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Private Nagoya Tour with a Nagoya Born Local Guide

By Vista Japan by local
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$482 per traveller* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Discover Nagoya with a local guide born and raised in the city. Experience both iconic highlights and hidden gems that most travellers miss.

Tour highlights:
• Nagoya Castle – Explore the castle and hear unique stories
•Historic streets of Nagono – Step back in time through charming streets
• Osu Shopping District – Enjoy local street food and lively shopping
•Arimatsu – Try traditional shibori craft in a beautifully preserved post town

Perfect for travellers seeking a more local and authentic side of Japan. See a side of Nagoya most visitors never experience.

Activity location

  • Nagoya Castle
    • 1-1 Honmaru,
    • 460-0031, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Nagoya Station
    • 4 1
    • 450-0002, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan

Check availability

Private tour in Spanish in Multilingual
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • Opening hours: Sun 9:00 am-5:00 pm
  • English

Admisión de castillo: La entrada al Castillo de Nagoya está incluida en el precio.
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$482.27 x 1 TravellerNZ$482.27
Total
Price is NZ$482.27
Until Sat, 28 Mar
Private Tour+Castle Admission in Multilingual
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • Opening hours: Sun 9:00 am-5:00 pm
  • English

Castle admission : Includes admission to Nagoya Castle in the tour price.

Price details
NZ$508.11 x 1 TravellerNZ$508.11
Total
Price is NZ$508.11
Until Sat, 28 Mar
Deluxe tour(castle and craft) in Multilingual
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • Opening hours: Sun 9:00 am-5:00 pm
  • English

Castle and Tie-dying craft: This option includes both a visit to Nagoya Castle and the Arimatsu tie-dye craft experience.
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$654.51 x 1 TravellerNZ$654.51
Total
Price is NZ$654.51
Until Sat, 28 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pickup within central Nagoya
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English-speaking guide (Guía disponible en español bajo solicitud)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private guided tour with a local guide born and raised in Nagoya
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Your guide will recommend a local restaurant where you can enjoy Nagoya’s regional specialities according to your preferences and budget.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Public transport
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Admission to Nagoya Castle and the Arimatsu tie-dye craft experience are not included in the tour price and will be paid separately on site.

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Nagoya Castle

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Explore Nagoya Castle with a guide born and raised in Nagoya, who will share fascinating stories about samurai history and the castle’s hidden secrets. Inside the Honmaru Palace, once the residence of samurai and lords, you’ll hear stories rarely explained in the exhibits. Your guide will also take you to a hidden photo spot where you can capture beautiful views of the castle without the crowds. If you’re lucky, you may even take a photo with a samurai or shogun character representing Nagoya.

Osu Shopping Street

  • 1h
Explore the lively Osu Shopping District, one of Nagoya’s most vibrant areas. This area blends traditional temples, local culture, and modern street life. Enjoy tasting popular Japanese street foods while walking through the bustling shopping arcade. Your guide will also introduce hidden spots and local favourites loved by Nagoya residents.

Arimatsu no Machinami

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Arimatsu is a historic post town along the old Tokaido road, known for its beautifully preserved streets that feel like stepping back into the Edo period. As it is still relatively unknown to many travellers, you can enjoy a peaceful walk without the crowds. Here you’ll experience Arimatsu Shibori, a traditional tie-dye craft with over 400 years of history. You’ll also meet the owner of a 250-year-old workshop who will share the storey of the town and the artistry behind this unique textile tradition.

Atsuta Jingu Shrine

  • 40m
Nestled in the heart of the city, Atsuta Shrine offers a peaceful oasis away from the urban bustle, where time seems to slow down. Surrounded by lush greenery, it provides a calm and spiritual atmosphere for visitors. It is also considered one of the most important Shinto shrines in Japan, with a history of over 1,900 years. Walking through its sacred grounds allows you to experience a deeper side of Japanese culture and tradition.

Location

Activity location

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    Nagoya Castle
    • 1-1 Honmaru,
    • 460-0031, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Nagoya Station
    • 4 1
    • 450-0002, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan

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