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
5.0entertainment
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.
Sakatejima Island
4.6nature
Sakatejima is the closest of Toba’s four inhabited islands.
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.
SCMaglev and Railway Park
4.4museum
This museum displays 35+ railway vehicles, including steam locomotives & bullet-train cars.