Things to do in

Nagoya

Food, glorious food! Find out why the food culture in Nagoya has gone from small-town sensation to a source of pride in the city with a local expert foodie. Visit a neighborhood of your choice and try 6-8 dishes chosen especially for you by your private host. Benefit from a flexible itinerary you can change on the go as this is your adventure. You'll be paired with guides that are passionate about the place they call home and who choose to spend their free time sharing it with like-minded travelers matched to them. In Nagoya, ancient history collides with modern innovation, and this can be tasted in its cuisine, with modern twists being spun on dishes dating back to ancient times. With your host, eat your way through Nagoya and sample Nagoya meshi, the locals' name for the city's food. The options are endless. Let your host show you how to eat hitsumabushi (grilled eel on rice) like the locals or munch on a bowl of miso nikomi (udon-style noodles served in a rich miso broth) at an underground mall. Nibble on snacks at one of the many izakaya (informal Japanese pubs) around Nagoya station and don't leave without trying the city’s famous chicken wings! Just save space for ramen because Nagoya has developed its own spicier version called Taiwan ramen. Slurp down the ramen noodles — it's good manners, promise. Take in the sights along the way, and stroll through Hisaya-Odori Park as you work up an appetite for round 2. Perhaps you want to drink sake in historic yokocho (alleyways) near Nagoya Castle? Or indulge your sweet tooth with some of the best cheesecake in town right outside Osu’s entrance? The choice is yours. At the end of your tour, get recommendations from your host about other dishes to eat and the best places to find them.

Access 4G LTE WiFi across Japan with this pocket router that connects to the Softbank Network. Never get lost in Japan again, with Unlimited WiFi data, which enables you to use Map Apps, Facebook, Twitter, Skype, watch Youtube videos and even Netflix. Pick-up the WiFi router at the Kansai International Airport, located in Osaka. Just visit the Kansai International Airport arrival lobby 1F between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM to pick up your device and start using the internet. The devices can be returned at most major airports in Japan, or via delivery from any hotel, Family Mart, or Lawson convenience stores.

Visit Endonji Temple. The temple holds the important secret Buddha statue presented by the local Tokugawa Family about 400 years ago. You only can see the statue on the 18th day of the month. Next, you’ll visit the tiny Kompira Shrine that stands on a little corner of the street, loved by locals for its unique Nagoya dialect omikuji (fortune-telling paper). After walking through a corner of tiny hidden bars, where small restaurants and bars stand side by side, your guide will take you to see a Yanegami-Sama (rooftop shrine altar) which is unique to the central Japan area. After this, your guide will take you to visit Sengen Shrine, a branch shrine worshipping Mt Fuji. Admire its path lined by small Jizo statues. As you walk through the storehouse street, immerse yourself in the age of the samurai by visiting traditional Japanese clog, accessory, and kimono stores. As you near lunchtime, try the local famous street foods Endoji has to offer. Stop at Maruko (the local butcher) and try their famous freshly-fried korokke (croquette), or at Amataro for their Nagoya-style okonomiyaki, a type of savory pancake. After you try the Japanese wagashi sweets, you will visit a local supermarket and learn how locals shop and live. The tour finishes at two stores where two friendly and heartwarming grandparents sell rice crackers and souvenirs. After your tour, you can choose between 2 optional activities, a Japanese lantern-making workshop (1.5-hours) or watching a Modern Kabuki Show at Nagoya-za (2-hours).

Enjoy making your own Japanese lantern, meet the locals of Nagoya's oldest shopping street, and try some favorite local dishes on this unique walking tour. Meet your guide on a traditional covered shopping street, called a "shotengai." Discover Endoji Temple on your first stop before heading over to your lantern-making class. Learn about traditional Japanese crafts and make your own lantern with the help of a professional craftsman. Take your amazing creation home with you. Wander Endoji shopping street and sample local street food. Meet locals and get a glimpse of their everyday lives as you make your way along the street.

Your driver will pick you up from the Nagoya Airport terminal to Nagoya City dropping you right at the doorsteps of the address where you want to go. You need to go to the “Meeting Point” which is indicated in your reservation confirmation or service voucher. Your driver will hold a ‘Cherry Tomato’ Sign Board to meet and greet you. If you are going to your destination from a hotel, please wait at the hotel lobby. Your pick-up time will be indicated in the Departure Notice that was sent to you/your hotel by email/fax one day before (around 5pm) the service date. If you're collected from an apartment or your home, please wait outside by your main door. If your apartment or home is unreachable due to the narrow streets and the vehicle size, a meeting point nearby will be found. The supplier accept bookings 13 months in advance, for last minute travelers, it is recommended to book at least 72 hours in advance to ensure there is enough time to process your request. However, the supplier will do their best to accommodate last minute requests even before your flight takes off.

Take the worry out of your arrival or departure from Nagoya Airport and avoid the hassle of booking a taxi at the last minute with a pre-booked transfer.  Benefit from the services of a ground transportation provider with an excellent record and reputation. Grand Limousine is the executive choice for all your transportation needs and have a fleet of elegant limousine-style vehicles that can be provided to suit the size of your group. Sit back and enjoy the ride to your designated location in luxury and style. Get dropped off at most hotels, apartments, and Airbnb accommodations in Nagoya City, if starting with the area code 052.

Enjoy a safe and reliable private airport transfer with a 24-hour service between Nagoya 's Chubu Centrair Airport and your accommodation in Kyoto city center.  Be greeted by your driver who will be waiting for you at the arrival hall with a sign displaying your name. Your driver will track your flight so you won't have to worry in case of a flight delay. Save yourself having to carry heavy bags and navigating the public transportation system and take comfort knowing that all vehicles are regularly maintained to high-quality standards.

Enjoy a safe and reliable private airport transfer with a 24-hour service between Chubu Centrair Airport and your accommodation in Nagoya.  Be greeted by your driver who will be waiting for you at the arrival hall with a sign displaying your name. Your driver will track your flight so you won't have to worry in case of a flight delay. Save yourself having to carry heavy bags and navigating the public transportation system and take comfort knowing that all vehicles are regularly maintained to high-quality standards.

Avoid the hassle of carrying large pieces of luggage through a busy station and onto the train or wondering if the bus is going in the right direction. Pre-book a transfer and our driver will take you to your destination via a comfortable and convenient private transfer service. This service is perfect for all occasions including both business and leisure travel. Drivers uphold the highest standards of respect and discretion at all times and the local partner's fleet of clean, well-maintained vehicles are available to suit a variety of budgets and group sizes.

Stroll the streets on a personalized tour of Nagoya with a local guide. Choose from 2, 4, 6, or 8-hour options for maximum flexibility based on your schedule. Catch a ninja demonstration at Nagoya Castle, or discover some of the more well-hidden local hot-spots, like Shirotori Garden. Ask your guide if you'd like some some great suggestions. Head down to the Sky Promenade to enjoy amazing views from Japan's tallest observation deck or take in the marine life at the aquarium. Enjoy a flexible itinerary as you see the sights around Nagoya.