Nagoya is a major transportation hub in Central Japan. Chubu Centrair International Airport, a first-class airport and one of the busiest in Japan, is just half an hour away from Nagoya by train, making the city a very convenient jump-off point to other areas in the region and even other major cities in Japan such as Tokyo and Osaka.
Whether you intend to concentrate on the area or explore other nearby attractions outside Nagoya, it’s best to plan your itinerary to maximize your visit and spend your money wisely. Here are sample itineraries for your Nagoya visit.
Option 1: Nagoya Only (4D/3N)
Day 1: Arrival
Arrival in Nagoya
Hotel Check-in
Nagoya Castle and Meijo Park
Dinner
Day 2: City Tour
Railway Museum (SCMAGLEV and Railway Park)
Lunch
Nagashima Resort
Dinner
Day 3: Museum and Amusement Park Day
Osu Kannon Temple
Shike-michi District
Lunch
Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry
Shopping at Sakae Downtown District
Dinner
Day 4: Departure
Option 2: Nagoya + Shirakawa-go (5D/4N)
Day 1: Arrival
Arrival in Nagoya
Hotel Check-in
Nagoya Castle and Meijo Park
Dinner
Day 2: City Tour
Railway Museum (SCMAGLEV and Railway Park)
Lunch
Nagashima Resort
Dinner
Day 3: Museum and Amusement Park Day
Osu Kannon Temple
Shike-michi District
Lunch
Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry
Dinner
Day 4: Shirakawa-Go
Shirakawa-gō Village
Lunch
Return to Nagoya
Shopping at Sakae Downtown District
Dinner
Day 5: Departure
Note: During winter when there’s illumination event, you might want to stay overnight in one of the traditional houses accepting guests. You can switch days; just make the necessary adjustment to match your preference and schedule. You just have to book in advance as guesthouses are full during this time of the year.
Option 3: Nagoya + Takayama (5D/4N)
Day 1: Arrival
Arrival in Nagoya
Hotel Check-in
Nagoya Castle and Meijo Park
Dinner
Day 2: City Tour
Railway Museum (SCMAGLEV and Railway Park)
Lunch
Nagashima Resort
Dinner
Day 3: Museum and Amusement Park Day
Osu Kannon Temple
Shike-michi District
Lunch
Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry
Dinner
Day 4: Takayama City
City Tour/Sanmachi
Lunch
Return to Nagoya
Dinner
Day 5: Departure
Note: You might want to stay overnight in Takayama and go to the Miyagawa Morning Market the next day. You can switch days; just make the necessary adjustment to match your preference and schedule.
Option 4: Nagoya + Shirakawa-go + Takayama (6D/5N)
Day 1: Arrival
Arrival in Nagoya
Hotel Check-in
Nagoya Castle and Meijo Park
Dinner
Day 2: City Tour
Railway Museum (SCMAGLEV and Railway Park)
Lunch
Nagashima Resort
Dinner
Day 3: Museum and Amusement Park Day
Osu Kannon Temple
Shike-michi District
Lunch
Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry
Dinner
Day 4: Shirakawa-Go
Shirakawa-gō Village
Lunch
Return to Nagoya
Shopping at Sakae Downtown District
Dinner
Day 5: Takayama City
City Tour/Sanmachi
Lunch
Return to Nagoya
Dinner
Day 6: Departure
Nagoya Essentials
 Nagoya Pocket Wi-fi Stay Internet-connected while in Nagoya! ➡️ RESERVE HERE |
 Shoryudo Highway Bus Pass Easy access to highway buses! ➡️ RESERVE HERE |
 Nagoya City Walking Tour See some of Nagoya’s iconic landmarks! ➡️ RESERVE HERE |
 JR Pass Unlimited train rides within the JR network. ➡️ RESERVE HERE |
Top Nagoya Hotels
 Legoland Japan Hotel ➡️ CHECK RATES & AVAILABILITY |
 Lamp Light Books Hotel Nagoya ➡️ CHECK RATES & AVAILABILITY |
 Mitsui Garden Hotel Nagoya Premier ➡️ CHECK RATES & AVAILABILITY |
 Nagoya JR Gate Tower Hotel ➡️ CHECK RATES & AVAILABILITY |
