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A group of people standing in front of a traditional Japanese castle with cherry blossoms. 1
Four people standing in front of cherry blossoms with a pond and rocks in the background. 2
A group of people standing in front of a large cannon and a bear statue. 3
A person in traditional attire holding a fan, a child, and a banner with Japanese characters. 4
A group of people standing in front of a traditional Japanese castle with a large, multi-tiered structure. 5
By Japan Guide Agency
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$1,774 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Visiting central Japan and want to discover Nagoya in comfort? This tour is perfect for you! With a government-licensed guide and a private vehicle, exploring Japan's fourth-largest city has never been easier.

    Explore the dynamic city of Nagoya with our experienced, English-speaking licensed guides! From the magnificent Nagoya Castle with its golden shachihoko, to the sacred forests of Atsuta Shrine, the samurai treasures of the Tokugawa Art Museum, and the lively Osu shopping district, Nagoya blends history, craftsmanship and modern energy. Hungry after exploring? Nagoya is the home of “meshi” food culture - try local favourites like miso-katsu, hitsumabushi (grilled eel) and tebasaki chicken wings.

    We welcome you to come and experience the unique culture of Nagoya with us!

    Note*1: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government and requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Activity location

  • Nagoya Castle
    • 1-1 Honmaru,
    • 460-0031, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Nagoya Station
    • 4 1
    • 450-0002, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan

Check availability

Van (Up to 7 Pax)

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Van (Up to 7 Pax)
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$2,061.78 x 1 AdultNZ$2,061.78
Total
Price is NZ$2,061.78
Until Sun, 13 Sept

Minivan (Up to 4 Pax)

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Minivan (Up to 4 Pax)
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$1,924.55 x 1 AdultNZ$1,924.55
Total
Price is NZ$1,924.55
Until Sun, 13 Sept

Regular Car (Up to 2 Pax)

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Regular Car (Up to 2 Pax)
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$1,773.93 x 1 AdultNZ$1,773.93
Total
Price is NZ$1,773.93
Until Sun, 13 Sept

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Private vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Customisable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list'
  • Inclusions
    Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
  • Exclusions
    You cannot combine multiple tour groups.

Know before you book

    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • There are only a limited number of car seats and booster seats. Rear-facing car seats are not available. You must contact us directly if you need them.
    • Please contact us should you need a child or infant seat.

Activity itinerary

Nagoya Castle

  • 1h
Nagoya Castle is the proud symbol of the city, originally completed in 1612 on the orders of the Tokugawa shogunate. It is famous for the pair of golden shachihoko (mythical tiger-headed carp) that crown its main keep. The grounds also feature the magnificently reconstructed Hommaru Palace, decorated with dazzling gold-leaf sliding doors and beautiful seasonal cherry blossoms.

Atsuta Jingu

  • 45m
Atsuta Jingu is one of the most sacred and important Shinto shrines in Japan, traditionally said to enshrine the Kusanagi-no-Tsurugi, one of the country's Three Imperial Regalia. Set within a tranquil forest in the heart of Nagoya, this ancient shrine welcomes over nine million worshippers each year.

Tokugawa Art Museum

  • 1h
The Tokugawa Art Museum houses the priceless heirlooms of the Owari Tokugawa family, including samurai armour, swords, lacquerware, tea utensils and a celebrated 12th-century illustrated scroll of The Tale of Genji. The adjacent Tokugawa-en is an elegant Japanese landscape garden that is beautiful in every season.

Hosho-in (Osu Kannon)

  • 1h
The lively Osu district blends the sacred and the everyday. At its heart stands Osu Kannon, a vibrant Buddhist temple originally founded in the 14th century, surrounded by a bustling covered shopping arcade of around 1,200 shops selling antiques, kimono, electronics and street food from around the world.

Oasis 21

  • 45m
Oasis 21 is a striking landmark in Nagoya's city centre Sakae district, crowned by the "Spaceship Aqua" - a glass roof topped with a shallow pool of water that glows beautifully after dark. Around it you'll find the iconic Nagoya TV Tower, Japan's oldest TV tower, along with shops, cafes and a green rooftop park.

Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology

  • 1h
Housed in Toyota's original red-brick textile factory, this fascinating museum traces the company's journey from automatic looms to cars, with live demonstrations of working machinery. It is a must-see for anyone interested in Japanese craftsmanship, engineering and the spirit of monozukuri (making things).

Noritake no Mori

  • 30m
Noritake Garden (Noritake no Mori) is a green industrial-heritage park on the historic grounds of the world-famous ceramics maker Noritake. Stroll among the restored red-brick buildings, watch artisans hand-paint fine bone china in the craft centre, and browse beautiful tableware in the shops and gallery.

Arimatsu no Machinami

  • 45m
Arimatsu is a beautifully preserved Edo-period townscape famous for Arimatsu-Narumi shibori, a tie-dyeing craft over 400 years old. Wander streets lined with traditional merchant houses with their distinctive plastered walls and lattice windows, and admire exquisite hand-dyed textiles at the local workshops.

Location

Activity location

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    Nagoya Castle
    • 1-1 Honmaru,
    • 460-0031, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Nagoya Station
    • 4 1
    • 450-0002, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan

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