Travel Plan for First Timers in Nagoya

Nagoya Castle, which is known as the symbol of the city, is a large-scale castle that was completed at the beginning of the 17th century during the Warring States period. The current castle is a restoration after it was burned down during the war. A museum is located inside the castle tower where you can view articles from those times, art works, and a replica of the famous “Kin-no-Shachihoko” (The Golden Mythical Carp), a symbol of the castle.

Centering on the articles of the first shogun of the Tokugawa clan, Ieyasu Tokugawa, valuable exhibits associated with the clan are on display including swords, armor, clothing and utensils that were used in daily life.

Walk through Tokugawa-en Garden, a Japanese-style garden adjacent to the Tokugawa Art Museum. A natural valley has been concentrated into the garden to express its natural beauty. You can enjoy this daimyo garden which retains a style that had been popular in the Edo Era.

Nagoya’s No. 1 commercial district, Sakae is an area that has amassed large department stores and restaurants among other establishments. Take a lunch break here while walking through the area. Sample Nagoya dishes such as hitsumabushi and miso katsu.

Oasis 21 is a new symbol of Nagoya located near Sakae Station. Take a walk through the floating glass roof of Spaceship-Aqua and the underground Galaxy Platform. Also taking a break in the large Field of Green is recommended.

A temple located in the old Osu district with the feeling of an ancient downtown. Constructed in 1333, it was moved to its present location in 1612. Following the burning of the current structure during the war, it was restored in 1970. The temple has continued to be admired through its long history by the local residents.

A shopping area that thrived as the town by the gate for Osu Kannon, there are plenty of distinct shops such as inexpensive secondhand clothing stores and electronics outlets where even secondhand kimono can be purchased at low prices. There are also many restaurants which not only include places serving Nagoya cuisine but also places representing other countries so that you can sample food from all over the world.