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Nagoya in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days from Nagoya cover the city and central Japan. Here is how to spend three perfect days — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: city
  2. 2Day 2: Shirakawa-go
  3. 3Day 3: Takayama
  4. 4Inuyama

Day 1: the city

Castle, Atsuta and food.

Day 2: Shirakawa-go

The thatched UNESCO village.

Day 3: Takayama

The alpine old town and Inuyama.

Nagoya in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough for Nagoya?
Three days lets you explore the city, then day-trip to Shirakawa-go and Takayama in central Japan.
What are the best things to do around Nagoya?
Nagoya Castle, Shirakawa-go, Takayama, the Atsuta Shrine and Inuyama are the top experiences.
How do I plan a 3-day Nagoya itinerary?
Spend day one in the city, day two at Shirakawa-go, and day three in Takayama.