces the role of the port, its involvement in people's lives, its history, and more. Have fun learning about the sea, ships, and ports with genuine articles, panorama models, and a simulation that lets you experience the real-life atmosphere of the port. The exhibition room on the fourth floor has models of vessels used during the Age of Discovery and items traded on the Silk Road of the ocean. It also introduces the history of the relationship between the sea and people. See More

Maker's Pier

Maker's Pier is an entertainment space that makes people feel energetic and active through the act of creating, in a way that can only be experienced here! There are also around 40 different shops and restaurants. There is a water fountain show every hour that combines light, water, and music. See More

SEA LIFE Nagoya

SEA LIFE Nagoya is a hands-on aquarium located in the LEGOLAND® Japan Hotel, letting you "see, touch, and learn". SEA LIFE was created with the intent of sparking in children an interest in the ocean by touching its creatures and learning about their ways of life at locations in over 50 places around the world. It is divided into 11 zones with distinct themes. Going through a tunnel, you find yourself in lavishly colorful worlds such as that of the Japanese fairy tale zone of Urashima Taro's visit to the dragon's underwater palace, a zone where you proceed through a sunken ship, a tropical ocean zone with tons of rays swimming all around, a zone in which you can touch inhabitants of the sea, and more. Workshops, Ranger Mission Packs, backyard experience tours, and many hands-on programs are also available. See More

Ghibli Park

Ghibli Park was established inside Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park (Moricoro Park) to illustrate the beloved works of Studio Ghibli. The park is made up of five different areas, with the first phase opening Ghibli's Grand Warehouse, the Hill of Youth, and Dondoko Forest to the public in November 2022. The second phase opened Mononoke Village in fall of 2023 and the Valley of Witches is planned for March 2024. Take walk through forests and paths leading you right into the world of Studio Ghibli. See More