Nagoya 8hr Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide & Vehicle

Nagoya, Japan
Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesJapanese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

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.

Options

Regular Car (Up to 2 Pax)

Regular Car (Up to 2 Pax)
Pickup included

Minivan (Up to 4 Pax)

Minivan (Up to 4 Pax)
Pickup included

Van (Up to 7 Pax)

Van (Up to 7 Pax)
Pickup included

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.

What to expect

  1. Nagoya Castle
    1h
    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.
  2. 45m
    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.
  3. Tokugawa Art Museum
    1h
    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.
  4. Hosho-in (Osu Kannon)
    1h
    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.
  5. Oasis 21
    45m
    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.
  6. Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology
    1h
    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).
  7. Noritake no Mori
    30m
    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.
  8. Arimatsu no Machinami
    45m
    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.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The guide will be waiting with a name board.

End point

The guide will be waiting with a name board.

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.

Additional information

  • 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
  • There are only a limited number of car seats and booster seats. Rear-facing car seats are not available. You must contact us directly if you need them.
  • Please contact us should you need a child or infant seat.

Cancellation policy

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