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Tsuyu is what the Japanese call the rainy season t

Tsuyu is what the Japanese call the rainy season that usually lasts from June to July. It’s the time when Nagoya starts getting uncomfortably hot and humid.⠀ ⠀ We are now getting closer to the end of the rainy season, but that doesn’t mean it gets much more comfortable here in Nagoya (sorry to disappoint). The temperatures will keep rising as will the humidity.⠀ ⠀ Here are a couple of tips on how to survive the hot and humid summer in Nagoya:⠀ ⠀ 1. Drink plenty of liquids:⠀ This seems obvious but when we are out and about exploring a city it is something many of us forget. In Japan, you can get drinks from the many vending machines or convenience stores. How about making it a game finding your favorite drink!⠀ ⠀ 2. Get out of the sun:⠀ The Japanese sun can be quite strong so here are a couple of tips on how to avoid it. Use a hat or umbrella, as the Japanese do, or choose attractions that are inside. The best places to visit during the hottest hours of the day are museums like the Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology and the SCmaglev Rail Park.⠀ ⠀ 3. Battle the summer fatigue with food:⠀ The Japanese love solving their problems with food, and so they like to eat specific items to battle the summer fatigue. Eel (in Nagoya in the form of Hitsumabushi), chilled noodles like cold Kishimen, and Kakigori, shaved ice with syrup are the most delicious ways to get through the hot summer days.⠀ _______________⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #nagoyaisnotboring #nagoya #nagoyajapan #centraljapan #aichi #nagoyatravel #visitnagoya #unknownjapan #japanexperience #japaneseculture #japanculture #experiencejapan #japansummer #summerfatigue #hitsumabushi #toyotamuseum #nagoyacoke #vendingmachine #japanvendingmachine #scmaglev #kishimen #summerfood #summermood #humid #summerheat #hotsummer #japanesesummer

It’s been a while since we have talked about str

It’s been a while since we have talked about street food. And honestly, we could talk about it all day, every day.⠀ ⠀ The best place in Nagoya to have a wide selection of local specialties and national favorites is the network of roofed-over shopping arcades in Osu district.⠀ ⠀ Here you will find so many different street-foods offered you will have a hard time choosing what to try. Because trust us, you won’t be able to sample everything in one day. We tried!⠀ ⠀ Our top recommendations are:⠀ 1. Paozu: Taiwanese dumplings that come as either a meat or vegetarian version. Filled with so much juicy broth you might as well be drinking this dumpling⠀ 2. Goheimochi: grilled rice on a stick, glazed with Miso is originally from Gifu Prefecture in the north of Nagoya.⠀ 3. Agemanbo: a deep-fried red bean dumpling on a stick is the creating of a local Japanese confectionary shop who wanted to create something that is delicious and easy to eat on the go⠀ ⠀ These treats and many more are part of the Street Food Walking Tour of Osu. If you visit Nagoya, this tour is a great introduction not only to the local food but also the local history, and culture.⠀ ⠀ Find more information about the tour on the Nagoya is not boring website (link in our bio)!⠀ _______________⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #nagoyaisnotboring #nagoya #nagoyajapan #centraljapan #aichi #nagoyatravel #visitnagoya #unknownjapan #japanexperience #japaneseculture #japanculture #experiencejapan #streetfood #streetfoodtour #foodtour #japanfood #japanesefood #japanfoodtour #japanesestreetfood #japanstreetfood #foodtourjapan #goheimochi #paozu #osu #osushoppingstreet #osuarcade #osunagoya #nagoyaosu #osustreetfood

Get to know about one of the most crazy and vibran

Get to know about one of the most crazy and vibrant summer festivals in Nagoya.⠀ The Nippon Domannaka Festival or Domatsuri, held at the end of August, is a 4-day-festival that focuses on the Yosakoi dances. Hundreds of Yosakoi dancers coming from all over the country and even abroad gather in Nagoya to compete for the first place in the final contest.⠀ ⠀ Find out more about this festival in Nagoya is not boring latest blog post.⠀ Link in bio!⠀ _______________⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #nagoyaisnotboring #nagoya #nagoyajapan #centraljapan #aichi #nagoyatravel #visitnagoya #domatsuri #yosakoi #yosakoidance #summer #summerfestival #summerinjapan #traditionaldances #moderndances #yosakoi #unknownjapan #japanexperience #japaneseculture #japanculture #experiencejapan #solotravel #ig_japan #lovers_nippon_portrait #lovers_nippon

