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Nagoya Samurai & Toyota Tour guided by a friendly local

4.8 (28 reviews) 6 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Nagoya Samurai & Toyota Tour guided by a friendly local

About this activity

Experience the best of Nagoya with a 100% local, English-speaking guide.

This private tour takes you to must-visit spots like Nagoya Castle and the Toyota Commemorative Museum, blending samurai history with modern innovation.

Enjoy a personalized experience at your own pace, with a flexible itinerary tailored to your interests—whether it’s history, cars, or culture.

Tour Highlights:

・Friendly local guide with insider knowledge

・Customizable plan to match your interests

・Kid and senior-friendly, relaxed pace

・Travel by public transportation (taxi option available)

Important Notes:

・Nagoya Castle main tower is closed, but the samurai residence and grounds are open

・Toyota Museum is closed on Mondays

※By booking this tour, you agree to our Terms and Conditions available on our official website (Nagoya Tours). We kindly ask you to review them in advance.

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At a glance

Duration
6 hours
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–10
Guide
English
Operated by
Nagoya Tours with locals

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–15 years) · Adults (16–120 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Guide fee

Not included

  • Not included: Entrance fees: Entrance Fee: ¥1040 (Nagoya Castle & Toyota Commemorative Museum)
  • Not included: Lunch: About ¥2000/person. For yours and guide’s.
  • Not included: Private transportation: Transportation: Train tickets (¥700/person) OR Taxis (About ¥6000/group)
  • Not included: Gratuities (Tips)

Itinerary

  1. Nagoya Castle

    30 min Admission not included

    You can see beautiful Nagoya Castle! If you are luckey, you could meet Samurai or Ninja!

    (*The main castle tower is now closed for entering, but it's worth to see samurai Hommaru palace.)

  2. Nagoya Castle

    one hour

    Explore real samurai residence! Please enjoy samurai history & 400 year-ago world with a professional guide

  3. Kinshachi Yokocho Front Gate Area Yoshinao Zone

    one hour

    Enjoy eating Nagoya unique food lunch at your choice! The guide will help you ordering so don't worry!

    (The lunch fee is not included. You need to pay yours and guides lunch fee.)

  4. Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology

    2 hours Admission not included

    Toyota Commemorative Museum Industry and Technology. We learn Toyota history and automobiles.

  5. JR Central Towers

    30 min

    Enjoy downtown area and shopping Nagoya Souvenirs

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Hilton Nagoya
  • Nagoya JR Gate Tower Hotel
  • Nagoya Creston Hotel
  • Mitsui Garden Hotel Nagoya Premier
  • Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel
  • TIAD, Autograph Collection
  • Nikko Style Nagoya

※Pick up at your Hotel in NAGOYA city area only. If you stay outside of Nagoya city, please meet at Nagoya station.

※We can also meet at the Nagoya Cruise Port. Please let us know your cruise ship name and arrival time.

Transportation: You may choose to travel by subway or taxi, depending on your preference.

If you would like to use taxis, please let us know at the time of booking.

Our guide will be waiting for you with a name sign.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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