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Legoland Japan Resort
•The exciting world of LEGO bricks •Fun for all ages, the whole family can enjoy an amazing day with LEGO bricks. •The park features approximately 17 million Lego bricks and around 10,000 Lego models, along with many fun interactive adventure rides. Legoland Japan Resort is located in Nagoya's Minato Ward, a dreamlike theme park built with over 17 million LEGO bricks that has delighted children since its opening in 2017. Featuring eight uniquely themed areas and more than 10,000 different LEGO models, both kids and adults can find their own joyful corner in this vibrant brick kingdom. Though compact in size, the park encompasses eight major zones: LEGO Factory, Bricktopia, Adventure Land, Knight's Kingdom, Pirate Shores, Miniland, LEGO City, and LEGO Ninjago World. The resort area also includes convenient accommodation at the Legoland Hotel, situated right at the main entrance for easy check-in. Within the hotel complex lies the popular "Sealife Nagoya" aquarium, where visitors can fully immerse themselves in marine wonders—petting gentle sea creatures, walking through underwater tunnels, and discovering fascinating oceanic knowledge. △ At the LEGO Factory Tour, you can witness the entire machine production process of the bricks used throughout the park and in the stores! △ Enter the world of Ninjago and embark on an adventure with Kai, Nya, and their brave ninja companions! △ Work with family and friends to extinguish the fire in the burning building as quickly as possible!Nagoya · 15.6 km from downtown
Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium
North hall: A 3.5-billion-year journey Animals return to the ocean Approximately 3.5 billion years ago, single-celled organisms emerged in the oceans, becoming the earliest life forms on Earth. Countless species evolved along their own paths, with some migrating to land and evolving into giant dinosaurs that once dominated the terrestrial realm. However, they eventually became extinct. Later, mammals dominated the land. Around 50 million years ago, some mammals returned to the ocean, their natural habitat. These animals evolved into modern whales. To adapt to underwater life, they developed streamlined bodies, forming the graceful shapes we see today. This exhibition will chronologically guide visitors into the world of cetaceans. These marine creatures have adapted to underwater life, developing remarkable intelligence, and are said to hold a terrestrial status comparable to humans. South hall: Journey to Antarctica Global journey, encountering diverse life across the five oceans The vast ocean covers approx. 70% of the earth's surface, featuring diverse temperatures and climates that enable organisms to adapt to various environments and continuously evolve. In the south pavilion, you can retrace the route of the Antarctic research vessel "Fuji" docked at Nagoya port garden pier, and observe creatures living in different water zones including the "Sea of Japan", "Deep sea exhibition hall", "Equatorial waters", "Australian waters", and "Antarctic waters". Let's embark on an Antarctic journey and observe the ecosystems of creatures living in different waters up close.Nagoya · 10.4 km from downtown
Sky Promenade
The outdoor observation deck Sky Promenade is an outdoor observation deck located on the 44th to 46th floors of the Midland Square office building, directly connected to Nagoya Station. The 45th to 46th floors are a circular walkway, and the 44th floor is equipped with binoculars and benches where you can take a rest. You can enjoy different views during the day and at night. Enjoy a wonderful time with your loved ones, looking at the Tokai area from a different angle than usual.Nagoya · 2.3 km from downtown
Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens
The Higashiyama Zoological and Botanical Garden is an animal and botanical garden located in Higashiyama Park, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya City. Its opening dates back to 1937. In 2010, Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Garden was second only to Ueno Zoo in Japan in terms of annual admissions. There are botanical gardens, zoos, amusement parks, Dongshan Sky Pagoda and other facilities in the park. About 550 species of animals are kept in the zoo, among which koalas, giraffes and elephants are more popular. Natural museums that focus on nocturnal animals are also hot spots. In addition, there are the World Killifish Museum, which displays killifish from all over the world, and the Nature Zoo, where you can visit the ecology of reptiles and nocturnal animals. About 7,100 species of plants are displayed in the botanical garden, as well as Western-style gardens, Japanese gardens, greenhouses, and more. It is worth mentioning that the building of the greenhouse has received high evaluations in terms of construction technology and has been designated as a national important cultural property. The architectural form is symmetrical and impressive. It has existed since the opening of the park and has now increased to 10 buildings.Nagoya · 7.4 km from downtown
