Nagoya Private Tour with Licensed Guide

Meet your National Government Licensed Guide at your cruise terminal arrival gate or hotel lobby and set off on a private journey through the cultural highlights of Nagoya. Begin with a visit to the historic town of Arimatsu, renowned for its 400-year-old tradition of Arimatsu Shibori tie-dyeing. Enjoy a hands-on shibori experience and create your own unique souvenir while learning about this beautiful Japanese craft. Afterward, continue to the iconic Nagoya Castle, one of Japan's most celebrated castles, where you can explore its impressive architecture, beautiful gardens, and fascinating samurai history. As this is a private tour, the itinerary is flexible. If there are other places you would like to visit, we would be happy to customize the tour to match your interests. Simply let us know your preferences in advance, and we'll do our best to create the perfect day for you.

1. 1

   Nagoya Port Building

   15 min

   The trip starts at the Port of Nagoya in Nagoya City. We will visit the port in the morning for pickup. Please let us know if you have a preference for the meeting place!

2. 2

   Arimatsu no Machinami

   2 hours

   *Some options may not go. Please check the option details thoroughly. This historical district is attractive for its elegant landscape that has been preserved since the Edo period. The town, which stretches along the Tokaido Highway, prospered as the birthplace of Arimatsu shibori (shibori silk shaping), and today the town's town houses and merchant houses from those days still remain. The town is lined with beautiful machiya-style buildings with white-walled storehouses and lattice doors, and visitors can enjoy strolling around in a quiet and tranquil atmosphere. In addition, tie-dyed curtains and signboards are displayed throughout the town, giving visitors a sense of a town where traditional crafts are still alive. Cafes and galleries are also scattered throughout the town, offering a peaceful blend of the traditional and the modern. The streets of Arimatsu, are recommended for those who want to take a leisurely stroll while experiencing history and culture.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   1.5 hours

   *Some options may not go. Please check the option details thoroughly. The Arimatsu-Narumi Shibori Kaikan is a facility where visitors can experience the charm of Arimatsu shibori, a dyeing technique that has been used since the Edo period. Inside the museum, visitors can learn about the techniques and history of traditional Arimatsu shibori through a variety of exhibits, allowing them to see the delicacy of Japanese dye culture up close and personal. At the demonstration corner, visitors can watch artisans perform tie-dyeing by hand and be amazed at their skillful techniques. Visitors can also try their hand at tie-dyeing and create their own original piece of artwork! At the store, you can purchase beautiful tie-dyed tenugui hand towels, clothing, and accessories, which make great souvenirs. Around the museum, visitors can enjoy strolling through the historic townscape and feel the atmosphere of the Edo period. Let's try to have Shibori experience.

4. 4

   Nagoya Castle

   1.5 hours

   *Some options may not go. Please check the option details thoroughly. Nagoya Castle was built by Ieyasu Tokugawa in the 17th century to unify the country. The doors and walls are elaborately decorated with gold leaf. Around the area, you can also visit spots associated with names from the Warring States period.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   30 min

   The goal of the tour.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons.
• We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.