Nagoya: Castle, Samurai History & Tokugawa Art Museum
ID: GYG1459631-2228020
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
03:30 hours
Description
Journey into Japan's samurai past! Visit Nagoya Castle's magnificent Honmaru Palace, explore Tokugawa Art Museum, and stroll feudal gardens.
Step back into the golden age of feudal Japan and discover the legacy of the Owari Tokugawa family, one of the most powerful samurai clans in Japanese history. This 3.5-hour tour offers an immersive cultural journey through Nagoya’s premier historical landmarks.
Begin your tour at Nagoya Castle, built under the orders of Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. Explore the majestic castle grounds and step inside the meticulously restored Honmaru Goten Palace. Marvel at its gold-leaf sliding doors, intricate wood carvings, and exquisite Edo-period architectural craftsmanship.
Next, take a short bus ride with your guide to the world-renowned Tokugawa Art Museum. Home to thousands of preserved samurai heirlooms, inspect authentic daimyo armor, katana swords, tea ceremony utensils, and rare historical treasures passed down through generations.
End your walk with a peaceful stroll through Tokugawa-en, a stunning Japanese landscape garden featuring a central pond, cascading waterfalls, and seasonal flora that once served as a feudal lord’s private retreat.
Highlights
- Explore historic Nagoya Castle and admire the opulent Honmaru Goten Palace
- Discover rare samurai artifacts and swords at the Tokugawa Art Museum
- Stroll through Tokugawa-en, a classic Japanese feudal lord landscape garden
- Learn the fascinating legacy of the Tokugawa clan from an expert guide
- Experience a rich journey into Japan's feudal architecture and history
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Meet at Nagoya Station Tourist Information Center
INCLUDED
- Local guide
- Admission fee to Nagoya Castle
- Admission fee to Tokugawa Art Museum
NOT INCLUDED
- Food and drinks
- Transportation fees
- Admission fees and other expenses not specified in the “Included” section
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