Did you know that Nagoya is home to one of the bes

Did you know that Nagoya is home to one of the best producers of china in Japan? Noritake has been producing ceramics of the highest quality since 1904.⠀ ⠀ You can learn more about the fascinating production process at the Noritake Craft Center, and even paint your own plate there. The museum has an impressive collection of tableware from throughout its history.⠀ ⠀ The surrounding Noritake Garden is also a popular place for a stroll with its old red brick buildings and streams crisscrossing the lush little garden. It is a great place for an afternoon coffee in a nice setting or some tableware shopping maybe.⠀ ⠀ Noritake Garden often has special events where the garden is decorated according to the season including some gigantic carp streamers for Children’s Day in May and a Christmas themed winter illumination including a tall Christmas tree and Santa Claus.⠀ _______________⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #nagoyaisnotboring #nagoya #nagoyajapan #centraljapan #aichi #nagoyatravel #visitnagoya #unknownjapan #japanexperience #japaneseculture #japanculture #experiencejapan #noritake #noritakegarden #garden #ceramics #bonechina #pottery #park #japanesegarden #tableware #japanesecraftsmanship #japancraft #japantradition #nagoyapottery #nagoyaceramicshall

Ikebana, Japanese flower arrangement, is a very re

Ikebana, Japanese flower arrangement, is a very relaxing activity using seasonal Japanese flowers and leaves. Originally practiced by buddhists monks, Ikebana is regarded not only as an art, but also as a contemplative, meditative activity.⠀ ⠀ Now, in “Nagoya is not boring” you will find the opportunity to enjoy the creativity of Ikebana in Nagoya on our new experience.⠀ Enjoy the private Ikebana lesson with the certified Sogetsu Ikebana instructor, Kayoko. She will give you a brief lecture on the history of Ikebana and her demonstration with some seasonal materials. ⠀ In this Ikebana experience you will be able to enjoy the art of Ikebana by learning a basic Moribana Style in a local Japanese house. ⠀ This experience also includes a walk along the Tokaido Street in Arimatsu, an ancient post town famous for its tie-dye technique.⠀ ⠀ Find more information about this experience on the Nagoya is not boring website. ⠀ Link in bio!⠀⠀ _______________⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #nagoyaisnotboring #nagoya #nagoyajapan #centraljapan #aichi #nagoyatravel #visitnagoya #ikebana #ikebanaflowers #ikebanainternational #ikebanasogetsu⠀ #sogetsuikebana #sogetsu #sougetsu #flowers #flowerstagram #unknownjapan #japanexperience #japaneseculture #japanculture #experiencejapan #solotravel #ig_japan #lovers_nippon_portrait #lovers_nippon

Vegan and vegetarian food, unlike in other countri

Vegan and vegetarian food, unlike in other countries, is not easy to find in many places in Japan. Most of the time it can be challenging, frustrating and even difficult.⠀ But, in recent years, vegan restaurants and dishes are also becoming more and more common, especially in big cities.⠀ ⠀ Did you know that the Japanese table has been historically very much vegetable-based?⠀ The truth is, surprisingly, the origins of the Japanese food culture have been centered around wild and farmed vegetables.⠀ ⠀ In Nagoya there are many interesting vegetarian foods awaiting you.⠀ From fermented products like Miso to Shōjin Ryōri, the staple diet of Buddhist monks. ⠀ Take a good note of these two recommendations:⠀ ⠀ Yamamotoya is an udon restaurant that serves many vegan options and some side dishes, like Fried Tofu Karaage or Vegetable Tempura, that are suitable for vegans. The star dish is the local food called Miso Nikomi Udon.⠀ ⠀ Shinshin Tei is a Buddhist restaurant offering soy-based foods such as tofu along with seasonal and wild mountain vegetables.⠀ ⠀ Many other interesting vegetarian and vegan foods are awaiting you. ⠀ Stay tuned for more information about vegetarian and vegan food in Nagoya.⠀ ⠀ _______________⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #nagoyaisnotboring #nagoya #nagoyajapan #centraljapan #aichi #nagoyatravel #visitnagoya #vegan #vegetarian #veganfood #healthyfood #vegetarianfood #veganinjapan #vegetables #plantbase #veganeats #veganfoodie #veganfoodlovers #unknownjapan #japanexperience #japaneseculture #japanculture #experiencejapan #solotravel #ig_japan #lovers_nippon_portrait #lovers_nippon

