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Northern Area
Nex Plaza" (Nagoya Expressway Public Relations Information Center)
Facility where both children and adults can have fun while deepening their understanding of the Nagoya Expressway. It introduces the construction and management of the expressway and includes interactive exhibits such as the "Driving Simulation," where visitors can design and experience driving on the expressway. The facility also features detailed construction models, and visitors can book in advance for tours of the traffic control room. See More
Facility where both children and adults can have fun while deepening their understanding of the Nagoya Expressway. It introduces …See More
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Northern Area
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
This stadium is the home ground of the Chunichi Dragons. Baseball fans can enjoy Dragons matches from regular seats, prime box se…See More
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Northern Area
Meijo Park
The collective name for the parks surrounding Nagoya Castle, including Ni-no-Maru, San-no-Maru, and up to the northern public park. It is most often used to refer to the park north of the castle. The park has a wide grassy space surrounding Ofukeike Pond that has a stream running through it, a seasonal garden, Meijo Park Flower Plaza, and other areas besides. There are many seasonal exhibitions and events held, as well as regularly held lectures on flower arranging and other topics, gardening consultations, and more. See More
The collective name for the parks surrounding Nagoya Castle, including Ni-no-Maru, San-no-Maru, and up to the northern public par…See More
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Northern Area
Ryusenji
Ryusenji Temple is a noted temple called the inner shrine of Atsuta Jingu and has the name of Shoutouzan. Denkyo-daishi (a great teacher of Buddhism) is said to be the founder of this temple. Niomon (Deva Gate) and a wooden statue of Jizobosatsu (the guardian deity of travelers and children) are designated as important cultural properties. In addition, the temple houses several hundreds of Buddhist statues including Batokannon (an image of Kannon which has a human body with the head of a horse) carved by Enku. Shops dealing in hobbyhorses operate on Setsubun (February 3). See More
Ryusenji Temple is a noted temple called the inner shrine of Atsuta Jingu and has the name of Shoutouzan. Denkyo-daishi (a great …See More
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Northern Area
Yamada Tenmagu Shrine
In 1672, Tokugawa Ietsuna, the 4th shogun, encouraged education and learning. The lord of Owari domain, Tokugawa Mitsutomo, valued education and decided to enshrine Sugawara no Michizane's divine spirit in Yamada, now part of Aichi Prefecture. Yamada Tenmangu Shrine became a guardian deity protecting people from misfortunes and bringing blessings. It was located in the inauspicious direction of Nagoya Castle, making it highly revered. See More
In 1672, Tokugawa Ietsuna, the 4th shogun, encouraged education and learning. The lord of Owari domain, Tokugawa Mitsutomo, value…See More
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Northern Area
Shonai Ryokuchi Park
A health oriented park that connects people and greenery. Using the Odai Water Reservoir along the Shonai River, this comprehensive park revolves around the theme of "water, greenery, and sunshine." With a central lawn area, it features flower gardens, a rose garden, a bird sanctuary, and more. Facilities like tennis courts, cycling paths, and a skate park are also available. Additionally, the Green Plaza within the park houses a greenhouse and an indoor space for various activities. See More
A health oriented park that connects people and greenery. Using the Odai Water Reservoir along the Shonai River, this comprehens…See More
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Northern Area
Shirasawa Valley
Shirasawa Valley is an artificial valley where a park and a river have been integrated. It's a precious flowing river within the urban environment, surrounded by abundant greenery. You can enjoy the beauty of the four seasons created by nature to the fullest here. See More
Shirasawa Valley is an artificial valley where a park and a river have been integrated. It's a precious flowing river within the …See More
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Northern Area
Togokusan Fruits Park
A place of nature and history, Mt. Togoku (198 m) is the tallest mountain in the city, and is surrounded by 70 kofun sites. Togokusan Fruits Park is a multipurpose agricultural park at the base of the mountain that uses the rich natural surroundings. In the park there is an orchard where around 900 trees of 17 species of fruit grow, including peaches, Asian pears, and apples. There is a greenhouse where you can see papaya, jackfruit, and other rare tropical fruits, and a fruithouse where you can see exhibits of various sample fruits. Besides these, the park also has a fishing corner, Japanese-style garden, all-season flower garden, a restaurant, and shops. The park is a famous place for weeping cherry blossom trees in the spring. See More
