Nagoya Tours

5 hours 30 min

Embark on a fascinating journey through time as we explore the renowned Nagoya Castle and the historic shopping street in Nagoya. This tour offers a blend of Japan's rich architectural heritage and its vibrant modern culture. Join me to discover the unique architecture of Nagoya Castle and immerse ourselves in the bustling atmosphere of the main shopping area, where centuries-old shrines and modern cuisine coexist harmoniously.

Two days trip to Takayama and Shirakawa-go from Nagoya

2 days

This tour takes you to a typical Japanese old town, “Takayama” and a rural farming village,”Shirakawa-go”. Takayama is a traditional old town called “Little Kyoto” which is famous for its beautiful and gorgeous “Yamahoko floats festival” held in April and October, being similar to “Gion festival” in Kyoto. Shirakawago is a historic village deep in the mountains with unique traditional “Gasshouzukuri”farmhouses survive 200 years. Shirakawago is a World Heritage site.

Toyota C. Museum of I. & T and Tokugawa Art Museum

In this tour you will visit 2 popular tourist destinations in Nagoya, Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology and Tokugawa Art Museum. "TOYOTA" was not an Automobile company at the time of founding!!! What?! Let's go to Toyota Museum to find out the truth there! After enjoying the Toyota museum, you will visit Tokugawa Art Museum which is a treasure trove of samurai armor & arms and traditional Japanese art works such as tea ceremony utensil, paintings and calligraphy.

Art & Craft Tour of Nagoya with Tie-dyeing Experience

This is a culture and craft-oriented tour visiting two art and craft places in Nagoya; Arimatsu and Noritake Garden. Both have unique history and have been continuing to produce beautiful tie-dyed products and hand-painted porcelain products respectively. Hands-on experience of tie-dyeing is a highlight of the tour. In addition, we'll pay a visit to Atsuta Shrine, one of the most famous shrines in Japan said to be founded in 113. It is conveniently located to be included in this itinerary.

历史/文化/美食（名古屋城/德川美术馆/午餐）

我给您介绍名古屋的历史／文化／美食．我陪同您介绍名古屋城或江户时代的日本人的生活，在德川美术馆您参观德川家收藏的美术品及武家的生活方式，参观后您用午餐．午餐我陪您修改日本古民家的意大利菜店「Antichi」　或鳗鱼菜店「木场」．土生土长在名古屋的日本人导游陪同您名古屋世界．

FROM$40/ per group

花井(Hanai)

One day Castle tour in Gifu

Let's enjoy Gifu and Aichi premium Japanese castle with me. I picked up from Japanese 100 premium castle and succeeding Japanese 100 premium castle. Nagoya castle, Gifu castle, Inuyama castle, Okazaki castle, Ogaki castle, Gujohachiman castle, Iwamura castle, Mino Kanayama castle, Komakiyama castle, Kiyosu castle, Yoshida castle etc. Please contact me !

Nagoya: Guided Walking Tour of Hirokoji Street

2 hours

This is a two-hour guided walking tour of Hirokoji Street, one of the main streets of central Nagoya which runs straight from the Nagoya Station area to Sakae, the very heart of Nagoya. Thousands of people just walk Hirokoji Street hurriedly to go to their offices, shops or restaurants destinations everyday but actually there are lots of interesting stories and trivia, both historic and modern. You will find out the city’s history, culture and life of local people through this walk.

Nagoya. Atsuta Shrine: Discover the Sacred Essence of Shinto

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2 hours 30 min

Embark on a captivating journey to Atsuta Shrine (熱田神宮), one of the most revered Shinto shrines in Japan. This sacred site enshrines the powerful Sun Goddess Amaterasu and houses the legendary Kusanagi sword, one of the country's three imperial regalia. Although the sword remains hidden from public view, the shrine's remarkable architecture, reminiscent of the Ise Shrines, showcases the essence of traditional Japanese Shinmei-zukuri style. Join us as we delve into the rich history and spiritual

Nagoya Highlights Tours

Half day Nagoya tour with local

4 hours

You don't know what to do in Nagoya but don't have enough time? Here I give you a quick highlights tour with local tips! Nagoya is easy to commute from Tokyo & Osaka but has a different vibes and cultural aspect. If you are tired to be at too touristic areas, Nagoya is the best destination for you!

