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A Bit of Technology, Nature and History in a Day

Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry & Tech.

Nagoya Castle

Endoji Shopping Arcade

A Bit of Technology, Nature and History in a Day

Art, Culture, & Historical

Joined 2025

Charley S.

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Nagoya

English (Native), Japanese

8 hours

Private tour (only you and Charley S.)

Up to 5 people

Let's check out a technology museum, natural gardens and a beautiful castle throughout the day. Near Nagoya station is the Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry & Technology. We can explore old-fashioned textile technology to robot assembly lines. After that, we can move on to Nagoya Castle, while passing the tranquil Noritake Gardens. Nagoya Castle has been called a masterpiece of Edo-period architecture. After the castle, we'll pass through Endo-Ji shopping arcade, established in 1612.

Itinerary

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09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Ground floor of Lucent Tower

- Lucent Tower is 500 meters north of Nagoya Station. It is accessible either through Nagoya Station or outside of Nagoya Station on the Sakura-Dori side.

09:30 AM

Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology

Toyota is a titan company for Aichi. This fabulous museum lets the patrons better understand the history of Toyota from a textile manufacturer to a global automobile manufacturer. The museum is divided into two parts, the textile manufacturing area and the innovative automobile pavilion. We can see the evolution from simple textile manufacturing of a loom to the robotic assembly lines of their automobiles. There are around 100 machines on display which give insight into the evolution of Toyota's technological innovation. A definite must see for any visitor to Nagoya.

12:00 PM

Nagoya Castle via Noritake Gardens

Just up the road from the Toyota Museum is the pleasant Noritake Gardens. It's up to the guests, but I thought we could take in the peacefulness of the gardens on our way to Nagoya Castle. The castle is 3 kilometers from Noritake, so we could walk or take a taxi, depending on the guests. Nagoya castle was the first castle to be designated a National Treasure in Japan. The castle was completed in 1615 by the Shogun, Tokugawa Ieyasu. Although, the main keep is being refurbished, patrons can still access the splendid Hommaru Palace and the exquisite gardens surrounding the castle grounds. It truly is breathtaking, it feels like you have entered a time-slip. Nagoya castle is considered a masterpiece in edo-period architecture. A must see for visitors to Nagoya.

Before moving on, we could stop at the Kinshachi Yokocho, which is located just outside the castle. There are a few cafes and restaurants here. I leave it up to the guests, we could grab a bite to eat here, or wait a little more, and get something in the Endoji Shopping arcade.

03:00 PM

Endoji Shopping Arcade

The Endoji shopping arcade is also a bit of a time-slip. It is an old merchants district which has its beginnings around 1612. There are many different kinds of shops throughout the arcade like cafes, hamburger joints, restaurants, and traditional Japanese knickknack shops. The area has a very nostalgic atmosphere, the feeling of historical significance seeps from the very walls. Its old charm waits to be discovered, tucked away, surrounded by the skyscrapers of Nagoya. A highly recommended experience.

Ending Point

Either Endoji, or back at Nagoya Station(1.3km from Endoji)

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Tour guide fee

What‘s not included

Public transportation

Entrance fees for museum and castle

Food costs

Tour Important Information

This tour does involve a bit of walking, so probably a good idea to wear comfortable walking shoes.

This tour is relatively flexible in regards to time, and amount of walking.

We could take taxis, and/or the subway(between Nagoya Castle and Endoji).

The Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology is closed on Mondays. So Mondays are a no go for this tour.

Important message from the supplier

Currently, I am playing music in three different bands, so sometimes we have gigs on Saturdays or Sundays. Therefore, I am not always available on weekends.

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 2025

Charley S.

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About Tour Guide Charley S.

Konnichiwa - - - Charley here. Originally, I grew up in Los Angeles and San Diego for the first quarter century of my life. In 2000, I moved to Aichi Prefecture, Japan. One of my main goals was to play music with Japanese musicians, particularly in the underground music scene, which I've been a part of throughout my life. Also, I wanted to enjoy and explore the beauty of living in a foreign country. I've been living here for 25 years, and can gladly say that I have been engaged thoroughly in both of those goals. Since the beginning of moving to Japan, I've always chosen to hang out and engage with Japanese people as opposed to other foreigners. I often find myself in izakaiyas and concert events where I am the only foreigner, but fortunately I am on good terms with the staff and other customers. So if you are looking to see the less touristy aspects of Japan, please feel free to get in touch with me and I would love to share what I have come to appreciate about Japan. Cheers !