Sightseeing Spots

The Road of Manufacturing Culture

On the west side of Nagoya Castle, there is an area where traditional crafts such as Nagoya yuzen (a type of kimono dyeing) and Nagoya folding fans have been passed down through generations. It is also known for its concentration of confectionery manufacturers and wholesalers, historical resources like Shikenmichi Road, Endoji Shopping Street, and Mino Road, as well as being the birthplace of modern industries. This area is characterized by a vibrant culture related to "monozukuri" or manufacturing. It is referred to as "The Road of Manufacturing Culture." See More

Aichi-Nagoya War Memorial Museum

The "War Memorial Museum" is a place where visitors can contemplate war through actual materials collected from local residents. The museum exhibits real artifacts related to war, donated by citizens and residents of the prefecture and city. Groups can also arrange guided tours with explanations by museum staff if they make reservations at least 30 days in advance. If you're interested, feel free to inquire about it. The Aichi Prefectural Government Otsu Bridge Annex Building, where the museum is located, is a historically significant structure completed in 1933. You can admire the architectural features of that era, such as the popular scratch tiles and intricate plaster decorations. See More

Nagoyatoshogu

Nagoya Toshogu Shrine was established by Tokugawa Yoshinao, the founder of the Nagoya Domain, in the 5th year of the Gen'wa era (1619), enshrining Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founding shogun of the Tokugawa Shogunate, within Nagoya Castle. In the 8th year of the Meiji era (1875), the shrine was relocated to its current location. However, it was tragically destroyed by the bombings during World War II in the 20th year of the Showa era (1945). The current main hall of the shrine is a reconstruction, originally being the memorial hall (otamaya) of Tadayori, the lawful wife of Yoshinao. This structure was moved from Wanchosan Temple to Kenchuji Temple in the 3rd year of the Taisho era (1914) and then transferred to the present site in the 29th year of the Showa era (1954). It is now designated as an Important Cultural Property of Aichi Prefecture. Before the war, the Toshogu Festival used to feat… See More

Hitsuji Shrine

The name of the shrine, Hitsuji Jinja is derived from a historical connection to a person called Hitsuji Taif), who was the lord of the Hitsuji clan. According to the inscriptions on the "Tago-hi" monument in Yoshii Town, Tano District, Gunma Prefecture (now part of Takasaki City, Yoshii Town), Hitsuji Taifu used to stop at a residence in this area (currently located in Nagoya City, Kita Ward, Tsuji-cho) during his journey to the capital in Nara. The people of this land wished for peaceful living, and thus, Hitsuji Taifu enshrined the deity of fire, leading to the shrine being called Hitsuji Jinja - the shrine where Hitsuji Taifu prayed for tranquility in people's hearts. The location of Tsuji-cho, where the shrine is situated, is described in the historical document of Owari Province as "Now, the village is called Tsuji, but it used to be known as 'Hinotsuji,' referring to its ass… See More

Shidami Kofungun Experience Museum

Approximately 200 tumuli were constructed in Nagoya with a third of them (66) confirmed in Kamishidami, Moriyama-ku; and seven--known as the Shidami Kofungun (Shidami Tumulus Group)--are designated national historic landmarks. The Shidami Kofungun occupies a narrow range of 1.7 km from east to west and 1 km from north to south, consists of tumuli built from the beginning of the Kofun (tumulus) period to its end, and is one of the rarest clusters of tumuli in all of Japan. The Shidami Kofungun Historical Area has been maintained to preserve the tumuli. The Shidami Kofungun Historical Area is something like a true-to-life encyclopedia in which you can actually walk around tumuli seeing their various characteristics and differences by the period they were built such as shape and size. The Shidami Kofungun Experience Museum (known as "SHIDAMU" for short) opens in the Shidami Kofungun H… See More