Nagoya Castle
Nagoya Castlewas built by order of Tokugawa Ieyasu and was once the residence of the Owari Tokugawa clan. It is often cited alongside Osaka Castle and Kumamoto Castle as one of Japan's three most famous castles. At both ends of the main keep's roof ridge sit a pair of male and female golden shachihoko (mythical tiger-headed carp); these golden ornaments shine brilliantly in the sunlight, and their majestic appearance remains a highly recognizable symbol of the city. The core attraction within the castle is the restored Honmaru Palace. This complex, which once served as the residence and administrative office for the feudal lord, was rebuilt based on primary historical sources, with halls such as the Omote Shoin and Jorakuden laid out in sequence, and exquisite wall paintings and gold-leaf decorations recreating the grandeur of the samurai shoin-zukuri style. Outside the palace, the three corner turrets—southwest, southeast, and northwest—are historical structures that have survived to this day, and you can still identify the markings of various feudal lords on the massive stones of the stone walls, while Ni-no-maru Garden is known for its waterfall rock arrangements and stone bridges. In terms of the experience, the park is planted with nearly 1,000 cherry trees, and when they bloom in spring, the main keep and the cherry blossoms can be captured in the same frame. The plaza often hosts live performances and interactive experiences by Sengoku warrior groups and ninja squads, providing visitors with a rich array of historical architecture viewing and cultural activities.Nagoya · 711m from downtown
UNKO MUSEUM NAGOYA
Schedule: October 1 (Thu) to November 16 (Mon), 2026 Venue: UNKO MUSEUM TOKYO · UNKO MUSEUM NAGOYA · UNKO MUSEUM Okinawa ※This event will not be held at UNKO MUSEUM YOKOHAMA BAY. At this event, the new creatures born at the UNKO MUSEUM, the "UNKO animals," will be accompanied by music To enjoy the autumn, we will form the "Big poop band." It features poop animals playing instruments and Let's all get excited together by shouting "Poop!" and getting into the "poop rhythm" Plus, limited-edition "Autumn Big Poop Band 2026" merchandise will be available. This autumn, find your favorite poop animal with someone special and enjoy the "Big poop band" Let's see. Look at, touch, take pictures of, and play with poop. A one-of-a-kind entertainment space where everyone can fall in love with the adorable world of poop. That is the UNKO MUSEUM. The Nagoya venue is the second permanent venue following Tokyo. "Senbon unko," guided by glowing poop, and "Holy unko," which accumulates poop energy, are special contents exclusive to the Nagoya venue, prepared to attract tremendous luck. Also, "Ungo Neon" features a special Nagoya-exclusive design. In addition, The park is packed with content that lets you immerse yourself in the cute world of poop, such as "MY UNKO MAKER" where you sit on a colorful toilet and produce poop, "UNKO VOLCANO" where poop erupts, and "Throw the poop" which offers a refreshing sense of satisfaction. Why not invite your family, friends, loved ones, or other important people to create unforgettable memories at UNKO MUSEUM NAGOYA? [My unko maker] Sit on a colorful toilet and create "my poop" as you explore the poop museum together. It's also a place to wash away your preconceptions about poop before entering. [Unko volcano (Nagoya)] A giant poop volcano that accumulates poop energy from around the world. As a special feature exclusive to Nagoya, six glowing pillars called "Holy unko" tower over it, storing even greater energy. A countdown periodically begins, and when it reaches zero, a massive eruption of poop bursts forth with tremendous force! The entire venue becomes one. [Poop shout] This is content that lets you shout "Poop!" at the top of your lungs. Depending on how loud you yell, various sizes of poop will appear on the screen. Aim for a super huge poop by shouting as loud as you can. [Throw poop] This is content that lets you throw poop at a wall for a refreshing sense of satisfaction. You can enjoy stages like "Poop wall breaker" where you destroy walls with poop and "Poop flower bloomer" where you make flowers bloom with poop. [Poop animal derby] With their plump three-tiered bodies, fluffy fur, and poofy tails, these "poop animals" engage in thrilling races. Find your favorite and cheer them on!Nagoya · 8.4 km from downtown