Sakae district is the heart of Nagoya!⠀ ⠀ It's

When it isn't raining in Nagoya during June (becau

When it isn't raining in Nagoya during June (because of the rainy season) it is actually a great time to be out and about enjoying nature.⠀ Everything is green, it isn't too hot even on a sunny day, and the hydrangeas are in full blossom.⠀ ⠀ One of the best landscape gardens in Nagoya, Tokugawa Garden, is one of the best places to enjoy the beauty of nature.⠀ ⠀ It also invites back visitors with a special event until the 7th of July:⠀ For only 500 yen you can rent a beautiful Japanese umbrella (Wagasa). Perfect to give you some shade and protect you from the sun while strolling the garden, but even more perfect to take beautiful pictures with.⠀ ⠀ Pictures with a Wagasa look amazing no matter what you wear, but of course, clad in a Kimono or Yukata they will become the memory of a lifetime.⠀ ⠀ You can check out the Nagoya is not boring website for the best Kimono rental shops and also more information about parks and gardens in Nagoya.⠀ Link in bio!⠀ _______________⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #nagoyaisnotboring #nagoya #nagoyajapan #centraljapan #aichi #nagoyatravel #visitnagoya #discoverjapan #explorejapan #japanfocus #unknownjapan #japanexperience #japaneseculture #japanculture #experiencejapan #festival #matsuri #japanesefestival #summerfestival #japanesematsuri #matsurijapan #japanfestival #japanesegarden #japangarden #wagasa #japaneseumbrella #kimono #yukata #garden

Who doesn't love a good love story?⠀ ⠀ The Tan

Who doesn't love a good love story?⠀ ⠀ The Tanabata Festival is the celebration of the love story of Orihime, the sowing princess, and Hikoboshi, the cow heard, who can only meet once a year on the day of Tanabata, the 7th day of the 7th month on the lunar calendar.⠀ ⠀ In present-day Japan people usually celebrate the day by writing wishes on small strips of paper and then tying them to bamboo. This so-called wishing tree is also decorated with other paper crafts and ornaments and once Tanabata is over it is often set afloat on a river or burned in a bonfire to make sure the wishes come true.⠀ ⠀ Around Nagoya two of Japan’s biggest Tanabata Festivals are held, one is the Ichinomiya Tanabata Festival and the other is the Anjo Tanabata Festival. Other smaller Tanabata Festivals held in Nagoya are the Ozone Tanabata Festival and the Endoji Tanabata Festival.⠀ ⠀ Unfortunately, all Tanabata Festivals around Nagoya have been canceled in 2020 due to COVID-19 but we are looking forward to the Tanabata Festivals next year. How about you?⠀ _______________⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #nagoyaisnotboring #nagoya #nagoyajapan #centraljapan #aichi #nagoyatravel #visitnagoya #discoverjapan #explorejapan #japanfocus #unknownjapan #japanexperience #japaneseculture #japanculture #experiencejapan #tanabata #tanabatafestival #tanabatamatsuri #starfestival #ichinomiyatanabata #anjotanabata #festival #matsuri #japanesefestival #summerfestival #japanesematsuri #matsurijapan #japanfestival #gaijinpottravel #everydayjapan

The entry point for most travelers to Nagoya is Na

The entry point for most travelers to Nagoya is Nagoya Station. An impressive area with the highest concentration of skyscrapers in the city.⠀ ⠀ Nagoya Station area is popular for shopping, our top recommendations are:⠀ ・The underground network of shopping streets⠀ ・Takashimaya and Meitetsu department stores where you can find anything⠀ ・Midland square filled with the most exclusive international brands⠀ ⠀ Nagoya Station is also the best area to stay in Nagoya because of its convenient location with trains going off in all directions. Our hotel recommendations for different travel budgets are:⠀ ・Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel (★★★★★)⠀ ・Sanco Inn Nagoya Shinkansen-guchi Annex(★★★)⠀ ・Leo Star Hostel(★)⠀ ⠀ Another great reason to check out Nagoya Station is the great selection of local food. One of the most convenient places to check if you are looking for Nagoya Meshi is the underground shopping street on the west side of the station called Esca. Here you will find the following restaurants:⠀ ・Misokatsu Yabaton serving Misokatsu, a deep-fried pork cutlet in red Miso sauce⠀ ・Hitsumabushi Inou serving Hitsumabushi, grilled freshwater eel on a bed of rice⠀ ・Komeda's Coffee serving Ogura Toast, a thick slice of toast spread with sweet red bean paste⠀ ⠀ Attractions within walking distance of Nagoya Station are:⠀ ・Noritake Garden, a beautiful garden with old brick houses and the home of the Noritake museum a producer of ceramics⠀ ・Skywalk, the top floors of Midland Square are a stylish half-outdoor observation platform with great views over Nagoya Station and the whole city⠀ ・Yanagibashi Market, the local morning fish market isn't really popular with tourists but is a fascinating place to get to know the life of the locals ⠀ _______________⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #nagoyaisnotboring #nagoya #nagoyajapan #centraljapan #aichi #nagoyatravel #visitnagoya #discoverjapan #explorejapan #japanfocus #unknownjapan #japanexperience #japaneseculture #japanculture #experiencejapan #touristspot #nagoyatourism #nagoyatouristspot #nagoyastation #midlandsquare #jrtakashimaya #yabaton #misokatsu #skywalk #yanagibashimarket

