Cultural Delights of Nagoya and Surroundings Itinerary

Start your day with a hands-on experience at the Nagoya Grandma’s Sushi Making Class. Learn the art of sushi making from a local expert.

For a late lunch, head to Kishimen Sugakiya Nagoya Station to try the famous kishimen noodles. Afterward, take a relaxing stroll in the Osu Shopping District, known for its unique shops and historic atmosphere.

Indulge in a multi-course kaiseki meal at Nagoya Cochin Kirin Restaurant, known for its use of local ingredients and traditional cooking techniques.

Begin your day with a visit to the SCMAGLEV and Railway Park to learn about the history of high-speed rail in Japan.

For lunch, enjoy a bento box at the museum's cafe. In the afternoon, immerse yourself in the world of the samurai with a Samurai Experience Tour at Japanese Swordsmith town in Gifu.

Dine at Misen Honten, a restaurant with a long history in Nagoya, known for its traditional unagi (eel) dishes.

Travel to Takayama and explore the well-preserved streets of the Sanmachi Suji District. Visit the various old houses and sake breweries in the area.

For lunch, try the local Hida beef at Takayama Beef Sukiyaki. Afterward, visit the Takayama Jinya, a historic government house.

Relax in a traditional onsen at your accommodation in Takayama.

Take a day trip to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Shirakawa-go. Explore the unique gassho-zukuri farmhouses and learn about the local culture.

Enjoy a traditional Hida beef lunch at Shirakawa-go Bus Ticket with Hida Beef Lunch. Afterward, take a walk around the village and visit the local craft shops.

Return to Nagoya and have a relaxing dinner at Atsuta Houraiken, known for its eel dishes.

Travel to Kanazawa and visit the Kenrokuen Garden, one of the three most beautiful landscape gardens in Japan.

For lunch, try the local seafood at the Omicho Market. Explore the Nagamachi Samurai District and visit the Nagamachi Yuzenkan.

Dine at Kanazawa Higashiyama Hana Tei, a restaurant known for its kaiseki cuisine.

Spend the morning at the Atsuta Shrine, one of the most important Shinto shrines in Japan. Take a quiet stroll in the shrine's forested grounds.

For lunch, enjoy a bowl of hitsumabushi at Hitsumabushi Bincho Nagoya Station. In the afternoon, take a moment to relax and reflect at the SCMAGLEV and Railway Park.

Dine at Yabaton Nagoya Station and savor their famous miso katsu.

Visit the Nagoya City Art Museum to see a collection of modern and contemporary art.

For lunch, try the local hitsumabushi at Hitsumabushi Bincho Nagoya Station. In the afternoon, explore the Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium.

Dine at Yabaton Nagoya Station and enjoy their signature miso katsu.

Spend your last morning in Nagoya at the Atsuta Shrine, one of the oldest and most important Shinto shrines in Japan.

For lunch, enjoy a bowl of hitsumabushi at Hitsumabushi Bincho Nagoya Station. In the afternoon, take a leisurely walk around the Osu Shopping District.

Dine at Yabaton Nagoya Station and savor their famous miso katsu for a final taste of Nagoya before your departure.