Looking for the best things to do for Halloween in Nagoya? Halloween might not be the first celebration you associate with Japan, but Nagoya knows how to get into the spooky spirit. From huge costume parties and international nightlife events to family-friendly Halloween celebrations at LEGOLAND Japan, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Halloween in Nagoya. Whether you want to dress up and dance until late, explore the city’s...
Every autumn, as the summer heat fades and the skies become crystal clear, Nagoya embraces one of Japan’s most elegant seasonal traditions: Tsukimi, the Moon-Viewing Festival. Unlike the excitement of summer festivals, Tsukimi is about slowing down. Visitors can enjoy Japanese gardens, seasonal foods, illuminated temples, and peaceful moonlit evenings while experiencing a tradition that has been celebrated for more than a thousand years. Whether you’re visiting Nagoya in September...
Autumn is one of the best times of year to visit Nagoya. The summer heat finally fades, the leaves begin to change, and suddenly the city’s food scene feels a little cozier. Japan takes seasonal eating seriously, and autumn brings an abundance of delicious ingredients to Nagoya: sweet potatoes, chestnuts, mushrooms, persimmons, Pacific saury, oysters, and, of course, freshly brewed sake. And then there are the warming Nagoya classics. When...
Looking for the best autumn day trips from Nagoya? When the temperatures start to drop and the leaves begin turning red, orange, and gold, the area around Nagoya becomes one of the best places in Japan to explore in autumn. Within a few hours of the city, you can walk an ancient samurai highway through the mountains, explore a castle town, admire some of Japan’s most spectacular maple foliage, or...
Planning to visit Nagoya for the 2026 Asian Games? This is a complete guide that covers everything you need to know, including venues, ticket information, transportation, accommodation tips, and the best things to do in Nagoya between competitions. From September 19th to October 4th, 2026, Nagoya and the wider Aichi region will welcome thousands of athletes, officials, and visitors from across Asia for one of the continent’s biggest sporting events:...
