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Nagoya Castle Private Guided Tour

By DeepExperience
Free cancellation available
Price is €125 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

This exclusive tour offers a unique opportunity to explore Nagoya Castle in two distinct ways: a quick 90-minute overview or a comprehensive 150-minute in-depth experience. During the tour, you can capture memorable photos against the majestic backdrop of the castle's architecture. Learn about the castle's historical significance, built in 1612 by Tokugawa Ieyasu, and the residence of the Owari branch of the Tokugawa family. Admire the golden “Kinshachi” (golden dolphins) atop the main keep, symbolising prosperity and power. Explore the Honmaru Palace, rebuilt with traditional craftsmanship, exemplifying the grandeur of feudal Japan with intricate fusuma paintings and refined wooden construction. Visit the Nishinomaru Archives and Museum, housing exhibits detailing the castle's history, architecture, and role in Japan’s urban development.

Activity location

  • Nishi-no-maru Treasure Museum
    • 1 1
    • 460-0031, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 名古屋城駅前噴水
    • 1 1
    • 460-0032, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan

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1.5 Hours Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
€125.10 x 1 Adult€125.10
Total
Price is €125.10
Until Wed, 25 Mar
2.5 Hours Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Language options: English
Price details
€193.09 x 1 Adult€193.09
Total
Price is €193.09
Until Wed, 25 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    All Fees and Taxes
  • What's includedWhat's included
    In-person Tour Guide

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Nagoya Castle (Pass by)

Nagoya Castle, constructed in 2 years from 1610 under Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu, stands as a testament to Japan's feudal era. Its main keep, or tenshukaku, is renowned for its golden shachihoko (dolphin-like roof ornaments), symbolising Nagoya's rich cultural heritage. The meticulously reconstructed Honmaru Palace showcases exquisite Shoin architecture with beautifully replicated paintings on sliding doors. Surrounding gardens offer serene landscapes, providing visitors with a glimpse into the lives of Japan's historical elite.

Nishi-no-maru Treasure Museum

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
The Nishinomaru Okura Johokan at Nagoya Castle houses valuable collections, including centuries-old wall and screen paintings that survived wartime destruction. Visitors can learn about the castle's history from its construction to modern times and gain insights into Nagoya's urban planning.

Honmaru Palace

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Nagoya Castle's Honmaru Palace, reconstructed in 2018, exemplifies early Edo-period samurai architecture. Each room's design and decor reflect its function and status, with ceilings, transoms, and sliding door paintings varying accordingly. The palace features a range of rooms, including the Entrance Hall, Main Hall, and various chambers, each adorned with intricate decorations. Notably, the sliding door paintings, created by Kano school artists, depict themes such as bamboo groves with leopards and tigers, and plum blossoms with quails, showcasing the artistic richness of the era.

Nagoya Castle Main Keep

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Nagoya Castle's main keep, completed in 1612, is renowned for its golden shachihoko ornaments atop the roof, symbolising the city's rich heritage. The keep's five-story structure offers panoramic views of Nagoya. Currently, the main keep is closed due to age and earthquake resistance concerns. During the tour, you can capture memorable photos against the majestic backdrop of the castle's architecture.

Location

Activity location

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    Nishi-no-maru Treasure Museum
    • 1 1
    • 460-0031, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    名古屋城駅前噴水
    • 1 1
    • 460-0032, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan

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