Nagoya Private Tours

Tailoring each tour to your wishes by locals who love their city

Top private tours in Nagoya

From exploring cool neighborhoods to eating with the locals to seeing iconic sites, these are some of our favorite experiences

When in Osaka
make sure to try
“kushikatsu”!

See the city like
you would with a friend who lives there

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When in Osaka
make sure to try
“kushikatsu”!

See the city like
you would with a friend who lives there

The best Nagoya private tours & experiences with locals

At City Unscripted, we’ve perfected the recipe for the best private tours in Nagoya, a city that effortlessly melds tradition and modernity. Our Nagoya private tours pair curious travelers with passionate local guides who have already uncovered every inch of their hometown – and in a city as dynamic as Nagoya, you’ll need someone who knows their way around! From a well-documented history of ninjas to a famous otaku scene, Nagoya represents Japanese culture in all its forms, and our local guides invite you to experience the very best of it with them. What are you waiting for? Book private tours of Nagoya with us and discover the true spirit of the city.

Meet some of our Nagoya local hosts

Like the people who travel with us, they have different backgrounds and interests – but they’re all so passionate about the place they call home, they choose to spend their free time sharing it with the like-minded travelers matched to them.

We’ve handpicked them and we’ll match you to your perfect one!

See the city like a local

On Nagoya private tours led by a local, you’ll see the city is so much more than the birthplace of Toyota! You’ll get to explore the locations that truly define Nagoya beyond its reputation as Japan’s automotive hub, and there’s certainly a lot to see in so-called Geidokoro, as the city is known – a cultural center of Japan. Our private tours of Nagoya highlight the places loved by locals – the street food stalls selling tasty Tenmusu rice balls, significant shrines that are several centuries old, and even a secret underpass lined with some of the best restaurants in the city.

Get off the beaten track

Nagoya has no lack of historic must-see attractions, from the iconic Nagoya Castle to 1900-year-old Atsuta Shrine – but step off the tourist trail with a local by your side on Nagoya private tours, and you’ll discover an entirely different world bubbling below the surface. Maybe you’ll flip through manga in Osu, a district that plays host to the annual World Cosplay Summit, jostle your way through the busiest port in Japan, or get lost among the downtown area’s neon-lit high-rises. Wherever your private tours of Nagoya take you, you’ll get a taste of the modern local lifestyle.

Private tours tailored to you

No two travelers are the same. Perhaps you enjoy seeking out a city’s most famous attractions, or maybe you like to keep things more low-key at holes-in-the-wall and local haunts. Whatever your style, the itinerary for your private tours in Nagoya will be crafted especially for you. From full-day experiences to food tours, we offer a wide range of experiences that cater to every type of traveler. Whether you choose to spend the bulk of your private Nagoya tours at markets and eateries, maritime museums, or historic hubs, our number one priority is giving you a day to remember.

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Latest reviews from our guests

Kumi was a fantastic tour guide! I absolutely adored her and her local knowledge about Nagoya. I wasn't sure what to expect from our first stop in Japan but she made it so memorable and taught us so much about Japanese culture that we were able to use on the rest of our trip. I completely recommend this tour to anyone interested in Nagoya or Japanese culture at all!

April 2024

Taryn A
Anna Uchico our local guide provided us an IT tailored to our group’s interest and time. We had a wonderful day exploring Nagoya and ended it with a super yummy kaiseki lunch and shopping for Japan goods per our request.

April 2024

Alona S
George was the perfect tour guide sharing a rich knowledge on the history of Japan. The tour was customized on my interests.

April 2024

Alexander M
Anna Uchico our guide, tailored our IT well according to our interests and time. Communication with her via e-mail was easy. She was knowledgeable about her city. She has an adventurous and kindred spirit.

April 2024

Alona S