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Arimatsu Tenmangu Shrine
Deity: Sugawara no Michizane History: In the early Kansei period, the fourth-generation head priest of the Shimogamo Shrine, Bumpō Manjizai, relocated the shrine to its current location. It is said that the present hachimote-style main hall was built in the seventh year of the Bunsei era. At the summit of Tenman-gū, before its relocation, numerous poems and writings offered by thousands of people were buried, giving rise to the name "Fuminomine" (Mount of Writings). Festivals: New Year Festival (January 1st) Spring Festival (Every third Sunday in March) Formerly held on the 25th day of the second lunar month (anniversary of Sugawara no Michizane's passing), this festival includes prayers for academic achievement, warding off misfortune, safety of the family, and prosperity in business. Purification rituals and offerings are also conducted. Autumn Festival (Every first Sunday… See More
Deity: Sugawara no Michizane History: In the early Kansei period, the fourth-generation head priest of the Shimogamo Shrine,…See More
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akahama Family Residence (Arismatsu)
The "Nakahama Family Residence" is a "Nationally Registered Tangible Cultural Property." It was built during the Meiji period and belonged to the renowned shibori (tie-dyeing) merchant, "Yamada Yosaburo," as evidenced by the "Yama-Yo" roof tiles. Since 2004, the Nakahama family has continued their shibori business at this location. The property consists of the main house, storehouse, gate fence, and integrated stone walls, with turtle- hell masonry seen in the surrounding earth walls. See More
The "Nakahama Family Residence" is a "Nationally Registered Tangible Cultural Property." It was built during the Meiji period and…See More
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Tanahashi Family Residence (Arimatsu)
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Nagara Corporation Head Office Factory
The company is involved in manufacturing essential molds required for mass production. Pressing metal sheets with these molds results in the production of automotive and household appliance components. During factory tours, visitors can witness the process up close, where molds are set in press machines, and a single metal sheet is instantly transformed into the shape of a component. See More
The company is involved in manufacturing essential molds required for mass production. Pressing metal sheets with these molds res…See More
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Brother Museum
An experiential and display museum for discovering the lineage of manufacturing Brother Museum has a Communication Hall, Product Zone, History Zone, Sewing Machine Zone, and Library. Such products as inkjet or laser printers, fax machines, home sewing machines, industrial sewing machines, electronic stationery and online karaoke systems are on display. ・The museum is home to one of the finest collections of sewing machines in Japan. The collection includes a replica of the first sewing machine in the world, antique sewing machines from overseas, iconic Brother machines, and more. ・Have fun with the latest Brother products. Try out the latest Brother technology by making sewing machine embroidery, creating name stickers and paper crafts, printing photos, and more. See More
An experiential and display museum for discovering the lineage of manufacturing Brother Museum has a Communication Hall, Pro…See More
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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
The Arimatsu Narumi Shibori Hall is dedicated to preserving and promoting the unique tradition of shibori (tie-dyeing) in this re…See More
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Odaka Ryokuchi Greens
Urban Oasis - located within Nagoya city, this park spans approximately 106 hectares of vast land, including natural forests. It features facilities like a traffic park, tennis courts, and a baseball field, while maintaining a focus on nature. Additionally, there are popular amenities for children such as a lawn area and a dinosaur slide. For adults, there are recommended activities like a 1.5 hour walk around the park's paths or a 30 minute stroll through the bamboo groves. The year-round day campsite is a highly sought-after spot during the tourism seasons of spring and autumn, offering opportunities for barbecue enjoyment. See More
Urban Oasis - located within Nagoya city, this park spans approximately 106 hectares of vast land, including natural forests. It …See More
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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
Dinosaur Exploration at Odaka Greenery! Embark on a dinosaur adventure at Odaka Greenery! Discover 22 different types of dinosau…See More
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Arimatsu Dashi Float Hall
The hall displays three floats of Arimatsu (Hoteisha, Karakosha, and Jingukogosha) alternately, one each year, and introduces the area's festival culture. Just as the townscape has kept its calm Edo period charm over the last 400 years since the Keicho era, these floats are also important historical artifacts that are still in use today. Anyone can participate in pulling the floats during the annual fall festival on the first Sunday of October. Please come and visit! See More
The hall displays three floats of Arimatsu (Hoteisha, Karakosha, and Jingukogosha) alternately, one each year, and introduces the…See More
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Kasadera Kannon
A Shingon Sect temple. Also known as Tenrinzan Ryufukuji Temple. In 733, during the reign of Emperor Shomu, a Buddhist priest named Zenko Shonin found a piece of driftwood on Yobitsugi beach and carved it into an 11-faced Kannon statue. The statue was enshrined at this temple, which was called Komatsudera Temple at the time. On the temple site are Harusamezuka and Kasadera-Chidorizuka, which are sites connected with Basho, and a monument to Miyamoto Musashi. See More
A Shingon Sect temple. Also known as Tenrinzan Ryufukuji Temple. In 733, during the reign of Emperor Shomu, a Buddhist priest nam…See More
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Oka Family Residence (Arimatsu)
A designated cultural property of Nagoya. Important townscape building. Built in late Edo period, Okatei is a building in which substantial architectural style is well preserved and it is the biggest residence in Arimatsu. The residence consists of a main house, a workplace and two warehouses. Its well-preserved architectural styles include renjikoshi, a kind of lattice window; namakokabe, a wall with square tiles jointed with raised plaster; mushikomado, a type of window containing an insect cage-like lattice; and nurigome-zukuri, a process used to build a fire-resistant wall. The wave-shaped fire-resistant plaster wall under eaves is a prominent feature of the house. See More
