Nagoya Customized Half-Day Tour — Guide Todd
November, 2024
This is a private guided tour report by Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.), a network of 1,000+ government-licensed, English-speaking local guides across all 47 prefectures of Japan. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.
Tour Itinerary
- 1. 9:30 Meet @ Nagoya Port Kinjo Pier
- 2. Nagoya Castle: View the interior of Honmaru Palace and the area around the castle tower
- 3. View the Japanese garden at Tokugawa Garden
- 4. View the Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER (former Nagoya TV Tower)
- 5. Return to Nagoya Port Kinjo Pier and disband 13:30
What Can You See on a 4-Hour Private Tour from Nagoya Cruise Port? A Licensed Guide's Report
The meeting and dismissal point for this tour was the Kinjo Pier at the Port of Nagoya, where the guests' cruise ship docked. Under the condition of traveling back and forth between the pier, located far from central Nagoya, and the sights, we used a taxi to move between Kinjo Pier and Tsukijiguchi Station, the closest subway station to the pier, in order to make the 4-hour tour as smooth and full of content as possible. As a result, the guests were able to visit three sites — Nagoya Castle, Tokugawaen Garden, and the Mirai Tower — and they were very pleased. Among the sites visited, the guests were especially interested in the Honmaru Palace and the area around the main keep of Nagoya Castle, and they commented that it was truly wonderful. They also enjoyed the tasteful and atmospheric setting of the Japanese garden at Tokugawaen.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Subway | Tsukijiguchi Station～Nagoyajo Station | 270JPY |
| Section 2 | Subway | Sakae Station～Tsukijiguchi Station | 270JPY |
| Total | 540JPY | ||
Hello, guests of JGA tours, I’m Takao (Todd) Miura, a national licensed guide of Japan.
I have experiences as a professional guide over 5 years. The themes in which I’m well versed include castles, Japaneses landscape gardens, museums, festivals, and traditinal Japanese arts and crafts.
Nagoya City and Aichi Prefecture, where I live, have many attractive sites to visit. I would like to introduce you to the most popular sites and spots in this area.
I really wish to have a very nice time with you as a guide of your tour in Nagoya and Aichi Prefecture.
Feb 16, 2026
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The Nagoya walking tour was great!
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Todd was the perfect…
Feb 16, 2026
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The Nagoya walking tour was great!
Tripadvisor review: Nagoya Half-day Private Custom Tour with National Licensed Guide
Todd was the perfect tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and tailored the tour for us to
make the most of our time in Nagoya. We easily made our way to the key sites of the city
and Todd helped us plan the next day with excellent recommendations.
Oct 2, 2025
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Nagoya with Todd Miura
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A great 4 hour…
Oct 2, 2025
Jeffrey_B
Nagoya with Todd Miura
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A great 4 hour tour around the city. We visited the Castle, a Japanese Garden and the city centre.
Todd was very knowledgeable and ensured a great experience for us
Sep 17, 2025
sjhppy
Todd Was A Fabulous Guide
Tripadvisor review: Nagoya Full-day Private Custom Tour with National Licensed Guide
I highly recommend Todd! He…
Sep 17, 2025
sjhppy
Todd Was A Fabulous Guide
Tripadvisor review: Nagoya Full-day Private Custom Tour with National Licensed Guide
I highly recommend Todd! He was extremely knowledgeable and a great English speaker! In addition, he was so helpful even before the tour started. He kept us apprised of the weather, the amount of cash we would need for select spots, etc. He was great and this tour was really wonderful!
Jul 22, 2025
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Tripadvisor review: Nagoya Half-day Private Custom Tour with National Licensed Guide
We enjoyed this tour with a knowledgeable guide. Todd shared…
Jul 22, 2025
guelphturfgrassinstu
Tripadvisor review: Nagoya Half-day Private Custom Tour with National Licensed Guide
We enjoyed this tour with a knowledgeable guide. Todd shared insights into Japanese
culture, language, and great suggestions for future visits.