Nagoya University Museum

Nagoya University Museum was established in April 2000 as the fifth integrated university museum in Japan. Its purpose is to comprehensively and internationally provide feedback, resources, and social return on the academic specimens and materials of Nagoya University, as well as the results of university research. It has six main missions: Research, Education for the Next Generation, Exhibitions, Creation and Inheritance of Knowledge, Specimen Collection, International Exchange, etc. See More

Ogaki Kyoritsu Bank Takagi Family Documents Exhibition Gallery (inside Nagoya University Central Library)

The Ogaki Kyoritsu Bank Takagi Family Documents Exhibition Gallery is located in a corner of Nagoya University's Central Library, and as a permanent exhibit, it displays replicas of the Takagi Family Documents owned by Nagoya University (the establishment also holds special exhibits on other materials in the collection). The Takagi Family Documents are a collection of documents formerly owned by the Nishi Takagi family, a hatamoto clan whose fief was Tokigo and Tarago in Ishizu County, Mino Province (present-day Kami-Ishizu Town, Ogaki City, Gifu Prefecture), and some of them have been designated as Important Cultural Properties by the nation under the name "Kotai Yoriai Nishi Takagi Family-related Materials". There is no admission fee, and anyone can view them. You can also freely tour the Central Library by signing your name at the reception desk. See More

The Sugihara Chiune Square - Sempo Sugihara Memorial

The Sugihara Chiune Square is an outdoor exhibition facility dedicated to honoring the humanitarian achievements of Chiune Sugihara, known for the "Visas for Life." The facility showcases life-size bronze statues of Sugihara and a Jewish family, as well as reproductions of visas on ceramic plates. Additionally, it displays historical materials from Sugihara's time at the former Aichi Prefectural Fifth Middle School (now Aichi Prefectural Mizuho High School). See More

Water History Museum

The Water History Museum is a place where you can easily learn about the history, role, and disaster prevention aspects of Nagoya's water supply and sewerage projects. It was established to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Nagoya City's water supply and sewerage business. The museum houses over 800 exhibits, showcasing historical materials and items related to Nagoya's water supply and sewerage projects. The friendly museum staff offer guided tours and organize seasonal events for visitors to enjoy. By visiting the museum, you can gain a clear understanding of the development and significance of Nagoya's water infrastructure and its essential role in disaster preparedness. If you're interested in learning about the history of Nagoya's water supply and sewerage, as well as its contribution to disaster prevention, the Water History Museum is the perfect place to explore. See More

Takamu Shrine

The pure spring water that springs forth within the precincts of Takamu Shrine is known as "Koi no Mizu" or "Love Water." It's said that drinking this water can bring about romantic relationships or even longevity. The purity of this water is guaranteed. This water maintains a consistent temperature throughout the year and is now one of the few remaining wells within the city. Takamu Shrine, the place of origin for the name "Furui no Sato" (Ancient Well Village), is an ancient shrine mentioned in the Engishiki (927 AD, mid-Heian period) and is classified as a Shikinaisha (Shinto shrine listed in historical records). The shrine enshrines the Deity of Bonds and Hachiman-sama. See More

Nagoya City Museum

A museum of historical objects from the Owari region, with a focus on Nagoya A museum of historical objects from the Owari region, with a focus on Nagoya. The permanent exhibition hall gives an introduction to history from the Paleolithic Age to the present day. Many of the materials come from 24,000 or so donations from citizens, and there are over 270,000 artifacts in total in the collection. The special exhibition hall holds about five exhibitions every year, including special exhibitions on Cultural Heritage inside and outside Japan, and temporary exhibitions on the history and culture of the Owari region. There are also various events like lectures and workshops planned for visitors to the museum. In front of the museum there is a Japanese-style garden that can be enjoyed in every season. There is an auditorium on the basement 1st floor and a gallery on the 3rd floor that are op… See More

Okehazama Kosenjo Park

The Okehazama Battlefield Park is the central location of the Battle of Okehazama that occurred in the year 1560 during the Eiroku era. It is the place where Imagawa Yoshimoto, who had set up his camp on Mt. Okehazama, was slain by Hattori Koheita and Mouri Shinsuke. Locally, it is known as "Takaraku Tsubo." As a historical site park, it has been developed and within the park, you can find bronze statues of Oda Nobunaga and Imagawa Yoshimoto, as well as the tombstone of Imagawa Yoshimoto, commemorating the significant events that took place there. See More