Summer is a really important season for those who

Summer is a really important season for those who love Cosplay.⠀ Named by Cosplayers "The Sanctuary of Cosplay", Nagoya is the region that hosts one of the biggest Cosplay events in Japan — The World Cosplay Summit. ⠀ ⠀ With the slogan “Cosplay everywhere” the World Cosplay Summit aims to promote Japanese culture, tourism and international friendship. ⠀ ⠀ Since its start in 2003, the World Cosplay Summit has gained more and more popularity. From hosting 5 countries on its first edition to hosting 42 countries and regions on the 2019 edition. The WCS takes place in multiple places in and around Nagoya, with various ceremonies, parades, performances and other activities.⠀ ⠀ The World Cosplay Summit 2019 had new additions such as a new venue: World Cosplay Summit Tokyo, which hosted the opening ceremony. ⠀ ⠀ This year the WCS was supposed to start on July 25, but unfortunately, due to COVID-19, the event’s organizers have announced that they’re cancelling this year’s World Cosplay Summit. Instead of that they are going to hold an “online edition”.⠀ The details of this new World Cosplay Summit will be revealed on July 1st.⠀ ⠀ *Showing official pictures from the winners, 2nd and 3rd place of WCS 2019.⠀ Via @cosplay_summit⠀ _______________⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #nagoyaisnotboring #nagoya #nagoyajapan #centraljapan #aichi #nagoyatravel #visitnagoya #wcs #worldcosplaysummit #cosplay #cosplayer #cosplayerphotography #wcs #worldcosplaysummit #worldcosplaysummit2019 #worldcosplaysummit2020 #wcsalumni #unknownjapan #japanexperience #japaneseculture #japanculture #experiencejapan #solotravel #ig_japan #lovers_nippon_portrait #lovers_nippon

Rice is a staple ingredient of Japanese cuisine th

Rice is a staple ingredient of Japanese cuisine that has been cultivated in Japan for over 3,000 years. It was for a long time, a food reserved for warriors and the nobility.⠀ ⠀ Rice has been considered sacred and was even used to drive away evil spirits. As such, rice plays a vital role in not only food and economy, but also in tradition and culture.⠀ ⠀ Rice planting is always done in Spring/early Summer, and harvesting in fall. Japanese have developed rituals in order to call the gods to ensure a rich harvest. The ceremonies for rice planting (Otaue Matsuri) are shinto rituals, and dances and songs about rice are celebrated with rice seedlings in the paddy fields.⠀ ⠀ You can see rice planting rituals in different regions of Japan. ⠀ In Nagoya there are three locations:⠀ ⠀ - Mita Shrine Rice Planting Ceremony at Atsuta Jingū (Atsuta Ward, Nagoya)⠀ ⠀ - Odaka Rice Planting Ceremony at Hikamianego Shrine (Midori Ward, Nagoya)⠀ ⠀ - Konomiya Shrine Planting Ceremony (Inazawa city)⠀ ⠀ You can usually enjoy and participate in these events between mid and end of June.⠀ But this year, unfortunately, due to COVID-19 all three events have been cancelled. ⠀ We hope that next year we can enjoy them.⠀ _______________⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #nagoyaisnotboring #nagoya #nagoyajapan #centraljapan #aichi #nagoyatravel #visitnagoya #nagoyacastle #riceplanting #rice #shinto #japaneserice #agriculturelife #agriculture #ricefields #riceplanting #ricepaddy #japancountryside #discoverjapan #explorejapan #japanfocus #unknownjapan #japanexperience #japaneseculture #japanculture #experiencejapan #solotravel #ig_japan #lovers_nippon_portrait #lovers_nippon

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