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Central Japan · Nagoya itinerary

Nagoya Central Japan: The Best Itinerary

Nagoya is the gateway to central Japan. Here is how to explore its mountain towns — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Shirakawa-go
  2. 2Takayama
  3. 3Hida beef
  4. 4Old towns

The village

Thatched Shirakawa-go.

The town

Historic Takayama and Hida beef.

The trail

Old post towns of the Nakasendo.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Nagoya — prices per person.

Private Tour of Shirakawago from Kanazawa (Half Day)
Kanazawa
Private Tour of Shirakawago from Kanazawa (Half Day)
5.0(27)·4 hours
from$255/ person
via Viator
Japanese Cooking Class with Local Family in Takayama Old Town
Takayama
Japanese Cooking Class with Local Family in Takayama Old Town
5.0(62)·3 hours
from$251/ person
via Viator
Kyoto. Nijo Castle, Imperial Palace, Fushimi Inari. Private Tour.
Kyoto
Kyoto. Nijo Castle, Imperial Palace, Fushimi Inari. Private Tour.
5.0(25)·6 hours
from$181/ person
via Viator
Hida Takayama & Shirakawago Small Group Tour from Nagoya
Nagoya
Hida Takayama & Shirakawago Small Group Tour from Nagoya
5.0(19)·9h 30min
from$189/ person
via Viator
Takayama Private Custom Tour with Local Guide
Takayama
Takayama Private Custom Tour with Local Guide
5.0(20)·6 hours
from$194/ person
via Viator
Nagoya Castle and Local Flavor Samurai Tales and Street Food Walk
Nagoya
Nagoya Castle and Local Flavor Samurai Tales and Street Food Walk
5.0(19)·2h 30min
from$52/ person
via Viator
Private Tour From Takayama to Takayama and Shirakawago
Takayama
Private Tour From Takayama to Takayama and Shirakawago
5.0(12)·8–9 hours
from$518/ person
via Viator
Full Day Walking Tour in Osaka Castle Temples and Ukiyoe
Osaka
Full Day Walking Tour in Osaka Castle Temples and Ukiyoe
5.0(10)·8 hours
from$137/ person
via Viator

Nagoya central Japan — FAQ

What is the best day trip from Nagoya?
Shirakawa-go and Takayama, often combined, are the top day trips.
Can you combine Shirakawa-go and Takayama?
Yes — many tours visit both the thatched village and the old town in one day.
What is central Japan known for?
Its alpine scenery, thatched villages, historic towns and Hida beef.

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