A place of nature and history, Mt. Togoku (198 m) is the tallest mountain in the city, and is surrounded by 70 kofun sites. Togok…See More
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Northern Area
Historic Townscapes of Nakaotai
This town was built along the Iwakura Kaido highway, which bustled with life as vegetables were brought from Iwakura to the Fresh Produce Wholesale Market of Biwajima. Townhouses and storehouses remain to this day, and you can feel the history of the highway. See More
This town was built along the Iwakura Kaido highway, which bustled with life as vegetables were brought from Iwakura to the Fresh…See More
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Northern Area
Nagoya Noh Theater
The world's largest noh theater. Enjoy a mystical world. The building has a refined Japanese-style exterior, as is fitting for occasions such as watching a noh performance. Its defining features are the stage made entirely of Japanese cypress wood, the wooden interior fittings, and the large viewing area with 630 seats. Besides being used for noh, kyogen, and other traditional performing arts, the space is also used for international conferences, lectures, weddings, and so on. There is also a conference room that holds 99 people (with a lecturers' waiting room) and can be used for conferences, training programs, and more. In the exhibition room, there are panel displays and videos that explain the history and charms of noh in a way even beginners can understand, as well as explanations about noh in Nagoya. Admission to the exhibition room is free. Four to five days a month, t… See More
The world's largest noh theater. Enjoy a mystical world. The building has a refined Japanese-style exterior, as is fitting for…See More
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Eastern Area
Tokugawaen
Tokugawaen is a Japanese garden with walkways winding around a central pond in the style of major daimyo gardens from the Edo period. A clear stream flows from a waterfall through a ravine and continues to a pond representing the ocean, a sight that symbolically condenses Japan's natural landscape. Furthermore, Tokugawaen is characterized by hilly terrain, transplanted woods, and large rocks appearing from all angles. The overall magnificence of the daimyo garden can be seen through the use of bold changes in composition and the incorporation of a wide variety of elements. People can enjoy the garden throughout the four seasons with beautiful greenery, autumn colors, and flowers such as peonies and irises. See More
Tokugawaen is a Japanese garden with walkways winding around a central pond in the style of major daimyo gardens from the Edo per…See More
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Eastern Area
The Tokugawa Art Museum
An art museum of important artifacts from the Owari Tokugawa family, including items inherited from Tokugawa Ieyasu This art museum has a collection of more than 10,000 feudal lord implements, starting with items that once belonged to Tokugawa Ieyasu, and items treasured by the first head of the Owari Tokugawa family, Yoshinao (Ieyasu's ninth son), and his descendants. The museum is proud to hold nine National Treasures, including the Illustrated Scroll of The Tale of Genji, 59 important cultural properties, and many other high quality treasures that have been preserved in good condition. The main hall is registered as a national tangible cultural property. See More
An art museum of important artifacts from the Owari Tokugawa family, including items inherited from Tokugawa Ieyasu This art m…See More
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Eastern Area
Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens
A "forest where you can meet the animals of the world" surrounded by nature in the middle of a city There are tons of popular animals at this zoo! From tiny medaka fish to huge elephants, it is home to the largest number of animals in Japan. Come and see the wide variety of animals. There are many facilities, including the gorilla and chimpanzee house—home to famously handsome gorilla Shabani—the Asian elephant house, and the koala house. Here, you can not only watch the animals, but also learn about their ecologies and habitats through educational displays, so you can learn while having fun. Including the greenhouse and the natural woods on the hillsides, the botanical garden is home to around 7,000 species of plants. The cherry blossom pathway has around 1,000 cherry trees of about 100 different species, which all bloom in the spring. In the fall, around 500 trees—mainly su… See More
