Nagoya travel guide

Nagoya is one of Japan’s wealthiest cities and its commercial power is on display everywhere, from stunning modern architecture to glitzy department stores. Situated halfway between the massive metropolises of Tokyo and Osaka, Nagoya has excellent transport links and is the perfect base for exploring central Japan.

Although Nagoya is an important centre for manufacturing and industry - with major Japanese companies such as Toyota and Noritake based here - the city does have a thriving cultural scene and a vibrant nightlife. The city hosts the annual World Cosplay Summit which attracts fans of manga and anime from all over the world, who gather in central Nagoya in the costumes of their favourite characters.

Nagoya also boasts a wealth of museums, including some excellent art museums. Nagoya’s regional cuisine is also distinctive and there are a vast number of restaurants devoted to serving the chicken and eel dishes for which the city is known.