Known as the home of Toyota, Aichi also offers samurai history, unique local foods, great nightlife, rustic beauty and distinctive arts and crafts. Aichi Prefecture is the birthplace of heroes. The nations' three Unifiers were all born in Aichi.
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Iga Hachimangu Shrine is where Tokugawa Ieyasu, the last of the three unifiers of the Sengoku period, always prayed for victory in battle.
Iga Hachimangu shrine
Birthplace of the Shogun, Tokugawa Ieyasu
Okazaki Castle
A yamajiro-style Japanese castle that overlooks the Kiso River, which serves as the border between Aichi and Gifu Prefectures.
Inuyama Castle
One of Japan's top open-air museums, showcasing over 60 buildings from the Meiji Period (1868-1912), is also a hidden gem for enjoying cherry blossoms (sakura) with fewer crowds.
Museum Meiji-Mura
"Experience the magic of the Inuyama Festival – a dazzling display of towering floats, vibrant lanterns, and centuries-old traditions set against the backdrop of Inuyama Castle!"
INUYAMA festival
Meitai Park Tokoname is a one-of-a-kind mentaiko wonderland run by the legendary Kanefuku, where you can step inside the world of seasoned pollock roe. Explore the factory through sleek glass windows, watch the magic unfold, and get a behind-the-scen...
Mentai Park Tokoname
Legoland Japan is a family-friendly theme park in Nagoya, featuring interactive rides, Lego-themed attractions, and detailed Lego models, offering fun and creativity for all ages.
Legoland Japan
Ghibli Park is a theme park in Nagakute, Aichi, Japan. It opened on 1 November 2022 and features attractions based on several of the movies produced by Studio Ghibli. - ADVANCE TICKET RESERVATION is NEEDED in the WEBSITE.
Ghibli Park
Port Nagoya Public Aquarium is a popular marine attraction showcasing diverse sea life, with exhibits featuring dolphins, orcas, and a variety of ocean habitats, located at Nagoya Port.
Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium
"Experience the Innovations That Drove Japan's Journey: From Textile to Automotive Technology!"
Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology
The Tokoname Pottery Path is a charming walking trail in Tokoname, Aichi Prefecture, renowned for its rich pottery-making history.
Tokoname Pottery Footpath
Learned about different type of tiles produced in Japan and the world
Tile Museum | INAX MUSEUMS - LIXIL文化活動 - LIVING CULTURE
Things to Eat
Hidden gems for food lovers: the grilled katsudon and roast pork here are seriously underrated—delicious, hearty, and all at a super reasonable price!
Pork Stand 3 PIG スリーピッグ 刈谷駅前店
Artist Ramen Store - full of ROCK little stuffs - and VERY YUMMY Tsukemen
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Where to Stay
I love the facilities and location, but the dinner options could be better. The breakfast, however, is great!