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Nagoya City Guides

Dragon boat racing on a river with half the players in focus and half blurred.
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...
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Five bowls of kakigori. Clockwise from middle: matcha with vanilla ice cream on top, vanilla with red bean paste on top, pistachio with pistachio ice cream on top, strawberry or raspberry, and ramune soda, all sitting on a blue, red, and white kakigori banner.
Summer in Nagoya is hot and humid, but local food culture has plenty of ways to make the season more enjoyable. From refreshing cold noodles and shaved ice to grilled eel traditionally eaten for summer stamina, the city offers dishes closely connected to Japan’s hottest months. So, what do people eat in Nagoya during summer?...
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Three guests and our CEO, Elly, smiling and toasting with sake cups on our Nagoya Sake Tasting Night Tour. Four green sake bottles and several plates of sashimi are scattered across the table.
When planning a trip to Japan, most travelers immediately think of Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. Yet sitting right between them is a city that many visitors pass through without ever exploring. That city is Nagoya. As Japan’s fourth-largest city, Nagoya offers a little bit of everything that makes traveling in Japan exciting: incredible local food,...
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Three women reading their paper fortunes at a Japanese shrine.
When people plan a trip to Japan, the usual route often looks the same: Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka. Somewhere in between, many travelers pass through Nagoya without ever leaving the station. That’s a mistake. Nagoya is Japan’s fourth-largest city, yet it remains one of the country’s most underrated destinations. It has the food, history, nightlife, culture,...
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Two orange koi fish swimming in a rainy pond.
Rainy season in Japan gets a bad reputation. People hear the word “rain” and immediately imagine canceled plans, gray skies, and spending days stuck indoors. But the rainy season in Nagoya can be one of the most underrated times to visit Japan. From early June to mid-July, the city slows down in the best possible...
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Nagoya's cityscape at night.
When people imagine traveling alone in Japan, they usually picture Tokyo’s neon streets, Kyoto’s temples, or Osaka’s nightlife. But more and more solo travelers are discovering that one of Japan’s best cities to explore alone is actually Nagoya. What makes Nagoya special is that it doesn’t overwhelm you. It gives travelers space: space to wander,...
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Komedas Coffee Morning Set
Ever wondered what a typical Japanese breakfast is like? If you have traveled to Japan before, you might have noticed that it could be very different from your usual breakfast. Some of the common Japanese breakfast items could be considered more suitable for lunch or dinner in other countries. Typically, a traditional Japanese breakfast consists...
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Nagoya museums
Nagoya not only houses ancient and historical art but also fantastic museums and galleries exhibiting old and new artworks by Japanese designers. Even during a short stroll around the city center, you can drop in at multiple museums dedicated to modern art. To make it easier for you, we have prepared this list of the...
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Nightlife Nagoya
The sun went down and the lights turned on. It’s time to experience nightlife in Nagoya. When traveling to Japan, you often fill your days with daytime activities. However, when night falls, a whole new side of Japan comes to life. Everything transforms, creating a completely different atmosphere that you can experience and enjoy. You...
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☀️ Best Summer Tours

A water wheel and steps on the Nakasendo.

Magome to Tsumago Hiking Tour from Nagoya

Gujo Hachiman Day Tour from Nagoya: Japan’s Hidden Water Town