Nagoya
Kickstart your trip to Nagoya
City Essentials: First Day • 3 hours
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Kickstart your trip to Nagoya
Get settled, get the vibe and get exploring! (And also probably get some food.)
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Learn the ins and outs of navigating Nagoya with a local host to guide you through the city center
- See one of the birthplaces of otaku culture in Osu, home to the annual World Cosplay Summit and several specialist stores
- Explore ancient shrines and temples, and see the iconic Nagoya castle
- Try some of Nagoya’s culinary specialties, like Nagoya cochin and Kuheiji sake, at your host’s favorite local haunt
- Have a helpful local host on hand to offer tips and recommendations for the rest of your trip
- Ask your host any questions about what to see, do and eat in Nagoya
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
A private and personalized experience
3 hours with a Host
Walking experience
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Nagoya Station Tourist Information Center - The host will be waiting in front of it.Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Get a personalized introduction to Nagoya (and plenty of insider tips and tricks) from your sensei – sorry, knowledgeable local insider. Who needs a map when your host can point out each district from Japan's highest open-air observation deck, the Midland Square skyscraper?
Soak up the spirit of ancient Japan at 700-year-old Osu Kannon Temple, which happens to be right in the middle of the city's famous otaku hub - the Osu neighborhood - packed with stores selling fantastic costumes and gaming goods. And when you're comfortably seated in a backstreet izakaya, ask your host any questions you have between bites of grilled Nagoya cochin, the local specialty chicken!
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
Real Stories, Real Connections
See our hosts and guests creating memories
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What travelers think of this experience
Elah Marie
Apr 2025
Gold was very friendly, accommodating and knowledgeable of the history of places we visited. Prior to our arrival in Japan, she informed me about possible weather so we could be better prepared for our trip. Gold is highly commendable.
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KWON
Apr 2025
Anna is a friendly and warm-hearted guide. She explained Nagoya Castle in & out detail and even though there were some unexpected situations along the way, we managed to solve them well. It was a short but enjoyable tour.
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Philip
Apr 2025
He would go extra mile to full fill your limit time slot on the itinerary .
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Randy
Apr 2025
She was very prompt in meeting us. She communicated each day before to make sure we knew exactly where we should be picked up. She taught us a lot about the culture of Japan and about everywhere we went today. she was very sweet and would highly recommend her in the future to any of our friends that are coming to Japan. We really had a wonderful experience with her.
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Reid
Mar 2025
TK was informative, and took us to the most important and cultural sites in Nagoya. She made sure we saw cherry blossoms that most tourist would not know existed. Pleasant, spoke perfect English and absolute gem of a humans being.
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Thomas
Mar 2025
Takako-san made our day trip to Nagoya an enjoyable one. Whether is was a general request like guiding us around Nagoya castle, taking us to the Dragon's baseball stadium team shop, or a very specific one to search for an item at a local drug store, she delivered. We learned so much about the city and the people who live there. Would definitely recommend her for anyone visiting Nagoya.
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