Things to do in Nagoya, Japan (near the Studio Ghibli Park!) 🌳
Discover the vibrant city of Nagoya, Japan, offering a fantastic mix of modern attractions and historical treasures, especially for families visiting Studio Ghibli Park. From high-speed trains and thrilling amusement rides to serene temples and dazzling light displays, Nagoya promises an unforgettable adventure.
SC Maglev & Railway Park
A museum in Nagoya featuring bullet trains, the shinkansen network, and the new maglev trains, with interactive exhibits and trains to explore.
Nabana no Sato Illuminations
A flower park near Nagoya known for its large-scale winter illuminations featuring millions of LEDs, open from late October to late May.
Nagashima Spa Land
A theme park near Nagoya featuring Steel Dragon 2000, the world's longest roller coaster, along with a variety of other rides and a water park.
Legoland
A theme park aimed at kids, featuring rides, Lego models, and a factory tour, located near Nagoya.
Sea Life
A small aquarium near Nagoya, often visited in combination with Legoland.
Nagoya Castle
A large Japanese castle in Nagoya, undergoing reconstruction until 2028, but visitors can still explore the castle palace, grounds, and gardens.
Science Museum
A science museum in Nagoya with a planetarium, dinosaur exhibits, a tornado exhibit, and a lightning vault.
Osu Shopping District
A shopping district in Nagoya featuring Osu Kannon Temple, a covered shopping street, street food, and shops with anime and manga merchandise.
Coco Curry Museum
A museum in Nagoya dedicated to Coco Curry, featuring old uniforms, menus, and artifacts from its history, located above the original restaurant.
Lucky Cat Museum
A museum on the edge of Nagoya with 5,000 lucky cats, a cafe, and opportunities to paint your own cat.
Osu Kannon
A temple located in the Osu shopping district of Nagoya.
Nagoya TV tower
The oldest TV tower in Japan, featuring an observation deck with views of Nagoya.
Yoro Park
A large park near Nagoya containing the Site of Reversible Destiny, play parks, mini golf, a shrine, and a waterfall.
Four Season Cherry Blossom Festival
A festival in Obarai park featuring shiky-zakura trees that bloom twice a year, in Spring and Autumn.