Nagoya Castle and Nagoya Gourmet One Day Course

This is a perfect history and gourmet course for first time visitors to Nagoya. You explore Nagoya Castle, the symbol of the city, then taste famous local dishes at Kinshachi Yokocho right beside the castle. The walking distance is gentle, so families and groups of friends can enjoy it easily. Allow about six to seven hours.

Course Route

9:00 Start at Nagoya Castle Enter through the main gate and look up at the grand keep crowned with golden Kinshachi ornaments. Do not miss the gorgeous painted screens of Honmaru Goten palace.

10:30 Stroll Meijo Park Just outside the castle, walk leisurely through the greenery of Meijo Park and rest while enjoying the seasonal scenery.

12:00 Lunch at Kinshachi Yokocho Head to Kinshachi Yokocho beside the castle. In the traditional Japanese streetscape of the Yoshinao zone, enjoy Nagoya specialty hitsumabushi.

13:30 Snacking and souvenir hunting Sample a little of each Nagoya specialty such as miso katsu, miso nikomi udon, and Nagoya Cochin chicken dishes as you wander.

15:00 A casual wander nearby Walk the streets below the castle and pick out local souvenirs like wagashi sweets and uiro to close the day.

Highlights

- The grand keep of Nagoya Castle topped with shining golden Kinshachi - The revived Honmaru Goten palace with its lavish painted screens - The Yoshinao zone of Kinshachi Yokocho recalling old Edo merchant houses - Famous hitsumabushi enjoyed in three different ways

Access and Tips

- From Shiyakusho Station on the Meijo subway line it is about a five minute walk to Nagoya Castle - Kinshachi Yokocho sits right beside the castle for easy movement - Popular hitsumabushi shops crowd at lunchtime, so arrive early - The castle grounds are large, so wear comfortable walking shoes

A Quick Tip

Nagoya dishes tend to be richly flavored, so a snacking style of small portions across several shops gives the most satisfaction. Keep room in your stomach and enjoy the flavors of Nagoya to the very end.