Top Nagoya Art & Culture

Learn how to draw manga, the Japanese cartoon-style sketches, during a workshop in Nagoya. With a private guide at your side to translate, you'll meet the manga school manager and learn how to use G-pens, screen tone, and other tools to create your very own manga drawing. If time permits at the end of the class, there may be chance for a short tour of the culture-rich Osu shopping arcade, which is nearby.

Take part in a shibori tie-dye workshop in Arimatsu and learn all about this ancient Japanese art from a local guide. The experience starts with a walking tour around the old city, so you can admire its original Edo-era buildings, shop for souvenir shibori art, and visit the Tie-Dyeing Museum. Afterward, you'll head to your workshop to create your very own shibori tie-dye masterpiece. Choose from two options when you book online.

Take home a new skill as well as memories with this traditional Japanese wrapping class in Nagoya. Teaching you the art of furoshiki (wrapping presents in fabric), the class shows you ways to wrap gifts of any shape and size in a classic Japanese style. Shop for fabric near the Fushimi station with a guide, then travel to the Nishiasahi enclave where the class takes place.

Learn to do origami in Nagoya and create your own figures out of washi paper. The ancient Japanese art involves folding paper to make both classic and complex creations, and you'll do it with the help of your own paper folding pro. Make shapes such as the Japanese crane and the star-like kusudama, and take home your origami creations at the end of the class.

It is the only place in Japan where you can experience manga. There are tools for drawing manga in analog and digital, so anyone can freely draw manga. If you draw here too, you will feel like a professional cartoonist. It is fun!

Why not enjoy Japanese culture? We have customers wear kimonos and take you to a spot unique to Japan to take a commemorative photo. You can enjoy high quality kimono used at weddings. Shooting at castles, Japanese gardens and shrines is popular. Please use it for a commemorative photo with couples, couples and families.

【Outline】 You will learn the traditional Nagoya’s Yuzen dyeing technique used in the decoration of traditional silk kimono. You can choose your favorite pattern and color and dye a beautiful scarf. 【Highlights】 -Get inspired by the highly colorful designs and get the feel for this Japanese art form -Make your beautiful masterpiece with professional craftman. -Choose your favorite pattern and color to make your original masterpiece.

When visiting Japan, try wearing kimono yourself for excellent photo opportunities during your stay in Nagoya. Experienced staff will help you choose from over 100 styles and dress in your favorite print. This is an excellent chance for friends, family, or couples to get photos that will capture the memory of your trip to Japan for a lifetime.

Although Nagoya is usually overlooked by travelers, there are many interesting activities and sights to enjoy here. Get insider knowledge from a local guide, who will show you corners of the city that you probably wouldn’t have found otherwise. On this tour you’ll see that there is much more to Nagoya than meets the eye, and you can leave feeling pleased that you’ve discovered things that most travelers miss.

Make your Nagoya visit into a work of art thanks to this 1.5-hour ‘Shodo’ calligraphy class. Get a step-by-step introduction to this Japanese writing style, practicing the proper posture for your ‘fude’ (brush) and marking your page with ‘bokujyu’ (black ink) to form words like ‘love,’ ‘friend,’ and ‘samurai.’ You’ll leave class with a one-of-a-kind calligraphy souvenir created during your lesson.

In this tour, we will take a picture of the day when a professional photographer accompanied the old streets of Arimatsu. Take a walk through the streets of Arimatsu by watching a video introducing the history and techniques of Arimatsu iris. After having lunch at a tasteful restaurant in an old private house, you will experience the squeezing. Please take home only one beautiful work in the world. At the end of Arimatsu, enjoy a relaxing tea time in a cafe renovated from a wonderful old house. ・ Learn about Arimatsu Shibori at Arimatsu Shibori Kaikan. ・ Arimatsu squeezing experience workshop. (The created work can be taken home on that day.) ・ Lunch will be served in an old historic building with an atmosphere. ・ Guide by walking and guiding the streets of Arimatsu. ・ Consume Matcha for light snacks.

Immerse yourself in Japanese culture with this special meal at a former samurai's residence. In the company of two celebrated geishas, sit down for a multi-dish kaiseki-ryouri meal in a private residence once belonging to a samurai warrior. During the meal, play games and watch the geishas perform traditional Japanese dances, including the regional shachihoko, native to Nagoya.

"Take a train and bus from Nagoya to Asuke. Deep in the mountains, Asuke is famous for its autumn leaves, Korankei. It is a popular spot in November during Korankei, but a spot enjoyable all year round. Walk around the old town along the beautiful river, you will see many old-fashioned buildings. There are no tourists to be seen around, why don't you keep this city a secret to yourself? The highlight is Asuke Yashiki, explore and experience craftsmanship here. In a time with no electricity, people's lives were full with wisdom. Discover the craftsmanship from this era. Choose your favorite craft to explore, bamboo basket making, painting or weaving. Let's make an unique sovenir for yourself!"

