Nagoya Listing of Activities & Attractions

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Things to do in Nagoya

Nagoya Port Aquarium
Known for exhibiting a wide variety of marine species and entertaining dolphin and orca shows, entry is about ¥2000 for adults and ¥1000 for children, with discounts available for seniors and groups.

SCMAGLEV and Railway Park
Known for showcasing Japan's advanced rail technology including the SCMAGLEV and Shinkansen trains along with historical locomotives, entry is adult tickets cost 1,000 yen, children aged 7-15 pay 500 yen, and children 6 and under are free.

Nagoya Castle
Known for its impressive architecture, golden shachihoko ornaments, and samurai history, entry is about 500 yen for adults, with discounts available for children and seniors.

Atsuta Shrine
Known for enshrining the sacred Kusanagi no Tsurugi sword and its cultural and historical significance in Japan, entry is free.

Osu Kannon Temple
Known for its striking Buddhist architecture, lively flea markets, and proximity to the bustling Osu Shopping District, entry is free.

Sakae District
Known for its lively shopping streets, vibrant nightlife, and entertainment options, entry is free.

Nagoya TV Tower
Known for its panoramic city views and being Japan's oldest TV tower, entry is 700 yen for adults, with discounted tickets for children and seniors available.

Nagoya City Science Museum
Known for its large planetarium and interactive science exhibits, entry is around ¥800 for adults, with discounts for children and seniors, and varies depending on special exhibitions or planetarium shows.

Nagoya Station
Known for being one of the largest train stations in the world with extensive shopping and dining facilities, entry is free.

Noritake Garden
Known for its beautiful ceramic art museum, pottery workshops, and lovely garden spaces dedicated to the Noritake porcelain legacy, entry is approximately ¥500 for adults, with discounted rates for children and seniors, and some workshops may have additional fees.

Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology
Known for its extensive exhibits on the history of Toyota’s industry and technological innovations, entry is around ¥500 for adults, with discounts available for students and free admission for children under a certain age.

Nagoya City Art Museum
Known for showcasing modern and contemporary art with a focus on post-war Japanese artists and avant-garde works, entry is includes an entrance fee of around ¥500 for adults, with discounts available for students and children depending on exhibitions.

Tokugawa Art Museum
Known for its impressive collection of samurai-related artifacts, traditional Japanese art, and historical documents from the Tokugawa era, entry is around ¥1000 for adults, with discounted rates for children and seniors; special exhibition fees may apply separately.

Hisaya Odori Park
Known for its central location in Nagoya offering a green oasis with fountains, sculptures, and seasonal flower displays, entry is free.

Shirakawa Park
Known for its peaceful gardens and seasonal cherry blossoms that attract visitors looking for natural beauty within the city, entry is free.