Nagoya 8hr Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide & Vehicle

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

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 favorites 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.

What's Included

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

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

If your hotel or desired pick up point is not on the list, please contact us. Please be at your pick up point 10 minutes before the tour starts. This tour includes an English-speaking, Government-licensed guide and a private vehicle with a driver.

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Meeting point
Nagoya Station

The guide will be waiting with a name board.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Nagoya Castle

    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.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Atsuta-jingu Shrine

    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.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Tokugawa Art Museum

    The Tokugawa Art Museum houses the priceless heirlooms of the Owari Tokugawa family, including samurai armor, 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.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Hosho-in (Osu Kannon)

    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.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Oasis 21

    Oasis 21 is a striking landmark in Nagoya's downtown 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.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology

    Housed in Toyota's original red-brick textile factory, this fascinating museum traces the company's journey from automatic looms to automobiles, 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).

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Noritake no Mori

    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 center, and browse beautiful tableware in the shops and gallery.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Arimatsu no Machinami

    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.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Japan Guide Agency
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Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
City Tours
Car Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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