Sightseeing Spots

Takamu Shrine

The pure spring water that springs forth within the precincts of Takamu Shrine is known as "Koi no Mizu" or "Love Water." It's said that drinking this water can bring about romantic relationships or even longevity. The purity of this water is guaranteed. This water maintains a consistent temperature throughout the year and is now one of the few remaining wells within the city. Takamu Shrine, the place of origin for the name "Furui no Sato" (Ancient Well Village), is an ancient shrine mentioned in the Engishiki (927 AD, mid-Heian period) and is classified as a Shikinaisha (Shinto shrine listed in historical records). The shrine enshrines the Deity of Bonds and Hachiman-sama. See More

Nagoya City Agricultural Center Dela Farm

The center was established on April 1, 1965 to promote the development of agriculture in Nagoya as urban agriculture. Today, it is opened to the public as a place for relaxation with a lot of green and water. It is also used as an agriculture park to promote agricultural education and to experience agriculture. Fresh milk and ice cream are available at the milk factory. See More

Peace Park

Park located in Chikusa Ward (partly Meito Ward) in the eastern hilly region of Nagoya. It was developed through a large scale urban reorganization project after World War II, and many of Nagoya's cemeteries were relocated within Peace Park. "Heiwa-do" (Hall of Peace) completed in 1964 is a memorial facility commemorating the relocation of war-damaged cemeteries as part of post-war reconstruction efforts. In addition to being known as a prominent cherry blossom viewing spot with the "Sakura no En" (Cherry Blossom Garden), the park features the spacious "Metasequoia Hiroba" (Metasequoia Plaza), the well-designed "Kurashi no Mori" (Forest of Living) area incorporating existing woodlands and a walking trail, creating a serene space where citizens can relax and enjoy nature. See More

Shiogama Shrine

Divine spirit was received from Shiogama Shrine in Miyagi Prefecture and enshrined. The enshrined deity is Shiozuchi Oji no Kami (Salt Soil Old Man Deity), who is believed to govern the tides and sea routes. Given that childbirth is related to the ebb and flow of tides, the deity is deeply revered as a guardian of safe childbirth. It's also said to be a guiding deity who imparted knowledge of salt-making techniques, and is highly venerated as a guardian of the safe growth of children and protection from pests. See More

Ueno Tenmangu Shrine

This is a shrine dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, known as the God of learning. It is said to have been founded by Abe no Seimei during the Heian period. We offer various prayers and doll dedications without the need for reservations, so please feel free to visit. See More

Kenchuji Temple

Kenchuji is a temple belonging to the Jodoshu sect of Buddism and was established by the 2nd lord of Owari-han, Tokugawa Mitsutomo, in 1651 to pray for the soul of his late father, Yoshinao. Since its establishment, this temple has been the family temple of the Owari Tokugawa Family. There is a Gongen style mausoleum which is registered as prefectural cultural property at the back of the main building and ancestral memorial tablets of successive lords are enshrined in it. The temple's gate which was built in 1652 is the tower gate of sangen-ikko style (a 3x2-bay gate). See More

Former Residence of Sasuke Toyoda

Sasuke Toyoda was a business man and also the younger brother of Sakichi Toyoda, master of invention. At that time, the residence of Risaburo Toyoda was also located here. Although the gate and fence of Risaburo's place remain, only Sakichi's house exists to this day. On the 1st floor, you can see lights in the shape of lotus buds and air vents with the word "Toyota" designed into the motif of a crane. See More

Catholic Chikaramachi Church

The church was established in 1888 by the French Catholic missionary Fr. Augustin Tulpin and Japanese doctor Shusai Inoue, thus making it the oldest church in Aichi. See More

Bunkanomichi Hori Museum

The Horikawa Museum is an art museum that opened in June of the 18th year of the Heisei era (2006) to showcase the collection of Makoto Hori, the founder of the Daito Tech Group. The museum mainly exhibits works by artists from the "Era of Passionate Art," who studied in Paris during the early Showa period and made efforts to create a Japanese-style Western painting. The museum displays masterpieces by representative artists of modern Japanese painting who were active in the Showa era, as well as contemporary art pieces. See More

Yagotosan Koshoji Temple

The impressive presence of the historic Owari Koya Yagotosan Koshoji Temple is a Shingon Sect temple in Nagoya City. It was built in 1688 by Buddhist priest Tenzui Ensho, who received Kukai's five-pronged vajra. It became known as a place of worship for the Owari Tokugawa family after the second lord of the clan, Tokugawa Mitsutomo, began devoting himself to the priest's teachings. Also called Owari Koya, it became a place of learning and training, as well as an object of worship for many people. See More

Showa Museum of Art (Goto Hoon Association Public Interest Incorporated Foundation)

A quiet tea ceremony implement museum with a lush, green garden　 Showa Museum of Art opened in 1978 as a private-collection museum. This natural-forest garden in a peaceful neighborhood in the east of Nagoya is home to the sukiya-style Nanzanjuso (an Aichi Prefecture designated cultural property), a former samurai villa that was relocated there in 1935. The tea ceremony room within is called Nejikago no Seki, and is opened up for guided visits about 10 times a year (reservations required). See More

