Nagoya 3-Day, 2-Night Travel Guide

A perfect blend of modern city vibes and traditional Japanese charm

🏙 DAY 1｜City Center & Noritake Garden

📍 JR Nagoya Station / JR Central Towers
• A landmark of Nagoya! Department stores, restaurants, and an observation deck all in one place
• Start your journey with a view of the city

🌿 Noritake Garden
• Headquarters of a 100-year-old porcelain brand
• Experience workshops, visit the museum, and stroll through the lawn garden
• 🎁 Souvenirs: Noritake coffee cups and plate sets

🍱 Dinner – Hitsumabushi (Grilled Eel Rice Bowl)
• Crispy eel with sweet and savory sauce
• Enjoy it in three ways: as is → with seasoning & wasabi → finish with broth
• Recommendations: Hitsumabushi Bincho / Maruya Honten / Atsuta Horaiken

🎬 DAY 2｜Ghibli Park & Nagoya Food Tour

🏞 Ghibli Park
• A place that brings the world of Studio Ghibli films to life
• A must-visit for fans of 'My Neighbor Totoro' and 'Spirited Away'
• Filled with photo spots featuring wide parks, ponds, and charming buildings

🍜 Lunch – Taiwan Mazesoba (Taiwanese Mixed Noodles)
• A Nagoya specialty dry ramen
• Soy sauce base + minced meat + egg yolk + garlic + seaweed + green onions
• Recommendation: Menya Hanabi (麺屋はなび)

🍶 Dinner – Izakaya Hopping
• Sashimi platters, oden, lemon sour
• End the day while soaking in the local atmosphere

🌆 DAY 3｜City Views & Shopping

👀 Nagoya City View
• JR Tower observation deck or hotel viewpoints
• Enjoy the neat streets and green tree-lined avenues

🛍 Shopping Course
• JR Takashimaya / Gate Tower Mall
• Recommended: Noritake tableware, Japanese snacks, and gift items

💡 Travel Tips
• 🚇 Subway + walking is sufficient for getting around
• 🎫 Advance reservation required for Ghibli Park
• 🍂 Best to visit in spring or autumn (ideal weather and scenery)