Atsuta-jingu Shrine
Atsuta-jingu Shrine is one of the ancient shrines in Japan, said to have been built in the 2nd century, with a history of 1,900 years. The main hall of Atsuta-jingu Shrine enshrines five deities: Yamato Takeru, Miyazu-hime, Amaterasu Omikami, Susanoo-no-Mikoto, and Takeinadane-no-Mikoto. It has been highly revered throughout the generations in Japan and holds great prestige among the people. Successive rulers of Japan have expressed their respect for Atsuta-jingu Shrine in various ways, and both Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Tokugawa Ieyasu undertook major renovations of the shrine.Nagoya · 6 km from downtown
Inuyama Castle
Inuyama Castle was built during the Muromachi Shogunate period. It is located on a small hill next to the Kiso River and is also known as Baidi Castle. This name is not unfamiliar to Chinese travelers, and the namer is indeed reminiscent of the poem "Early Departure from Baidi Castle" written by Li Bai. The Inuyama Castle Tower is one of the twelve existing ancient castle towers in Japan, and its style is relatively old. It is known as the "Four National Treasure Castles of Japan" together with Himeji Castle, Matsumoto Castle, and Hikone Castle. It has 3 floors on the outside, 4 floors inside, and 2 floors underground, which is rare among the castle towers in Japan. Of course, these floors are open to visitors, and travelers can view various architectural structures of the city underground. On the top floor, the 4th floor, you can also walk to the outdoor corridor to enjoy the scenery. Every Thursday, you can also watch the tour of the Aichi Prefecture's Warring States Princess Team for free, which is somewhat similar to the Nagoya Castle's general team and is still worth seeing. Inuyama Castle was built in 1537 by Oda Nobuyasu, the uncle of Oda Nobunaga. It is located on the border of Owari (Aichi Prefecture) and Mino (Gifu Prefecture). It has been a key point for conquering the world since the Warring States Period, and the lord of the castle has changed frequently. During the Battle of Komaki and Nagakute (1584), Toyotomi Hideyoshi led an army of 120,000 into the castle and had a showdown with Tokugawa Ieyasu who used Komakiyama Castle as his base. In the Edo Period (1603-1868), Naruse Masashige, the head of the Owari domain's retainers, became the lord of the castle until the end of the shogunate. However, due to the abolition of domains and establishment of prefectures during the Meiji Restoration (1868), the castle became the property of Aichi Prefecture. However, due to the Nobi earthquake in 1891, half of the castle was damaged, and the castle became the property of the Naruse family again on the condition of restoration. It was a privately owned castle until 2004, when it was taken over by a foundation.Inuyama · 23.2 km from Nagoya
Osu Kannon
Osu Kannon is one of the three great Kannon temples in Japan, also known as Shinpuku-ji Temple,and its official name is "Kitano-san Shinpuku-ji Hosho-in".The library houses 15,000 ancient books, including a copy of the Kojiki, and is known as one of the "three great sutra repositories in Japan". The temple was originally located in Osu, Gifu. After Tokugawa Ieyasu built the castle in Nagoya in 1612, he had the entire temple structure moved to Osu. The surrounding temple town (monzen-machi) also became lively and developed into the shopping district it is today. Therefore, Osu Kannon has become a popular attraction as the starting point for the development of the Osu Shotengai Shopping Street.Nagoya · 2.5 km from downtown
Nagashima Spa Land
Nagashima Hot Spring Park is located in Nagashima Resort, Kuwana City, Mie County, Japan. It gathers about 60 kinds of amusement items, especially the roller coaster is the main theme of the park, with roller coaster items of different contents. Fun water park, but only open in summer.Kuwana · 23.6 km from Nagoya
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What travelers say about Nagoya
Lance HoSeptember 12, 2026
5.0
There are many interesting rides. Many restaurants in the theme park as well. It is easy to get to with subway. If there is a thing that needs to improve is that some shows need to have English subtitles.