Yokiso

A villa of history and culture Yokiso is a villa constructed from the Taisho to the Showa Era on the hilly land of Kakuozan by the 15th-generation Ito Jirozaemon, the a founder of Matsuzakaya Department Store. This is a representative suburban villa in Nagoya. 1) The north garden has many highlights around a pond. No reservation necessary. 2) A tour to the buildings and the south garden is conducted by a guide. Prior application required. See More

Kuwayama Art Museum (Kuwayama Seizan Association Public Interest Incorporated Foundation)

Kuwayama Art Museum was opened in 1981 with the donation of the first curator Seiichi Kuwayama's lifelong collection of artworks and craft pieces. The collection is based around contemporary Japanese paintings and tea ceremony implements from the Kamakura period to the modern day, so the exhibition is changed three times a year, focusing on Japanese paintings in the spring and tea ceremony implements in the fall. The small tea room called Seizan in the garden, the Borokaku hall on the second floor of the main building, the table tea ceremony room on the second floor of the annex building, and the multipurpose hall on the first floor of the annex building are all available for use by the public. See More

Former Residence of Tetsujiro Haruta

Tetsujiro Haruta, a successful ceramics merchant and founder of Taiyo Shoko Co., Ltd., is said to have asked architect Goichi Takeda to build this house. The Haruta residence consists of a Western-style building with a Japanese-style building behind it, and from 1947 to 1951, it was requisitioned by the U.S. 5th Air Force as a headquarters. The first floor of the Western-style building is currently being used as a French fusion restaurant. Tours of the buildings are conducted by request. For inquiries, please contact the Former Residence of Sasuke Toyoda, the east neighbor of the residence. (* Tours of the restaurant are not available) See More

Furukawa Art Museum and Tamezaburo Memorial Hall

Sukiya-style architecture and art Furukawa Art Museum was opened in November 1991 to display art collected over many years by the first curator, Tamezaburo Furukawa (1890-1993). The art was donated with the wish that it would be enjoyed by many people, not just shut away in a private collection. The collection totals about 2,800 items, with a focus on contemporary Japanese painting. It also includes oil paintings, ceramics, crafts, a 15th century illustrated manuscript, and more. Currently, various educational activities, such as art lectures and workshops, are also available in addition to the exhibition of the collection. In November 1995, Tamezaburo's private residence was opened up to the public as the Tamezaburo Memorial Hall, in accordance with his wish for it to be a place of relaxation for everyone. Six buildings from the Tamezaburo Memorial Hall built in 1934, including … See More

Nagoya City Museum

A museum of historical objects from the Owari region, with a focus on Nagoya A museum of historical objects from the Owari region, with a focus on Nagoya. The permanent exhibition hall gives an introduction to history from the Paleolithic Age to the present day. Many of the materials come from 24,000 or so donations from citizens, and there are over 270,000 artifacts in total in the collection. The special exhibition hall holds about five exhibitions every year, including special exhibitions on Cultural Heritage inside and outside Japan, and temporary exhibitions on the history and culture of the Owari region. There are also various events like lectures and workshops planned for visitors to the museum. In front of the museum there is a Japanese-style garden that can be enjoyed in every season. There is an auditorium on the basement 1st floor and a gallery on the 3rd floor that are op… See More

Townscapes of Shirakabe, Chikaramachi, and Shinokimachi

Area retains the layout of samurai residences from the Edo period, creating a picturesque townscape characterized by gates, walls, and lush trees. This beautiful townscape also includes well-preserved pre-war modern architecture, forming a harmonious blend of traditional mansion scenery and outstanding architecture from the pre-war era. See More

Cultural Path Hyakka Hyakuso

The building, consisting of a study, tea room, and storehouse constructed in the 9th year of Taisho era (1920), underwent renovation, and a multipurpose hall was newly built. The facility was opened in April of the 19th year of Heisei (2007). The garden, named after the "Hyakka Hyakusai Zu Byobu" (Important Cultural Property) held by the Tokugawa Museum, offers enjoyment throughout the four seasons. In the hall, visitors can relish tea and piano performances while gazing at the garden. See More

Cultural Path Shumoku Museum

A building that lives on through the changing times, with an unchanging charm　　 The former residence of ceramics merchant Tamesaburo Imoto was built between the end of the Taisho period and the beginning of the Showa period. Japanese- and Western-style buildings are preserved on the grounds, along with two storehouses—one in the west and the other in the east—a tea room, and a garden. The residence is designated as a tangible cultural asset of the City of Nagoya and a building of scenic importance. See More

Nagoya City Hosa Library

Hosa Library is an open archive where excellent Japanese and Chinese classics originally owned by the Owari Tokugawa family are stored. In the reading room, the library's collection of books is available, a portion of which can be copied. Exhibitions to introduce early-modern samurai culture including the knowledge and culture of samurai families are held. In addition, temporary lectures are held in cooperation with Tokugawa Art Museum or Tokugawaen. The new building was opened in November 2004. See More