Nagoya Highlights for First Timers

4 hours

After we meet up around 9:00, we get on a bus. First, we go to Nagoya Castle, a must-see place in Nagoya, then move to Tokugawa Japanese Garden and its museum, where you may have a nice lunch or grab a bite overviewing the beautiful garden, walk through Culture Street, then Mirai Tower. In this way, you will see from the past of Japan to a current modern town. There is a local's favorite entertainment district, where you can enjoy international cuisine and shopping.

Nagoya Golden Tour

Nagoya is the 4th largest city in Japan with a population of about 2.2 million. I would like to guide you Nagoya Castle, Osu Kannon Temple, old shopping streets, Oasis21 and Nagoya TV Tower. Nagoya Castle was first built by Tokugawa Ieyasu in 1612. Afterwards it was burnt down in 1945 and it was reconstructed in 1959. You can see Golden Shachi on the both ends of the top roof. Furthermore the Honmaru (the keep of a castle) reconstructed in 2013 is open to the public, too.

Nagoya favorite one day tour

This Nagoya favorite one day tour will take you to Atsuta Shrine, Nagoya Castle and Osu Kannon Temple in a large shopping district as major destinations. Public transportation is very convenient to visit these places. You can enjoy local food lunch and Japanese sweets . If you have any specific places to visit in your mind such as Inuyama, where the TIME world's greatest places 2023 featured. I will accommodate the itinerary accordingly.

Nagoya One-day sightseeing with Maki

Discover Nagoya, a city of history and industry! Nagoya is the fourth largest city in Japan and is conveniently located along the Shinkansen bullet train line, making it easily accessible by public transportation. Let’s visit the lively and stimulating city together with Maki.

Nagoya 1 day Grand Tour

9 hours

I am a National Government Licensed Tour Guide in English. I have lived in Nagoya City for more than 3 decades and I can guide you in tourist spots in Nagoya such as Nagoya Castle, Osu Kannon Temple & shopping arcade, Oasis 21 & TV Tower in Sakae and so on. Also, I can guide you to Takayama & Shirakawa in Gifu and Magome & Tsumago in Nagano and Ise in Mie, all are 2 days' trip from Nagoya.

One day trip in Nagoya! history & local of Nagoya!

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This is definitely the trip you should try if you are the first time visitor to Nagoya! During this tour, you are going to visit the most famous & popular places and also my favorite places in my city of Nagoya. Therefore, you will feel and experience Nagoya's history and local vibes. Also I would be very flexible when you have any typical request, so let me know. Thank you for checking on this tour and looking forward to seeing you soon.

FROM$78/ per group

Hidenori T.

Nagoya Day Trip Tours

Enjoy sightseeing in Nagoya on route bus

Nagoya is located in the center of Japan. It has both "samurai" culture and modern technology. If you visit Nagoya, you can enjoy traditional culture as well as modern technology. Why don't you come and enjoy Nagoya with me?

Day trip from Nagoya to Matsusaka by local train

Matsusaka city is one of the famous preserved towns including castle, samurai houses, and rich merchant houses. And it is also known as Japanese top-brand beef. "Matsusaka beef". In this tour you can enjoy all of them. Let's start the tour from Nagoya station by local train.

FROM$194/ per group

Tatsuya I.

Takayama (Little Kyoto)

Takayama is called a little Kyoto. It is situated in a narrow and flat land surrounded by high mountains. Developed after a Kyoto-style town-planning scheme under the administration of Lord Takayama in 1600s, the town is divided into three areas such as Samurai houses, Buddhist Temples and merchants' quarters. I would like to take you to Takayama Jinya, Kami-sannomachi avenue, and Yatai Floats Museum. Your eEntrance fee is about 1,300JPY /person.

