Tourist attractions in Japanese Nagoya

As one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Japan, the Japanese city of Nagoya sparkles with a modern architecture that embraces the charm of beautiful historical monuments and beautiful gardens.

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Nagoya is located in the south of Honshu Island, which is one of the busiest cities and has a long history as it was established in the Middle Ages and witnessed a great place in the 17th century.

Nagoya also witnessed amazing developments during the 19th century during the era of the Industrial Revolution, as it contributed to the industrial development of the country and is considered since that time one of the most important commercial ports and was able to build itself again after the World War.

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Today we meet with you a group of the most important tourist attractions in Nagoya, the charming Japanese city.
Atsuta Jingu Shrine
Nagoya Castle
Meiji Mura Museum
Tokugawa Museum and The Tokugawa Art Museum
Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium
Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Nagoya TV Tower
Toyota Commemorative Museum

Today we meet with you a group of the most important tourist attractions in Nagoya, the charming Japanese city.

Atsuta Jingu Shrine

The mausoleum of the Atsuta is the oldest landmark of the city of Nagoya, where it was established in the first century AD, and the building includes a number of archaeological artifacts such as jewelry, masks, art paintings and personal belongings belonging to the rulers of Japan throughout the ages.

The shrine receives millions of visitors annually to get acquainted with its historical building, where it is divided into a major shrine and an eastern area called the Treasury, which includes the precious holdings of the shrine.

Nagoya Castle

Founded in the 16th century, Nagoya Castle was vandalized during the Second World War, then it was restored and rebuilt in 1959 and is one of the most important historical monuments in Japan.

Visitors prefer to climb the castle tower to see a panoramic view of the city and learn about the castle’s holdings of art paintings, murals, antiques and historical sculptures such as golden dolphins. You can also sit in restaurants and cafes of the castle.

Meiji Mura Museum

The Meiji Mora Museum is an open museum in Nagoya and it is one of the vital tourist places in the city where it enjoys its outdoor presence and its views of the various sights of the city.

The Meiji Mora Museum houses various examples of Japanese architecture, such as homes and churches, and exhibitions of Japanese furniture and art, where you can learn about the history and civilization of Japan and its traditional arts.

Tokugawa Museum and The Tokugawa Art Museum

The Toko Gawa Museum is dedicated to the wealth of the Tokugawa family, which includes paintings, sculptures, ceramics, weapons, among others, as well as works by leading Japanese artists.

Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium

The city of Nagoya is considered an important commercial port for several centuries, so the city’s port attracts tourists from all over the world, with its charming sights and a variety of entertainment.

In the port, you can enjoy the outdoor seating in cafes and restaurants, watch the enchanting sea view, and visit the Aquarium, which attracts children with its marine creatures and fish, and it offers dolphins and whales.

Also in the harbor is the Fuji Historical Ship Museum, which is a museum that displays the ways of life in the Antarctic, and a boat cruise can be enjoyed.

Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens

Families in Nagoya enjoy visiting the Higashiyama Zoo, which displays hundreds of species of animals, birds, and reptiles and is one of the most famous zoos around the world.

The park was established in 1937 to include lions, elephants, giraffes, rare birds, and monkeys, and the botanical gardens are located next to it, which showcases a charming collection of flowers and plants in stunning scenes.

Nagoya TV Tower

The TV tower is located near the zoo and was established in 1954 with a height of 180 meters. You can climb to the top of the tower that includes a restaurant overlooking the city and provides a breathtaking panoramic view.

Toyota Commemorative Museum

The giant Toyota company is one of the most important industry symbols in the city of Nagoya since 1933 and its own auto museum was established in 1994, which reveals the car manufacturing steps and exhibits of the company’s memorial cars. The museum also includes departments of science and technology and attracts thousands of tourists.

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