Arimatsu Narumi Shibori Hall

The Arimatsu Narumi Shibori Hall is dedicated to preserving and promoting the unique tradition of shibori (tie-dyeing) in this region. It showcases a wide range of shibori products and materials of historical and artistic value, aiming to preserve and develop this craft. Additionally, Arimatsu is renowned for its scenic beauty, being considered the most picturesque stop among the Tokaido Fifty-Three Stations. The town's traditional streetscape, depicted in ukiyo-e prints by famous artists like Hokusai and Hiroshige, still flourishes today, nurturing the culture of shibori and continuing to transmit the beauty of Japan to the present day. See More

Arimatsu Dashi Float Hall

The hall displays three floats of Arimatsu (Hoteisha, Karakosha, and Jingukogosha) alternately, one each year, and introduces the area's festival culture. Just as the townscape has kept its calm Edo period charm over the last 400 years since the Keicho era, these floats are also important historical artifacts that are still in use today. Anyone can participate in pulling the floats during the annual fall festival on the first Sunday of October. Please come and visit! See More

Aichi Asahi Site Museum

This museum of ancient civilization introduces the Asahi Ruins, the largest Yayoi-period ruins in Japan, located in Aichi Prefecture. The Asahi Ruins are one of the largest settlements in Japan, which existed from the early Yayoi period to the early Kofun period (6th century BC to 4th century AD). The settlement flourished as the center of life and culture in the region and played an important role in connecting the Yayoi cultures of eastern and western Japan. Investigations to date have revealed that the ruins stretch 1.4 km from east to west and 0.8 km from north to south, with an estimated area of 800 thousand to one million square meters. Residences were built on slight elevations on the north and south sides of a valley that flows from northeast to southwest. Graves were built to surround the residential area with large burial areas particularly widespread on the east and west … See More

Inuyama Artcraft Museum / Karakuri Exhibition Room

Materials regarding the history and cultural heritage of a castle town, Inuyama, are exhibited. The floats of the Inuyama Festival, marionettes, and artifacts kept in Inuyama are also exhibited. Historical documents for the compilation of a history of Inuyama are preserved. The studio of a puppet master, the 9th Tamaya Shobe, is installed and marionette manufacturing is demonstrated every Friday and Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. A painting by Tsuda Teizo (the 13th Tsuda Sukezaemon) focusing on a marionette named "bishu kikogenso" is exhibited. See More

Hachomiso limited Inc.

The factory tour of the company started in January 1983. The number of visitors increased with the broadcast of NHK's period drama, "Tokugawa Ieyasu". At the completion of the historical museum, the factory tour program became a tour of a historical museum and nekasegura (miso storehouse) accompanied by a guide. The factory became well-known to the general public as a factory tour facility by adding a souvenir shop. See More

Japanese Garden Urakuen

The Tea House Joan is a tea room constructed by Oda Urakusai, a prominent tea master born in the historical province of Owari during the early days of the tea ceremony. Designated as a national treasure in 1936, the structure is important to the history of tea ceremony culture. The study relocated at the same time as Joan is designated as an important cultural property. In addition, there are a tea ceremony room called Genan which Oda Urakusai built in Osaka’s Tenma neighborhood and was restored based on old drawings, a newly built tea ceremony room called Koan, and a four-season garden. See More

Nagakute Ancient Battlefield Memorial Park

This is the ancient battlefield where Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Tokugawa Ieyasu fought a fierce battle in 1584 and it is designated as national historic site. Today, the site is maintained as Kosenjo Park with mounds of the warlords and materials on the local area. In addition, a stone on which Tokugawa Ieyasu sat and held a war council remains in the Historical Museum located 1 km north of Kosenjo Park. See More