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NAGOYA SAMPLE ITINERARIES

Nagoya is a major transportation hub in Central Japan. Chubu Centrair International Airport, a first-class airport and one of the busiest in Japan, is just half an hour away from Nagoya by train, making the city a very convenient jump-off point to other areas in the region and even other major cities in Japan such as Tokyo and Osaka.

Whether you intend to concentrate on the area or explore other nearby attractions outside Nagoya, it’s best to plan your itinerary to maximize your visit and spend your money wisely. Here are sample itineraries for your Nagoya visit.


Option 1: Nagoya Only (4D/3N)

Day 1: Arrival
Arrival in Nagoya
Hotel Check-in
Nagoya Castle and Meijo Park
Dinner

Day 2: City Tour
Railway Museum (SCMAGLEV and Railway Park)
Lunch
Nagashima Resort
Dinner

Day 3: Museum and Amusement Park Day
Osu Kannon Temple
Shike-michi District
Lunch
Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry
Shopping at Sakae Downtown District
Dinner

Day 4: Departure


Option 2: Nagoya + Shirakawa-go (5D/4N)

Day 1: Arrival
Arrival in Nagoya
Hotel Check-in
Nagoya Castle and Meijo Park
Dinner

Day 2: City Tour
Railway Museum (SCMAGLEV and Railway Park)
Lunch
Nagashima Resort
Dinner

Day 3: Museum and Amusement Park Day
Osu Kannon Temple
Shike-michi District
Lunch
Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry
Dinner

Day 4: Shirakawa-Go
Shirakawa-gō Village
Lunch
Return to Nagoya
Shopping at Sakae Downtown District
Dinner

Day 5: Departure

Note: During winter when there’s illumination event, you might want to stay overnight in one of the traditional houses accepting guests. You can switch days; just make the necessary adjustment to match your preference and schedule. You just have to book in advance as guesthouses are full during this time of the year.


Option 3: Nagoya + Takayama (5D/4N)

Day 1: Arrival
Arrival in Nagoya
Hotel Check-in
Nagoya Castle and Meijo Park
Dinner

Day 2: City Tour
Railway Museum (SCMAGLEV and Railway Park)
Lunch
Nagashima Resort
Dinner

Day 3: Museum and Amusement Park Day
Osu Kannon Temple
Shike-michi District
Lunch
Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry
Dinner

Day 4: Takayama City
City Tour/Sanmachi
Lunch
Return to Nagoya
Dinner

Day 5: Departure

Note: You might want to stay overnight in Takayama and go to the Miyagawa Morning Market the next day. You can switch days; just make the necessary adjustment to match your preference and schedule.


Option 4: Nagoya + Shirakawa-go + Takayama (6D/5N)

Day 1: Arrival
Arrival in Nagoya
Hotel Check-in
Nagoya Castle and Meijo Park
Dinner

Day 2: City Tour
Railway Museum (SCMAGLEV and Railway Park)
Lunch
Nagashima Resort
Dinner

Day 3: Museum and Amusement Park Day
Osu Kannon Temple
Shike-michi District
Lunch
Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry
Dinner

Day 4: Shirakawa-Go
Shirakawa-gō Village
Lunch
Return to Nagoya
Shopping at Sakae Downtown District
Dinner

Day 5: Takayama City
City Tour/Sanmachi
Lunch
Return to Nagoya
Dinner

Day 6: Departure


Nagoya Essentials


Nagoya Pocket Wi-fi
Stay Internet-connected while in Nagoya!
➡️ RESERVE HERE

Shoryudo Highway Bus Pass
Easy access to highway buses!
➡️ RESERVE HERE

Nagoya City Walking Tour
See some of Nagoya’s iconic landmarks!
➡️ RESERVE HERE

JR Pass
Unlimited train rides within the JR network.
➡️ RESERVE HERE

Top Nagoya Hotels


Legoland Japan Hotel
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Lamp Light Books Hotel Nagoya
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Mitsui Garden Hotel Nagoya Premier
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Nagoya JR Gate Tower Hotel
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