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. Meet @ Hotel lobby 9:00
- 2. Move to Nagoya Castle and tour Honmaru Palace and the area around Nagoya Castle
- 3. Lunch @ Yabaton Kinshachi Yokocho branch
- 4. Move to Tokugawaen and tour the Japanese garden and the Tokugawa Art Museum
- 5. Move to Osu and tour Osu Kannon and the Osu shopping arcade
- 6. Move to OASIS 21 in the Sakae district and tour the exterior of the Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER and the shopping area
- 7. Return to Hotel and disband 15:00
Title: What's a Full-Day Private Tour of Nagoya Like? A Licensed Guide's Report
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[Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) guide led a full-day private tour of Nagoya's most popular spots, including Nagoya Castle, Tokugawa Garden and the Tokugawa Art Museum, the Osu shopping arcade, and the OASIS 21 shopping area, and the guests were delighted. During the one-day tour, the guests enjoyed a relaxed lunch of Nagoya-style local cuisine at Kinshachi Yokocho next to Nagoya Castle, as well as a leisurely tea break at a coffee shop in the Osu shopping arcade, so they were able to fully enjoy the gourmet side of the guided tour as well. I also explained how to get to the Aichi Prefectural Budokan, which the guests planned to visit during their stay in Nagoya, and introduced some recommended restaurants near their hotel, which they were very pleased with.
Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Subway | Sakae Station～Nagoya Castle Station | 210JPY |
| Section 2 | Subway | Kamimaezu Station～Sakae Station | 210JPY |
| Total | 420JPY | ||
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
B9190RXcolleenm
The Nagoya walking tour was great!
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Todd was the perfect…
Feb 16, 2026
B9190RXcolleenm
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
Jeffrey_B
Nagoya with Todd Miura
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A great 4 hour…
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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.