Nagoya doesn't shout for attention, but it rewards the curious. Miso katsu, hitsumabushi eel, and kishimen noodles form a food culture unlike anywhere else. The castle gleams gold, Toyota's heritage is on display, and the Osu district buzzes with indie energy.
What Nagoya is known for
Top-rated in Nagoya
SKYTRAIL Paragliding school
5.0nature
Tandem paragliding flights over Aichi's forested hills, with instruction for beginners and certified courses available.
Voice of Ceramics
4.9culture
Shape Mino-yaki pottery on a wheel at this Gifu studio, learning techniques that defined Japanese ceramics.
Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium
4.4aquarium
Modern aquarium with many species, including whales, a dolphin show & food & drink concessions.
Atsuta Shrine
4.5shrine
Shrine housing Imperial Regalia in 19 hectares of ancient forest, with a treasure hall of 4,000 artifacts.
Inuyama Castle & Castle Town
4.4castle
One of only twelve original Japanese castles, perched above the Kiso River with an intact Edo-era town below.
Nagoya City Science Museum
4.4museum
Japan's fourth-largest city blends industrial might with castle heritage, renowned for miso cuisine and Toyota ties.
Toyota Auto Museum
4.5museum
Museum tracing the history of automobiles, with chronological displays of rare & classic cars.
Atsuta Horaiken Honten
4.5restaurant
Birthplace of 'Hitsumabushi', the famous chopped grilled eel rice bowl eaten in three ways.