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Nagoya Private Tour with Licensed Guide

Meet your National Government Licensed Guide at your cruise terminal arrival gate or hotel lobby and set off on a private journey through the cultural highlights of Nagoya. Begin with a visit to the historic town of Arimatsu, renowned for its 400-year-old tradition of Arimatsu Shibori tie-dyeing. En

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What To Expect

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Stop 1

⏱ 15 min

The trip starts at the Port of Nagoya in Nagoya City. We will visit the port in the morning for pickup. Please let us know if you have a preference for the meeting place!

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Stop 2

Pass by

*Some options may not go. Please check the option details thoroughly. Nagoya Castle was built by Ieyasu Tokugawa in the 17th century to unify the country. The doors and walls are elaborately decorated with gold leaf. Around the area, you can also visit spots associated with names from the Warring States period.

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Stop 3

Pass by

*Some options may not go. Please check the option details thoroughly. The Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology is a museum where visitors can learn about the history of the automobile and textile machinery industries, and is a valuable place to learn about the roots of the Toyota Group. The museum is divided into two areas, the Textile Machinery Hall and the Automotive Hall, which detail the evolution of Toyota from textile machinery manufacturing before the company became an automaker to the cutting-edge automotive technology of today. The museum also includes demonstrations of machines in action and hands-on exhibits where visitors can learn how engines and gears work, making it a fun place for both adults and children. With its vast exhibition space and spectacular content, this is a particularly good spot for those interested in automobiles and manufacturing.

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Stop 4

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*Some options may not go. Please check the option details thoroughly. Osu Kannon is a separate head temple of the Chizan school of Shingon Buddhism. The name of the temple is Kitano-san. The main deity is the Holy Kannon. The temple name is Kitanozan Shinpukuji Hoshoin. The temple is also known as one of the three major Kannon sacred sites in Japan. The temple enshrines a statue of Hotei, one of the seven gods of good fortune in Nagoya. The temple is famous for the blessings of the "god of learning. Let's take a stroll along the nearby shopping street.

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Stop 5

⏱ 2h

*Some options may not go. Please check the option details thoroughly. Osu Shopping Street is a vibrant area representing Nagoya, where visitors can enjoy a wide variety of culture, gourmet food, and shopping. With approximately 1,200 stores lining the street, you will find everything from traditional Japanese sweets stores and long-established eateries to cafes and fashion stores that incorporate the latest trends. Especially popular among tourists are the gourmet eateries such as fried bean curd, taiyaki, and Taiwanese sweets. The area also has an aspect of an electronics district, with anime and game-related stores, second-hand camera stores, and musical instrument stores, making it a fun spot for subculture lovers.

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Stop 6

Pass by

*Some options may not go. Please check the option details thoroughly. This historical district is attractive for its elegant landscape that has been preserved since the Edo period. The town, which stretches along the Tokaido Highway, prospered as the birthplace of Arimatsu shibori (shibori silk shaping), and today the town's town houses and merchant houses from those days still remain. The town is lined with beautiful machiya-style buildings with white-walled storehouses and lattice doors, and visitors can enjoy strolling around in a quiet and tranquil atmosphere. In addition, tie-dyed curtains and signboards are displayed throughout the town, giving visitors a sense of a town where traditional crafts are still alive. Cafes and galleries are also scattered throughout the town, offering a peaceful blend of the traditional and the modern. The streets of Arimatsu, are recommended for those who want to take a leisurely stroll while experiencing history and culture.

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Stop 7

⏱ 1h 30mAdmission included

*Some options may not go. Please check the option details thoroughly. The Arimatsu-Narumi Shibori Kaikan is a facility where visitors can experience the charm of Arimatsu shibori, a dyeing technique that has been used since the Edo period. Inside the museum, visitors can learn about the techniques and history of traditional Arimatsu shibori through a variety of exhibits, allowing them to see the delicacy of Japanese dye culture up close and personal. At the demonstration corner, visitors can watch artisans perform tie-dyeing by hand and be amazed at their skillful techniques. Visitors can also try their hand at tie-dyeing and create their own original piece of artwork! At the store, you can purchase beautiful tie-dyed tenugui hand towels, clothing, and accessories, which make great souvenirs. Around the museum, visitors can enjoy strolling through the historic townscape and feel the atmosphere of the Edo period.

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Stop 8

⏱ 30 min

The goal of the tour.

What to Bring

  • •Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • •Specialized infant seats are available
  • •Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • •The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons.
  • •We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.

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