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  Travel Around to Nagoya's Shrines

  Japanese families have traditionally had a kamidana, or household Shinto altar, in their homes. Changes in lifestyles, such as the trend toward living in apartments, have led to the disappearance of these altars from many homes. However, when you venture outside, you will find many such shrines. We hope that you, coming from various parts of the world, will encounter deities in Nagoya, who alwa…

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  2024 Plum Blossom Information

  The sweet scents of plum blossoms once again announce spring's arrival in Nagoya. Find all the info you need on Nagoya's scenic plum blossom spots, when the flowers come into bloom, and simultaneous events. Don't miss the chance to see spring's beauty as told by these ornate flowers. Note: • Content details are subject to change due to conditions related to Covid-19. Find the most up-to-date …

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  Nagoya Autumn Leaves 2024 special feature

  Get an introduction to the must-see fall color spots in Nagoya and the surrounding area. Many of the featured spots also offer nighttime illumination for a magical atmosphere different than the daytime. A variety of events are held together with the fall leaves season, be sure to check them out!

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  The easy way to travel Nagoya with Me~guru♪

  Get around Nagoya's sightseeing spots the easy way with Nagoya Sightseeing Route Bus Me~guru. Weekends and national holidays even offer volunteer guides!

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  Cultural Treasures of Nagoya & Aichi, The Traditional Skills, Art & Craft of Manufacturing

  Nagoya City and Aichi Prefecture have long enjoyed an economic clout far stronger than that of powerhouses Tokyo, Osaka, Hiroshima or any other region. Since the feudal period Nagoya and Aichi have been one of Japan’s leading traditional manufacturing areas. Here, manufacturing was perfected as an art, and the art of manufacturing textiles, ceramics, household and daily use items, various arts an…

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  Finding Yourself in Hot Water is a Hell of a Way to Relax in Nagoya!

  Being located directly along the Pacific Ocean’s Ring Of Fire, about 10% of the world’s active volcanos are found in Japan. Thanks to this, the Japanese have long enjoyed the benefits of thermal hot spring resorts. It has become part of the culture, and here’s how and where you can experience that culture and the pleasures of hot springs in the Nagoya region.

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  Photogenic Nagoya

  For many years the powers that be painted Nagoya in a somewhat unfavorable light. Nagoya was portrayed simply as an industrial region, bereft of much of beauty or interest. While it is true that the art of manufacturing was perfected in Nagoya and Aichi Prefecture, and as such, has become the financially strongest region in Japan, it also provides a wide range of scenes unknown to the average tou…

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  New Year Fun in Nagoya Special Feature 2023–2024

  Ring the New Year as you strike a traditional Buddhist temple bell and take to the flock of many making their first visits of the year to shrines, temples, and events during Japan's New Year season. Experience the Japanese New Year in Nagoya with family and those closest to you. Notes: • Content details are subject to change due to conditions related to Covid-19. Find the most up-to-date info…

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  Spring is in the air: 2024 Nagoya Flower Viewing Special Feature

  The city of Nagoya is full of famous spots boasting a myriad of cherry blossoms—from those with early bloomers and blossoms blooming in a relay of succession to those counted among Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossoms Spots. Walk along paths lined with flowering cherry trees, capture the beauty with your camera, and just plain enjoy the spectacular scenery which comes but once every spring. Check out…

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  Famous Blossom Viewing Spots in Aichi & Nagoya

  Nature has always played a prominent role throughout Japan’s long history and deep culture. Look at the family crests, for example, and note how many feature flowers or leaves. Look at the iconic images of Japan, and flowers will somehow always be present. Enjoying flowers, particularly flowers seen as auspicious, has also been a major part of traditional Japanese culture. To best understand Japa…