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Nagoya, Japan
Japan’s fourth largest city by population, Nagoya, is a center of modern commerce, with Toyota, Noritake china and a Legoland theme park calling this capital home. Tour the Toyota Exhibit Hall, experience Noritake Gardens and sit amongst the stars in the planetarium at the Science Museum. Nagoya Castle, deemed a National Treasure, is a must-see, as is exploring their entertainment district, Sakae. This busy hub is where you’ll find Nagoya TV Tower, the city’s symbol, and Oasis 21, a multi-level public park with a futuristic water theme.
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What you NEED TO KNOW
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Port Name & Location
Port of Nagoya. Ship will DOCK at this port. -
Time Zone
Japanese Standard Time (JST) (UTC/GMT +9) -
Language
The local language in Nagoya is Japanese. To say YES, say, “Hai,” to say NO, say “Iie.” Hello is “Kon ‘nichiwa.” -
Currency & Shopping
In Nagoya, the local currency used is the Yen (pronounced without the Y). When shopping in Nagoya, you'll find many items indigenous to the area, including tie-dyed fabric, shibori, invented in the 1600s. Noritake china and porcelain, and Mikimoto pearls. are also valuable keepsakes to buy. Sample some Akamiso (red miso), a food product unique to the area. -
Famous For
Unlike the rest of Japan and its white miso, Nagoya created its own red miso. Try it on everything from udon to pork. -
Important
Tattoos are taboo in Japan. It’s common to see “no tattoos” signage and most onsen, pools and gyms will prohibit entry. -
Fun Fact #1
Toyota makes its home just outside of Nagoya. Tour the plant and several museums dedicated to the automobile and future technology. -
Fun Fact #2
The Nagoya Castle, originally built in 1610, is one of Japan’s top three castles. Its palace is one of the finest examples of Shoin architecture.