Three days and two nights Aichi sightseeing route!
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Aichi Prefecture is rich in natural and historical sites.
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Aichi Prefecture is an area rich in nature.There are 40% in the prefecture covered with forests, and there are countless spots of cherry blossoms in the spring and maple leaves in the summer.Not only can we enjoy the beautiful scenery, but we can also hike among the mountains and rivers to feel the fun that nature brings to us.On the side near the Pacific Ocean, there are seaside baths in the summer, which are also popular among fishing enthusiasts.Surrounded by the Chita Peninsula and the Atsumi Peninsula, Mikawa Bay has long been known as a fishing ground, and its fresh seafood cuisine is one of its attractions.
When we talk about the history of Aichi Prefecture, we can't leave out the three most famous generals in Japanese history, Nobunaga Oda, Hideyoshi Toyotomi, and Ieyasu Tokugawa, and it's also known as the “Place of the Three Greats of the Sengoku Period”, where the world's heroes were born.In Aichi Prefecture, you can find historical buildings and collectibles in both towns and temples.Battlefield ruins, castle ruins, and parks will make you feel like you have traveled back in time to ancient Japan and are immersed in the romance of ancient Japan.
Aichi Prefecture is now one of the largest industrial bases in Japan. Aichi Prefecture is a place with diverse charms, not only in terms of nature, but also in terms of history and modernization.
Traveler's Companion Aichi Multilingual Hotline
"The Aichi Prefecture Multilingual Hotline is a service you should know about before traveling to Aichi Prefecture.This hotline is a free translation service limited to Aichi Prefecture, so you can easily use it when you need to communicate in your language in stores and on the road when you are traveling.
When traveling, we often come across situations where we are unable to accurately communicate our wishes and questions to the other party, or where the rules of the service provider are incomprehensible, which can cause inconvenience and trouble for us during the trip due to language communication.
Sometimes we think that it would be easier to communicate with a personal interpreter, right?
24-hour hotline service (※) Chinese and other 9-language translation services.
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Aichi Prefecture sightseeing itinerary Day 1: From Chubu Airport to the outlying islands in Aichi
Hinomaga Island is also accessible by bicycle, so you can take a half-day tour of the island by bicycle and enjoy a walk on the beach before dinner.
There are bed and breakfasts on the island, so if you want to spend a night on the island to cure your fatigue from traveling, it's a good choice.The next morning, you can also watch the sun rise over the horizon, but don't forget to get up early!
Transportation to Hinomagashima
Kawagato Port is about 20 minutes away by Meitetsu Sea Sightseeing Boat.
How to get to River and Harbor How to Buy Tickets If you run into any problems on your trip you can call the hotline official.
Facility Name: Hinagashima
Address: Hinagashima, Minami-Chita-cho, Chita-gun, Aichi Prefecture
Official website:https://www.himaka.net/
Day 2: Inuyama-ri: Enjoying the Japanese scenery and experiencing Japanese culture
This time, we will highlight some more interesting places underneath Inuyama Castle.
Transportation from Hinagashima to Inuyama
Inuyama Castle overlooking Inuyama town
20 minutes walk from Inuyama Station to Inuyama Castle. Doesn't it seem a bit far from the station? On the way to Inuyama Castle, there are a variety of grocery stores and gourmet restaurants, so you will arrive at Inuyama Castle while you are still enjoying the Japanese style food. If you want to have lunch or buy a souvenir, you should think about it on the way to Inuyama Castle.
Praying for marriage at Mikko Inari Shrine
Business hours: 9:00~17:00 (admission until 16:30)
Admission: General 550 yen, Elementary and Junior High School students 110 yen
Address: 65-2, Inuyama Kita Kouji, Inuyama City, Aichi Prefecture
Official website:https://inuyama-castle.jp/
Inuyama Shimokucho: A time for relaxation with a retro feel.
Of course, if you want to take beautiful photos, you can rent a kimono and take a rickshaw to experience the feeling of traveling back to ancient Japan.
If you encounter any troubles or difficulties while traveling, you can immediately call the translation hotline and enjoy your time on the road without any obstacles.
Facility：Inuyama Jokushimachi
Address: Inuyama City, Aichi Prefecture
Official website:https://inuyama.gr.jp/
Return to Nagoya hotel and check in
After a pleasant stay in Inuyama, take the Nagoya Railway back to Nagoya and check in to your hotel in Nagoya, where you can continue your tour of Nagoya at night.