A designated cultural property of Nagoya. Important townscape building. Built in late Edo period, Okatei is a building in which s…See More
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Miya no Watashi Park
Miya no Watashi Park is a historic park built from a wharf of Miya-juku, one of the 53 post stations of the Tokaido. The route from Miya-juku to Kuwana-juku was the only sea route in the whole Tokaido. The sea route was called Shichiri no Watashi based on the distance of the route. See More
Miya no Watashi Park is a historic park built from a wharf of Miya-juku, one of the 53 post stations of the Tokaido. The route fr…See More
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Atsuta Shrine Museum
About 4,000 historic items donated from the worshippers of Atsuta Jingu are maintained and exhibited. A total of 176 items are designated as national treasures, important cultural property, or Aichi prefectural cultural property. See More
About 4,000 historic items donated from the worshippers of Atsuta Jingu are maintained and exhibited. A total of 176 items are de…See More
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Hattori Family Residence (Arimatsu)
Registered Important Cultural Property of Aichi Prefecture. This is a mansion established in the late Edo era and consisting of one main building, one guest house, a gate, mon-nagaya (houses in a row with the gate), and six storehouses in the large site. Fire protection technology of those days is well preserved with the following architectural styles: renjikoshi, a kind of lattice window; namakokabe, a wall with square tiles jointed with raised plaster; mushikomado, a type of window containing a lattice like an insect cage; nurigome-zukuri, a process used to build a fire-resident wall; and udatsu, a short pillar set on a beam to support a ridgepole. House of Hattori is a representative building of Arimatsu. See More
Registered Important Cultural Property of Aichi Prefecture. This is a mansion established in the late Edo era and consisting of o…See More
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Kozuka Family Residence (Arimatsu)
A designated cultural property of Nagoya. Important townscape building. The House of Kozuka was built after the great fire of Tenmei occurred in Nagoya in 1784. The house consists of one main house, two storehouses, and one tea ceremony room. The following architectural styles are remarkably well preserved: renjikoshi, a kind of lattice window; namakokabe, a wall with square tiles jointed with raised plaster; mushikomado, a type of window containing lattice like an insect cage; nurigome-zukuri, a process used to build a fire-resistant wall; and udatsu, a short pillar set on a beam to support a ridgepole. A ring to tie horses that remains on the outer pillar recalls to mind the old days. See More
A designated cultural property of Nagoya. Important townscape building. The House of Kozuka was built after the great fire of Ten…See More
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Takeda Family Residence (Arimatsu)
One of Nagoya City's designated cultural properties and buildings of scenic importance A well-preserved tie-dyeing merchant's townhouse-style residence, and one of the landmark buildings of Arimatsu on the Tokaido Road. The residence consists of the main house, three storehouses, one tea room, and a 26-mat shoin-zukuri tatami drawing room. The walls on the second floor are painted with black plaster to make them fire-resistant, and Meiji period lamps remain on the eaves. These meticulously preserved details offer a glimpse of a prosperous merchant house of that time. See More
One of Nagoya City's designated cultural properties and buildings of scenic importance A well-preserved tie-dyeing merchant's to…See More
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Historic Townscapes of Arimatsu
The village was established in 1608 between the post towns of Chiryu and Narumi on the Old Tokaido Road, through encouragement by the ruling clan. The traditional Arimatsu-shibori tie-dyeing of this area is said to have been invented by the first immigrant to the village, Takeda Shokuro, and the village prospered along with the tie-dyeing industry. Arimatsu lies along about 800 gently bending meters of the Tokaido Road. The townscape's relatively relaxed atmosphere has been preserved, with many wide-plot tie-dyeing stores, gates, and fences. See More
The village was established in 1608 between the post towns of Chiryu and Narumi on the Old Tokaido Road, through encouragement by…See More
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LEGOLAND® JAPAN RESORT
Opened in April 2017, LEGOLAND® Japan is an outdoor theme park for kids ages two to twelve to enjoy a whole day with their families. In this park with around 17 million LEGO® blocks and 10,000 LEGO® models, there are lots of adventure-type interactive attractions based around the LEGO® world. LEGO® NINJAGO World, one of the most popular areas among all the LEGOLAND® parks around the world, opened in July 2019. The park has over 40 rides, attractions, and shows in eight different areas, and many of the rides can be enjoyed by small children. It's a place where families can have a truly wonderful day out together. The park is also home to SEA LIFE Nagoya, an aquarium where you can see, touch, and learn about the many surprises of the ocean world, and LEGOLAND® Japan Hotel, where you can stay in a LEGO® block world until morning. Spend an exciting day at LEGOLAND® Japan Resort, where child… See More
Opened in April 2017, LEGOLAND® Japan is an outdoor theme park for kids ages two to twelve to enjoy a whole day with their famili…See More
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SCMAGLEV and Railway Park
SCMAGLEV and Railway Park is a museum filled with dreams and memories of each generation. Opened March 14, 2011, this establishment introduces the evolution of high-speed railway technology through train car exhibits from local trains to the Superconducting Maglev train with a focus on the Tokaido Line bullet trains. You can learn about the workings of railroads and the progress of their histories through things like detailed railroad dioramas and bullet train driving simulators. See More
SCMAGLEV and Railway Park is a museum filled with dreams and memories of each generation. Opened March 14, 2011, this establis…See More
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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
This amazing aquarium's got it all! The South Building is centered around the theme of A Tour Through Antarctica, introducing the…See More