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Nagoya Castle Private Guided Tour

Location Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan
$245.79
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

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, symbolizing 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.

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

2.5 Hours Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • In-person Tour Guide
  • Other

Meeting point
Please meet your guide in front of the reception area at the East Gate of Nagoya Castle. The guide will be holding a yellow sign with the DeepExperience logo.
Return details
Please meet your guide in front of the reception area at the East Gate of Nagoya Castle. The guide will be holding a yellow sign with the DeepExperience logo.

  • 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), symbolizing 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. (pass by)
  • 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.
  • 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's main keep, completed in 1612, is renowned for its golden shachihoko ornaments atop the roof, symbolizing 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.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Nagoya Castle Private Guided Tour

    Location Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan
    $245.79
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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