There are many hotels in Nagoya that suit your needs in the vicinity of Nagoya Station or Sakae Station, and both areas are easily accessible by public transportation, so you can find the appropriate means of transportation to get wherever you want to go in no time at all.
Dinner: Nagoya Specialty Eel Rice
The special feature of Furuya's eel rice is that the eel is sliced finely, and the eel rice is served with an empty bowl, green onions and ginger, and is divided into four servings.
Cut the center of the eel rice into crosses and divide the rice into four portions.
The first bowl of rice with eel cap is served straight.
Add wasabi, green onion, ginger and seaweed to the second bowl. Because of the seasoning, another flavor spreads to your mouth immediately.
The third bowl is made with the tea provided by the restaurant to make unagi chawanmushi (rice made with eel tea), with the fresh flavor of the tea, and served with the pickles provided.
The fourth bowl is flavored according to your personal taste. You can eat the eel rice directly or add seasoning and tea to taste the beauty of eel rice!
Enjoy Nagoya at NightRecommended Nightscape Attractions
There are also many places to visit in the streets of Nagoya at night. The area around Sakae Station has a high concentration of night spots and various stores, so if you have some time in the evening, why not take a stroll through Nagoya's romantic night scenery?
In Sakae, you can see an eye-catching building in the shape of a TV tower, which is the landmark of Nagoya and is loved by the Nagoya locals. In May 2021, the name of the tower was changed to Chubu Electricity Mirai Tower, and the tower protects the streets of Nagoya day and night.
From the 90-meter-high observation deck, you can enjoy the night view of Nagoya, which is recognized as one of Japan's Night Scenery Heritage. You can experience a different kind of night view with mirrors installed on the patio and at the foot of the observation deck, and of course, you can also experience the stunning image and sound effects through the stereoscopic projection technology.
There are restaurants, grocery stores, clothing stores and food stores in the Mirai Tower Shimokyuya-dori Park. The neon lights on the miraitower and the water fountains in the center of the shopping street make it a dreamy and charming landscape!
You can walk freely on the glass roof, and there is a loop around the outside as if you are walking in the air at a height of 14 meters. In the middle of the roof, water flows out like a wedding gown, and the sound of the water and the waves give you a very healing feeling. Don't forget to take a picture of this famous internet spot in Nagoya.
Facility Name: Chubu Electric Power Mirai Tower
Business Hours: Weekdays and Sundays 10：00-21：00, Saturdays 10：00-21：40
Admission: Adults (high school students and above) 1,300 yen, Minors (elementary/junior high school students) 800 yen
Closed: None (Closed twice a year for facility maintenance)
Address: 3-6-15-mori, Nishiki, Naka-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi, Japan
Official website:https://www.nagoya-tv-tower.co.jp/
Facility Name: Oasis21
Opening hours：10：00～21：00
Admission: Free
Closed: None
Address: 1-11-1 Higashisakura, Higashi-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi Prefecture
Official website:https://www.sakaepark.co.jp/about/
Day 3: Sightseeing in Nagoya
The last stop in Aichi Prefecture was in Nagoya City. We recommend taking the sightseeing loop bus "meguru" (メーグル) so that you don't have to change to the subway or other buses, and you can go around all the major sightseeing spots.
The 1DAY One-Day Pass is a convenient and discounted way to travel, as it allows you to take sightseeing buses at any time of the day, and there are many discount coupons for sightseeing spots available on the pass!
Sightseeing Tour of Bassi website:https://www.nagoya-info.jp/useful/meguru/
If you are not sure how to get on the bus or how to buy a pass, you can ask through the multi-language interpreter hotline.
View of the eaves of the Golden Killer House in Nagoya
Currently, Nagoya Castle's Tenshokaku is undergoing repairs for aging equipment and earthquake resistance, so it is often closed. In the Nagoya Castle area, there are a lot of important cultural properties and the Honmaru Imperial Palace that can be viewed.
In particular, the Honmaru Imperial Palace is a true reproduction of the interior structure of an Edo period building, and you can admire the perfectly restored wall paintings, gold ornaments, and other luxurious and colorful artifacts.
Facility：Special Historic Site Nagoya Castle
Opening hours: 9:00～16:30 (Admission to Honmaru Imperial Palace ends at 16:00)
Admission: Adults 500 yen, Free for junior high school students and under / Tokugawa-en pass Adults 640 yen
Closed: December 29-31, January 1 (4 days) ※Changes will be made during the event.
