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Inuyama Castle Tour: History, Heart Shrine & Street Food

Inuyama Castle Tour: History, Heart Shrine & Street Food

Art, Culture, & Historical

Joined 2026

Aoi M.

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Aichi

English, Japanese (Native)

5 hours

Private tour (only you and Aoi M.)

Up to 4 people

Explore the charming town of Inuyama on this relaxing walking tour. Visit Inuyama Castle, one of Japan’s five national treasure castles, and enjoy its rich history and beautiful views. Stroll through the traditional castle town, enjoy delicious street food, and discover the famous Sanko Inari Shrine with its cute heart-shaped decorations. Experience a perfect mix of Japanese history, culture, and local flavors in one memorable tour.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

11:00 AM

Meeting Point

Inuyama Station (Meitetsu Line)

- It is a convenient place and only about 30 minutes from Nagoya Station by train without changing trains.

11:10 AM

the castle town

There are many old buildings, and you will feel like you traveled back in time.

One of the best things there is street food. You can enjoy many kinds of food, from traditional Japanese food to popular cute sweets. If you want, you can also wear a kimono and walk around. It is not as crowded as Kyoto or Tokyo, so it is easy to take pictures.

01:00 PM

Sanko Inari Shrine

It’s famous for its heart decorations. You can write your wish on a heart-shaped wooden plaque or try a heart-shaped fortune slip. The shrine has many heart designs, and people love the mix of traditional Japanese style and cute hearts.

02:00 PM

Inuyama Castle

It is a national treasure with over 500 years of history. At the top, you can enjoy a beautiful view that samurai may have seen long ago.

04:00 PM

Castle town

We’ll pass through the castle town once more, where you can shop for lots of souvenirs!

Ending Point

Inuyama station

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

・Guide fee

What‘s not included

・Admission fees to attractions (e.g., admission to Inuyama Castle is ¥1,000 per adult)

・Meals

・Personal expenses

Tour Important Information

・Since we will climb steep stairs at Inuyama Castle during this tour, I recommend wearing pants rather than a short skirt.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2026

Aoi M.

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About Tour Guide Aoi M.

Hello! My name is Aoi, and I live in Aichi Prefecture, Japan.

I am a Japanese language teacher and have experience helping international visitors understand Japanese culture and daily life. I also worked as a public servant, where I assisted foreign residents in English.

I love introducing the hidden charms of Nagoya and Inuyama, not only the famous sightseeing spots but also local food, history, and everyday Japanese culture.

My tours are friendly, flexible, and personalized to your interests. Whether you would like to explore historical sites, enjoy local cuisine, practice Japanese conversation, or experience authentic local life, I would be happy to create a memorable tour for you.

I look forward to helping you discover Japan from a local perspective!

See you in Nagoya!