Nagoya: Great Buddha & Treasures of Chikusa Walking Tour
ID: GYG1078460-1656228
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Explore Nagoya’s hidden gems on a private walking tour. Discover a towering Great Buddha, forested temple paths, and retro villas. End in a stylish district with cafés and boutiques.
Discover one of Nagoya’s most striking but little-known landmarks — a towering Great Buddha tucked away in a peaceful neighborhood. This tour leads you through forested temple paths, crumbling castle ruins, and elegant retro villas that whisper of Japan’s spiritual and architectural legacy.
Stop at overlooked sites connected to Zen Buddhism, mid-century nostalgia, and Meiji-period luxury. Wrap up in one of Nagoya’s most stylish districts, home to cafés, boutiques, and back-alley charm.
This tour is ideal for temple lovers, historic architecture enthusiasts, photographers, cultural explorers, and those seeking a walk off the tourist map. Moderate walking is required through hills and historical neighborhoods.
Highlights
- Discover a towering Great Buddha tucked away in a peaceful neighborhood
- Visit overlooked sites connected to Zen Buddhism and Meiji-period luxury
- Enjoy a guided walk through hills and historical neighborhoods
- End the tour in one of Nagoya’s hidden districts with cafés and shops
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Moderate walking required through hills and historical neighborhoods
Exact itinerary and meeting point provided upon booking
Guide will be waiting outside Motoyama Station Exit 6.
INCLUDED
- Exclusive walk with bilingual expert guide
- Historical commentary
- Admission Fee to historic villa and temple museum
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation
- Food
- Souvenirs
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.