A "forest where you can meet the animals of the world" surrounded by nature in the middle of a city There are tons of popu…See More
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Eastern Area
The Sugihara Chiune Square - Sempo Sugihara Memorial
The Sugihara Chiune Square is an outdoor exhibition facility dedicated to honoring the humanitarian achievements of Chiune Sugihara, known for the "Visas for Life." The facility showcases life-size bronze statues of Sugihara and a Jewish family, as well as reproductions of visas on ceramic plates. Additionally, it displays historical materials from Sugihara's time at the former Aichi Prefectural Fifth Middle School (now Aichi Prefectural Mizuho High School). See More
The Sugihara Chiune Square is an outdoor exhibition facility dedicated to honoring the humanitarian achievements of Chiune Sugiha…See More
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Eastern Area
Currently Closed
Mandolin Melodies Museum *closed
Records featuring mandolin music since 1920 and mandolins are displayed. Approximately 220 SP records, about 140 LP records, about 10 EP records, and approximately 400 CDs are displayed. Visitors wishing to listen to them can listen in the museum for a charge (SP: 300-yen, LP and CD: 100-yen). See More
Records featuring mandolin music since 1920 and mandolins are displayed. Approximately 220 SP records, about 140 LP records, abou…See More
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Eastern Area
Shiroyama Hachiman Shrine
In the entire Joyama Forest area, there used to be a castle called Suemori Castle, which was built by Oda Nobuhide. After Nobuhide's passing, his son Nobuyuki took over, but he was defeated by his older brother Nobunaga, leading to the castle's abandonment in just about ten years. On the site of this castle, the Joyama Hachimangū Shrine was established. The shrine attracts many visitors during events such as the first shrine visit of the New Year, the summer ritual of passing through the ring of sedge, and the autumn visit of three and five-year-old children for blessings. See More
In the entire Joyama Forest area, there used to be a castle called Suemori Castle, which was built by Oda Nobuhide. After Nobuhid…See More
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Eastern Area
Araki Shuseikan Museum
In 1952, Araki Minoru, a junior high school teacher at the time, began his journey into archaeology when one of his students discovered a single piece of pottery. Motivated by this find, he took it upon himself to establish a museum. The museum, called "Touzan Ancient Kiln Site Group," proudly exhibits excavated artifacts from archaeological sites in Chikusa, Showa, and Tempaku wards in Nagoya, in a permanent exhibition on the second-floor gallery. Additionally, on the first floor, they regularly host three annual exhibitions, each lasting four months, showcasing a various range of individual collections. See More
In 1952, Araki Minoru, a junior high school teacher at the time, began his journey into archaeology when one of his students disc…See More
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Eastern Area
Yokoyama Art Museum
Opening October 1, 2017 in Higashi-ku, Nagoya. Find pottery and ceramics made for export during the Meiji and Taisho eras displayed, with a focus on items returning back home to where they were made. You can view a number of dramatic pieces with awe-inspiring detail such as pieces made in the Nagoya area for export, old Noritake pieces which are the first western-style pottery and ceramics of Japan, and rarely viewable Sumida-yaki gathered up by type. See More
Opening October 1, 2017 in Higashi-ku, Nagoya. Find pottery and ceramics made for export during the Meiji and Taisho eras displa…See More
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Eastern Area
Nagoya Ceramics Hall
This retro Showa-style modern building was built in 1932 as the office for the Nagoya Ceramic Trading Union. The exterior features a large half-circle window and terracotta bricks, and all four sides are covered in ceramic scratch coat tiles. The interior has Art Deco-style ceiling decorations and Ina ware mosaic floor tiles. The areas open to the public on the first floor include exhibitions of ceramic ware made in Nagoya before and after the war, a painting workshop, and a shop selling ceramics. The second floor and above are rented out to tenants—primarily architectural and design. See More
This retro Showa-style modern building was built in 1932 as the office for the Nagoya Ceramic Trading Union. The exterior feature…See More
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Eastern Area
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
This site once housed the Nagoya Court of Appeals, District Court and Ward Court buildings. The Court of Appeals building, the ol…See More