Kanayama Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Atsuta Jingu Shrine
See fascinating relics, gorgeous architecture and a serene woodland park on a visit to this ancient shrine.
LEGOLAND Japan
Have a fun-filled day at LEGOLAND Japan and see why this is a favourite theme park in Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Nabana no Sato
Explore the great outdoors at Nabana no Sato, a lovely green space in Kuwana. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Nagoya Castle
At this famous castle, visitors can wander through cherry blossom-covered grounds, admire the castle’s spectacular architecture and learn about its rich history.
Port of Nagoya Aquarium
Take the children to visit the sea life who live at Port of Nagoya Aquarium during your trip to Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Vantelin Dome Nagoya
Catch an event at Vantelin Dome Nagoya during your trip to Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Activities
From Nagoya: Hida Takayama & Shirakawa-go 1-Day Bus Tour w/ Optional Meal
From Nagoya: Gujo, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go Day Tour
Shiragawa-go, Hida Takayama UNESCO Full-Day Tour from Nagoya
Shirakawago & Takayama Bus Tour from Nagoya w/Optional Lunch
Nagoya to Takayama & Shirakawa World Heritage English Guide
Our pick of the best Kanayama Hotel Deals
ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Grand Court Nagoya by IHG
Very clean room, very helpful staff
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Toyoko Inn Nagoya Kanayama
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Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
HOTEL LiVEMAX Nagoya Kanayama
The staff were very friendly and accommodating. The location is also good, close to the train station and restaurants! Totally recommend!
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2025
Nikko Style Nagoya
Staff very approachable and gentle. Clean room with great amenities.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Nagoya JR Gate Tower Hotel
The property is well staffed and trained with the rooms which are spacious due to high ceilings. Rates are reasonable.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Nagoya Tokyu Hotel
I stayed at Nagoya Tokyu Hotel and found it enjoyable and comfortable. My room was clean and well maintained, and the staff were consistently professional and courteous, interactions were efficient without feeling impersonal, which made routine tasks (check-in/out, enquiries) straightforward. Provided ...
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kanayama
Atsuta-ku
Get to know Atsuta-ku and its many features like its bars and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Nagoya Congress Center and Atsuta Baseball Stadium, and you can jump on the metro at Jingu Nishi Station or Nishi Takakura Station to get around the city.
Osu
While you're in Osu, take in top sights like Osu Shopping District or Ran no Yakata, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Osu Kannon Station or Kamimaezu Station.
Naka Ward
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Naka Ward. Spend some time visiting top spots like Nagoya PARCO, and catch the metro at Yabacho Station or Sakae Station to see more of the area.
Sakae
Shopping, hot springs and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Sakae. Make a stop by Sunshine Sakae or Nagoya PARCO while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sakae Station or Yabacho Station to get around town.
Sasashimacho
Some popular features of Sasashimacho include its restaurants and shopping. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Midland Square or Winc Aichi are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Nagoya City Centre
Museums, hot springs and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Nagoya City Centre. Make a stop by Nagoya City Science Museum or Winc Aichi while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Fushimi Station or Marunouchi Station to get around town.