Customized private tour with friendly 100% local guide Moka! You can enjoy the BEST selections of Nagoya spots !! We will visit .. 1. Nagoya Castle -Explore samurai residence "Hommaru Palace" and enjoy history 2. Sakae Oasis 21 -Beautiful view of TV tower, called Spaceship-aqua 3. Nagoya Local Food -Choose from various kinds of Nagoya restaurants 4. Sakae Shopping Area -Enjoy modern downtown city 5. Osu Kannon Arcade and Temple  -Explore old street & visit shrine and temple . This plan is customizable so please let me know your ideas and favorites !! Meet at Golden Clock in Nagoya station 9:15 !! (Flexible) We mainly take bus and subway for transportation. . [Important Notice] * Solo traveler is charged extra 4000yen. * I have my baby to take care of, so I need to check the nursery before confirm your tour.Thank you for understanding. * Nagoya Castle main tower is closed because of the construction, but you can fully enjoy exploring Hommaru Palace samurai residence!

A tour around luxurious and majestic buildings built in Meiji and Taisho eras, a plan that architecture lovers can enjoy! The magnificent castle-like buildings are secretly popular with the locals as photo spots and are also used assets for various dramas and movies. Enjoy both Western and Japanese style architecture on this tour. There is also a place where both styles are mixed in a room, enjoy the unique beauty of Japanese architecture only to be seen here. This is recommended for anyone interested in architecture, Japanese culture, and photography! It's a shame tourist miss this spot when Nagoya Castle is close by. Want to stroll around Nagoya's local town? Take a tour with otomo!

Nagoya Castle is a popular site, but for history lovers, we also recommend Atsuta Jingu. About 5 mins by train from Nagoya station, Atsuta Jingu is located in a vast precinct away from the city. Its history goes back to 1900 years. It is a historical Jingu made from Japanese myth and legend of the Emperor's family. Next is Nagoya Castle of the Owari Tokugawa family with over 400 years of history and the Tokugawa Art Museum. See the gorgeous interiors, national treasures, and important cultural assets. It is necessary to travel by bus and train, so you should be with a guide! Whether it's your first visit to Japan or not, it is a highly recommended plan with Japanese history and culture.

Known as the performing arts capital of Japan, the city of Nagoya’s oldest restaurant, the 400-year-old Kawabun offers a rare opportunity to personally experience the traditional world of the Geisha and discover this ancient and cultural performing art. Meet some of Nagoya’s 21 true Geisha, beautiful and elegant women trained in the classical arts and members of the MEIGIREN (Nagoya Geisha Association). See them perform their intoxicating traditional dance and songs, and then meet them personally as they interact with Kawabun’s guests. Learn about their world, as you enjoy the games and entertainments experienced by the Lords of Nagoya Castle, the samurai and elite of old. An authentic and personal Japanese historical traditions, arts and culture experience that will enhance your understanding and appreciation of Japan and the Geisha.

【OUTLINE】 Immerse yourself in the fascinating Japanese culture through an unforgettable experience. You will learn the traditional Nagoya’s Yuzen dyeing technique used in the decoration of traditional silk kimono. Moreover, you will go to a luxurious traditional Japanese building and get dressed yourself in an authentic kimono supported by our professional staff. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Learn Nagoya Yuzen dyeing, an ancient technique used in the decoration of traditional silk kimono that has over 300 years of history ・Get inspired by the highly colorful designs and get the feel for this Japanese art form ・Wear an authentic Japanese kimono in traditional building ・Our professional staff will support you carefully when you wear a kimono ・As an option, you can have lunch at a traditional building where you can wear a kimono

On this tour you'll be transported by coach from Nagoya to see UNESCO world heritage village of Shirakawago and stroll through the historical town of Takayama.

Immerse yourself in Japanese food culture and spend an afternoon learning to make soba (buckwheat noodles). This experience is for those who want more than just a vacation; you get the benefits of a cooking class, insider knowledge from a Japanese instructor, and an immersive experience making – and tasting - soba. Morning or afternoon start times make it easy to fit this class into your schedule.

Take a trip to the outskirts of Nagoya and see Inuyama Castle, one of Japan's five castles with National Treasure structures, along with a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter. Customers on this tour will use public transportation and learn more about the history, culture, and way of life of the local people. As this is a half-day tour, it is recommended for those staying in Nagoya for sightseeing or business trips, and those who plan on going to Takayama, Kyoto, Tokyo, or other places after the tour.

This is the ultimate fish and sushi experience. Get access to Yanagibashi fish market in Nagoya, where you’ll see fish and seafood being prepared and sold. You won’t have to worry about navigating, as you’ll have a guide with you to lead the way, translate, teach you about sushi, and answer questions. Choose from two tour options—either have a sushi breakfast or enjoy a cooking class.

Nagoya is a city of must-sees and, while you won't be able to see it all in a day (unless you're The Flash), one of our friendly hosts will help you tick off some of those must-sees on your bucket list. Take in the breath-taking sights of Osu Kannon Temple or the famous Nagoya Castle, where you can catch a ninja demonstration- just don't impulsively run off to join the ninjas full time, these decisions require some thought. See the city from atop the Sky Promenade or give tie-dying a go at the Arimatsu Tie-dyeing Museum- the choice is yours. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Japanese ceramics is popular all over the world. Seto is an area representative of ceramics, a tourist area not even the Japanese know! First visit a museum to learn and experience setoyaki. Here we set foot into Seto olden times where setoyaki flourished. Don't miss the beautiful wall made in the kiln, a great photo opportunity! Explore a large kiln used in the past, choose your favorite cup to drink coffee and other activities only possible in Seto. You can also make and design your own unique plates. We will take you on a journey to discover Japanese ceramics, an unique experience only possible in Seto.