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Top Things to Do in Nagoya
Ghibli Park & Aichi Museum 1-Day Tour from NagoyaYou get a full day inside three Ghibli Park areas with a timed entry to Ghibli's Grand Warehouse, a bento box lunch, and admission to an Aichi Prefecture museum (pottery, cars, or aircraft depending on the day). Round-trip bus transport from Nagoya and a licensed guide are included; you move through the park on your own schedule after the initial briefing. Bring your passport and arrive on time for the 10:00 entry window.Is it for me?Best for travelers who want to see the main Ghibli Park areas and a regional museum without arranging separate transport or buying tickets on arrival—the fixed itinerary and included pass mean you spend your time exploring, not planning.
Nagoya: Nakasendo Trail Hiking & Post Towns Day TripYou hike 8 km of Japan's ancient Nakasendo trail from Tsumago to Magome with a guide who explains the samurai-era history and points out original cobblestone sections. The route passes two waterfalls (where you eat lunch), a local teahouse, and ends in a mountain post town with craft shops and water wheels. Round-trip transport from Nagoya is included, and a non-hiking option lets you explore Tsumago on foot while others hike, then meet up at Magome for lunch and shopping before returning to the city.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in or visiting Nagoya who want to walk an actual piece of Japan's samurai-era road without arranging transport or navigating the trail alone. The 8 km hike requires moderate fitness and takes most of the day—that is what fits both the forest sections and the post towns into one trip. A non-hiking option is available if you prefer to explore Tsumago and Magome at a slower pace.
Nagoya Osu Street Food Walking Tour with Local GuideStroll through Nagoya’s Osu district tasting local favorites like Miso Kushi Katsu, Gohei Mochi, and karaage while learning about shrines and temples from your guide. Try your luck with an omikuji fortune and see why this lively neighborhood keeps its charm after all these years.