Day trip from Nagoya to Mino, Gujo Hachiman by local train

11 hours 40 min

Are you interested in rural area of Japan? Japan has many attractive preserved towns. In this tour you can visit some of such towns by local train. The tour starts from Nagoya. you will visit Mino and Gujo-Hachiman by Nagara-gawa railroad.

FROM$259/ per group

Tatsuya I.

Day trip from Nagoya to Handa city

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5 hours

Fermented foods like soy sauce, Miso, Sake, and vinegar are essential ingredients in Japanese cuisine. Handa city is an integral part of the fermented food industry in Japan and a fascinating place to visit for any foodie. During this tour, you can learn about the impact of fermented foods on Handa and the rest of Japan.

FROM$130/ per group

Tatsuya I.

Nagoya Unique Experience Tours

One day trip in Nagoya with a local! Eat, Walk and Discover!

You don't know what to do in Nagoya? There are so many hidden places not known by tourists but it is worth to visit! We'll visit Nagoya castle, Nagono area where it is a full of tiny shops and restaurants, and Osu shopping arcade. I'm always flexible for the guest's preference and interests, so please feel free to tell me your interest and I can organize the best tour for you!

Sumo Tournament in Nagoya with a Local Guide

This tour provides you a half day tour of Nagoya sumo event in July. I'm a big sumo fan and I go to Nagoya event every year so I can explain about the rules and tips on how to enjoy sumo! The tour fee doesn't cover the entrance fee for the guide and guests but I can arrange you the entrance. Please ask me first via message about the details.

名古屋地区のモーニング、お菓子購入ツアー（名古屋地区的早餐体验，购买日本点心等旅行）

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2 hours 30 min

名古屋地区是早餐和茶道非常盛行。名古屋地区与德川家有着密切的关系，武家喜欢的茶道文化现在也非常盛行。我希望您来到名古屋时尝尝名古屋的咖啡馆早餐。「KAKO」是位于名古屋中村区的老铺。我陪同您去深受名古屋人的咖啡馆。还有名古屋人非常喜欢喝抹茶，抹茶是比较苦，所以一般先用日本点心后喝抹茶。所以日本点心店也比较多。日本点心又好吃又好看。请一定尝一尝！我推荐几家日本点心点。比如位于中村区的「孝和堂」等。

FROM$20/ per group

花井(Hanai)

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Nagoya Tour Reviews

Genevieve W.

5 / 5

Apr 15, 2024

Toyota C. Museum of I. & T and Tokugawa Art Museum

Apr 15, 2024

“Wonderful Experience in Nagoya ”

MICHIKO was a very good choice for our group of 6. She was waiting for us at the cruise terminal and guided us to the Toyota Museum and Tokugawa Museum. She told us about the city, it’s history and what we could expect at the museums. We had time to enjoy the exhibits and did not feel rushed. We were all happy with MICHIKO, her knowledge and her English skills.

Michiko N.

(19 reviews)

Dear Genevieve, Thank you so much for such an excellent review. I’m so glad to know that all of you enjoyed Toyota Museum and Tokugawa Museum last Friday. I also really had a delightful time with such wonderful people like you all. I thank you all for your consideration and kindness. Best regards, Michiko

Norman H.

5 / 5

Apr 12, 2024

One day trip in Nagoya with a local! Eat, Walk and Discover!

6 hours 30 min

Apr 12, 2024

“Great tour and personality”

Saki did a great job taking us through Nagoya which isn't easy given that city is typically on the back burner compared to Kyoto, Yokohama, Nagasaki, etc, but she made our visit really smooth and pleasant, and fun to be with, taking us to authentic places she knew of that we wouldn't have found on our own, and isn't that what a private guide is really there for ?

Karen M.

5 / 5

Apr 12, 2024

Atsuta Shrine the Sacred Essence. Nagoya Castle and Historical Shopping Street. Toyota Museum