Address: 1-1 Honmaru, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture
Official website:https://www.nagoyajo.city.nagoya.jp/
Nagoya Specialty Lunch at Kinnikinniku Yokocho
There is an entertainment-oriented food court near Nagoya's main gate and east gate, the “Golden Killer Yokocho”, where you can have breakfast and lunch.
"The Kinnikinniku Yokocho is divided into two areas: the Ginza area, which is home to old stores and Nagoya's original cuisine, and the Soshu area, which is home to creative dishes made with local ingredients and health-oriented cuisine.
You can enjoy all the Nagoya food you want, including miso udon noodles and miso fried pork cutlet, and Nagoya straw chicken cuisine.
Killer Killer Basic Information
Facility Name: Killer dolphin
Opening hours: (*Varies by store)
Yoshinobu area] 10:30-17:30
[Jongchun District] Weekdays 11：00-22：00
Weekend National Holidays 10:30~22:00
Admission: Free
Closed: Varies by store
Address: 3-16-29 Marunouchi, Naka-ku, Nagoya City
Official website:https://kinshachi-y.jp/
A beautiful Japanese garden! Tokugawa-en
When it comes to the history of Aichi Prefecture, the Tokugawa family is a must. Tokugawa-en is a Japanese-style garden in the form of a pond surrounded by springs, which is popular as the remains of the Tokugawa family's residence in Owari.
Tokugawa-en has a total area of about 7,000 tsubo, and it reproduces the scenery of the natural environment by utilizing the features of the terrain, such as the mountains of the castle with a rich sense of three-dimensionality, the waterfalls and streams of Osogane, Lake Ryusen, the peony garden, and the Aoi paddy fields, etc. It is a garden that condenses the Owari-area into a single scene.
No matter what season you come to the garden, the seasonal colors of the plants will decorate the garden, so you can feel the beauty of the four seasons in the Japanese garden.
Tokugawa-en basic information
Facility：Tokugawa-en
Opening hours: 9:30～17:30 (admission until 17:00)
Admission: Adults (high school students and above) 300 yen, under junior high school students free of charge
Closed: Mondays (if it is a national holiday, the next day will be a non-national holiday), Year-end and New Year holidays (December 29 to January 1)
Address: 1001 Tokugawa-cho, Higashi-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture
Official website:https://www.tokugawaen.aichi.jp/
Uncovering the source of the Toyota Group's technology! Toyota Industrial Technology Memorial Center
The museum is divided into the “Fiber Machinery Museum” and the “Automobile Museum,” where fiber machinery and automobiles are both part of the Toyota Group's path of industrial technological change. The museum displays old machines of the era in which they were actually used, and you can see the old machines in action and listen to the narrator's introduction while actually operating them.
I personally felt the passion and entrepreneurial spirit of the Toyota Group, which is passionate about business and constantly pursues technological advances in the industry.
Facility：Toyota Industrial Technology Memorial Hall
Opening hours: 9：30～17：00（Admission is at 16：30ま）.
Admission: Adults 1,000 yen, 65+ 600 yen, University students 500 yen, Junior high and high school students 300 yen, Elementary school students 200 yen
Closed: Mondays (postponed by one day in case of national holidays), Year-end and New Year holidays
Address: 4-1-35, Noritake-Shinmachi, Nishi-ku, Nagoya City
Official website:https://www.tcmit.org/visit/openinghour/
Getting to the Airport from Nagoya Station
Access to Chubu International Airport by Nagoya Railway. The Meitetsu Limited Express MYUSUKAI (ミュースカイ) Chubu International Airport Express Railway takes only 30 minutes to get to Chubu International Airport. It is easy and fast to get to the airport, so you can enjoy sightseeing in Nagoya and then go to the airport. Of course, you will need to check in for your flight, so be careful of your check-in time.
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Aichi Prefecture, which is divided into the Owari district in the west and the Mikawa district in the east, is a place where the cultures and histories of the east and the west meet. It is a place that you will never get tired of visiting, a place with unique charm, and a place that you will enjoy visiting again and again.
With easy access to both Tokyo and Osaka, Aichi Prefecture is a must-see tourist destination when traveling in Japan.
The Aichi Prefecture Multilingual Interpretation Hotline, a free translation service, makes traveling easier and more enjoyable without language barriers.
