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A-1 Nagoya Castle, the symbol of the city |
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Today, Nagoya castle is a very popular tourist spot in Nagoya. In the Edo
period, it was a beautiful but strong fortress. The castle tower was rebuilt
in 1959, but there are still a lot of devices which one protect it against
enemies. Please find them along with our guides. Fish-shaped gold ornaments
are shining on top of the roof. If you like, you can take your photos with
them. We'll take your photos for you. From season to season, you will also
enjoy various flowers and blossoms. If you are lucky, maybe you can meet
The shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu who was the founder of this castle, his Samurai
warriors, and even Ninjas!
The tour is available every day, 1:00−3:00 p.m. Unless there is a particular
notice.
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The cancellation will be posted at Main and East Gate of Nagoya Castle
on the day. |
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| B. Recommended Private Tours (Reservations required) |
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Toyota is a world famous motor company now, but its history started here
in 1911 as a textile factory. This museum was opened in 1994 using the
building preserving some part of original redbrick buildings of the factory.
AGGN guides will show you highlights of the museum and help you understand
the development of the textile and automobile industry. Both children and
adults can enjoy and learn about the history and technology of TOYOTA through
the exhibition of actual machines and demonstrations by operators here.
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B-2 Atsuta Jingu Shrine, a place with full of mythology |
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Atsuta Jingu Shrine has been one of the greatest plaes of worship in Japan
soince ancient times. The sacred sword, one of the Three Imperial Treasures,
is enshrined here. Do you believe that the sword came out from a huge snake’s
tail? Please enjoy relaxing and strolling in the approximately 2 million square
meters shrine grounds, surrounded with old trees. AGGN guides will tell
youabout interesting mythologies and traditional events at the shrines
in Japan.
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B-3 Osu Shopping Arcade,
the most exciting spot in Nagoya |
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If you need some souvenirs for your family or friends, then why dont you visit Osu Shopping Arcade? There are various stores and discount shops, and you can get almost everything you want, such as used kimonos, dolls ceramics, anime goods, the latest electric home appliances, and so on. You can also enjoy a short performance of mechanical puppets.
The tour starts from the west gate of the red Temple of Osu Kannoon, and
skilled AGGN guides will take you wherever you like. .
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B-4 Arimatsu, hometown of tie-dyeing |
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Arimatsu town is located in southern Nagoya, about 40 minutes from Nagoya
Station by the Meitetsu train. The town is known for traditional Arimatsu
Shibori (tie-dyed fabric), and old merchant houses with white walls and
black-tiled roofs. The Arimatsu Shibori has a long history of 400 years
and its various motifs are still loved as Kimono fabric today. AGGN guides
meet you at the exit of Meitetsu Arimatsu Station and take you to local
museums of Shibori and festival floats. |
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B-5 Shirotori Garden |
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This Garden is a Japanese stroll garden. The garden opened in 1991. The
area of the garden is about 3.7hector. This is one of the largest traditional
Japanese gardens in Nagoya.
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B-6 Cultural Path, Nagoya’s historical area |
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B-7 Tokugawa Art Museum & Tokugawaen |
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Explore Nagoya Tours 
