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Private tour in Nagoya Akiko W
Explore Nagoya in One Full-Day: Castle, Shrines, Osu Market and Samurai Swords
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Hello! I'm Akiko. I am a national government licensed guide interpreter and a certified domestic tour conductor in Japan. I became a guide because I wanted to share the history, culture, and craftsmanship of Japan with visitors from around the world. I specialize in central Japan, especially Aichi Prefecture and Nagoya. In Nagoya, we explore historic castles and shrines connected to Japan's samurai history, as well as lively modern districts. I live in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, a world-renowned center of sword-making and cutlery production with over 700 years of history. Here you can experience the living tradition of Japanese craftsmanship. By combining Nagoya's samurai heritage with Seki's blade-making culture, I offer a unique perspective on Japanese history that goes beyond typical sightseeing. I developed my English communication skills through teaching and years of guiding experience in Japan. I prioritize your safety and comfort at all times. I am also happy to adjust the tour based on your interests, pace, and preferences to create a personalized experience. Most of my tours are conducted using public transportation, but I am happy to arrange a taxi if it is more convenient. I would like to make your tour a fun and memorable experience. If you have any requests or questions, please feel free to reach out. I will do my best to accommodate your needs. I look forward to meeting you in Nagoya!
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Discover Nagoya: Castle, Shrine, Osu and Samurai Swords
Overview of your Nagoya tour
Our journey begins at Nagoya Castle built by Tokugawa Ieyasu. For the time being, we are not allowed to enter the keep but we can enjoy Honmaru Palace, a gorgeous residence built for the ninth son of Ieyasu and later it was used for the place where Tokugawa shogun stayed. After leaving the castle, we visit Atsuta Shrine. This shrine is famous for keeping one of the three treasures , a sacred sword. If we are lucky, we may see a traditional wedding at Atsuta Shrine! Next, we go to Osu Shopping Street, a very lively and interesting area . This area has many temples and shrines along with many shops. The final stop of the tour is Nagoya Sword Museum. You can see Japanese swords, armor, and other historical items. However, this museum is closed on Thursdays. If you would like to join this tour on Thursday, I would like to suggest a different destination according to your preference. Nagoya Castle admission fee: 500 yen Nagoya Sword Museum: 1,200 yen One-day subway pass: 760 yen（620 yen on weekends)
Your Nagoya tour itinerary
The tour starts at your hotel, Nagoya Station or Nagoya Port at 9:00 a.m. - Nagoya Castle and Honmaru Palace at 9:30 a.m. - Atsuta Jingu Shrine at 11:30 a.m. - Osu Shopping Street at 1:00 p.m. - Nagoya Swords Museum at 2:00 p.m. The tour ends at the museum at 3:00 p.m. - The tour ends at the museum at 3:00 p.m., but I can also accompany you to Nagoya Station upon your request. This tour can be customized to your preferences.
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Type: Public Transportation / Category: Subway
We will mainly use the subway for transportation during the tour, but taxis can be arranged upon request if you prefer.
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Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
We will meet at your hotel or Nagoya Station.
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
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