Japan · Nagoya 4-Day Trip
Nagoya, Japan 4-Day Itinerary Template
Nagoya rewards travelers who plan around food. Over 4 days and 3 nights this route covers 15 stops, with miso katsu, tebasaki wings and hitsumabushi eel spread across the evenings. Days go to Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and the Sakae shopping district, then out to the Tokoname Maneki-neko Path, with LEGOLAND Japan listed as the family alternative. A relaxed pace for anyone who would rather eat well than rush.
Trip overview
- Duration
- 4 days, 3 nights
- Stops
- 15 stops
- Estimated budget
- approx. $1,000approx. ¥150,000Estimate
Converted at fixed reference rates, not live rates. See live exchange rates
Sample flights
- OutboundBR128EVA AirTPE 08:20 → NGO 12:20
- ReturnBR127EVA AirNGO 13:30 → TPE 16:00
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Arrive at Chubu Centrair Airport
TransportImmigration & baggage claim
Meitetsu μ-SKY to Nagoya
Transport~28 min express train
- Getting there
- Meitetsu μ-SKY to Nagoya Station, ~28 min
Hotel Check-in
HotelOsu Shopping Street
ShoppingRetro arcade, street food, anime shops
Miso Katsu (Pork Cutlet)
FoodNagoya specialty, rich miso sauce
Nagoya Tebasaki Wings
FoodCrispy fried chicken wings
Day 2
Nagoya Castle
SightsGolden shachihoko, Honmaru Palace
Official site- Opening hours
- 09:00–16:30, Closed Mon
- Entry fee
- ¥500 (adult)
- Local address
- 名古屋市中区本丸1-1
- Getting there
- Meijo Line – Shiyakusho Station, 5 min walk
Atsuta Shrine
SightsOne of Japan's most important shrines, Kusanagi sword
- Opening hours
- 24 hours (treasure hall: 09:00–16:30)
- Entry fee
- Free (treasure hall: ¥300)
- Local address
- 名古屋市熱田区神宮1-1-1
- Getting there
- Meijo Line – Jingu-Nishi Station, 8 min walk
Sakae Shopping District
ShoppingOasis 21, department stores, nightlife
Hitsumabushi (Grilled Eel)
FoodThree ways to eat: plain, with condiments, with tea
- Reservation required
Day 3
Tokoname Maneki-neko Path
SightsGiant lucky cat, pottery town, ceramic walk
- Entry fee
- Free
- Getting there
- Meitetsu to Tokoname, ~30 min from Nagoya
LEGOLAND Japan (alternative)
SightsFamily-friendly, Miniland Japan, water rides
Official site- Reservation required
- Opening hours
- Daily 10:00–17:00 (varies)
- Entry fee
- ¥5,800+ (adult)
Nagoya Station Shopping
ShoppingJR Gate Tower, Takashimaya, souvenir hunting
Tebasaki Izakaya Dinner
FoodFarewell dinner, wings & beer
Day 4
Last Shopping
ShoppingHotel Check-out
HotelMeitetsu to Chubu Centrair Airport
TransportAirport Duty Free
ShoppingDepart for home
Transport
Packing list
- Passport
- E-ticket confirmation
- Hotel booking confirmation
- Japanese Yen (suggest ¥60,000)
- Credit card
- eSIM / WiFi device
- Power bank + cables
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Camera
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