Legoland Japan Resort
NamakokamoOctober 23, 2026
5.0
We enjoyed a lot in this public aquarium! The dolphins show was particularly informative of the ecology of sea creatures.
Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium
Anonymous userAugust 14, 2026
4.0
i am an indonesian living in nagoya.this is my first time visiting the sky promenade in the summer.
Sky Promenade
Maksim AvdeevMay 28, 2025
5.0
There is a wonderful zoo, a large number of animals and beautiful recreation areas, as well as a beautiful observation deck on the territory of the park, which allows you to see the city center from the other side.
Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens
_TI***rnSeptember 13, 2026
5.0
The stay was an absolute delight. Everyone's smiles were like a gentle spring breeze, and the feeling of being respected was evident in every detail. The room was clean and comfortable, the accommodations were convenient, and the value for money far exceeded my expectations.
Nagoya Castle
cosco9999August 1, 2026
5.0
I admire the Japanese creativity; it's indeed quite interesting. It's located inside the Lalaport shopping mall, but a bit hard to find.
It's actually more suitable for younger children, but adults with a childlike spirit will also find it appealing—a great place to relieve stress.
UNKO MUSEUM NAGOYA
就叫漢堡吧November 3, 2024
5.0
Atsuta Jingu is a very famous shrine in Nagoya, with a long history and rich cultural atmosphere. The entire shrine is located in a dense forest, and walking through it feels like being in the tranquility of nature. The main hall is solemn and majestic, and many tourists and locals come to worship and pray, especially during the New Year or important festivals. The shrine enshrines the Kusanagi sword, one of the three major artifacts of Japan, so it has important religious significance. There are also beautiful ponds, torii and ancient trees in the courtyard, which are very suitable for taking pictures. This is a great place to experience Japan's traditional culture and beautiful nature, and it is worth savoring.
Atsuta-jingu Shrine
企鹅旅行日记October 20, 2025
5.0
This is a very cost-effective attraction, suitable for a day trip or staying overnight nearby. It's about a 15-minute walk from Inuyama Yuen Station. You can climb the castle tower and overlook the beautiful scenery of Inuyama City. It's quite pleasant. You can find food in the Inuyama Castle Town next to it.
Inuyama Castle
鱼会飞0812October 21, 2025
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There are so many temples in Japan | I just picked a beautiful one to check in haha
There are so many temples in Japan, but checking in at every one would be tiresome and I wouldn't be able to run around.
So I just picked a beautiful one that's free 🆓 to see 😆~
The classic red color is indeed beautiful 🤩.
I was lucky enough to see a flock of pigeons 🕊️ flying around, it was a spectacular sight!
The pigeons here 🐦 aren't afraid of people,
just like the deer in Nara 🦌!
Prayers and fortune-telling at the temple are just like in China.
What matters is peace of mind and sincerity...
⛩️Osu Kannon (Hosho-in Temple)
🈺6-17pm
🚇Subway, Osu Kannon Station, Exit 2
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Ann in JapanJanuary 8, 2026
4.0
Hakugei was a thrill and great was able to experience but not for the faint of heart 😆Family bonding and people who love adventure can stay for the whole day to enjoy. If in Nagoya, definitely a must see.
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