Where to Go in Aichi


2018.07.24

NAVITIME TRAVEL EDITOR

Where to Go in Aichi

Located in the Honshu island of Japan, Aichi prefecture is an area with rich cultural heritage, scenic landscapes and modern art institutions. As it’s between Tokyo and Osaka, it’s an ideal place to stop and see a few sights when traveling from one city to the other.

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    Inuyama

    Inuyama

    Inuyama

    Inuyama features a magnificent 16th century castle built in the Sengoku period which overlooks the Kiso river and is one of the 12 original ones still left in Japan. Free tours by volunteer guides on the history and design of the building are available in English and Japanese. The panoramic views from the top are famous but visitors should be prepared for the steep climb that comes before. Inuyama castle is a little bit outside Nagoya but is surrounded by wonderful parks, cafes and shopping streets.

    Inuyama
    place
    Aichi Pref
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    Akabane Nishi Kaigan

    Akabane Nishi Kaigan

    Akabane Nishi Kaigan

    The West Shore Park in Akabane Nishi Kaigan is an ideal place for surfers and beach lovers. The clear stretches of sea and sand invite you to spread out your beach blanket and spend the day in the sun. There’s also a park right next to the beach for visitors that don’t feel like getting their feet wet. The West Shore Park is a great place to stargaze as its at a distance from any big cities and there’s no charge to spend the night.

    Akabane Nishi Kaigan
    place
    Aichi Tahara-shi Akabanecho Nishi
    phone
    0531233516
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    Minamichita

    Minamichita

    Minamichita

    Minamichita is an area right next to the sea with a number spots that attract both local and international tourists. The Beachland park is located here which is very popular with families with children. Beachland has an aquarium with dolphins, sea turtles and penguins in addition to a theme park with roller coaster rides. Visitors can also check out the Nomazaki Lighthouse, a very romantic spot and perfect to watch the sunset.

    Minamichita
    place
    Aichi Chita-gun Minamichitacho Shinojima Godo 41
    phone
    0569672037
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    Toyokawa

    Toyokawa

    Toyokawa

    The Inari Shrine in Toyokawa is considered one of the big three Inari shrines of Japan. The shrine is a medley of different architectural and religious influences, being dedicated to the Sodo sect of Buddhism and home to Inari Okami, the god of fertility and rice as well as the fox god, with literally thousands of red bibed stone foxes present on the precincts of the shrine. Besides the shrine, there’s a little market street just outside the grounds with charming little restaurants, cafes and shops where you can buy local specialities of fox shaped cookies and cakes.

    Inari Shrine
    place
    Aichi Toyokawa-shi Ejimacho
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    Okazaki

    Okazaki

    Okazaki

    Honda Tadatsugu House in Okazaki was built by the descendants of Honda Tadakatsu, a daimyo of the late Sengoku period and one of the four Heavenly Kings, fierce defenders of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first Shogun of Japan. Tadakatsu’s descendants built this family home in 1932 and is an excellent example of the Western building types influencing aesthetics in Japan. The building has Spanish, French and British influences on the exterior and interior spaces which are melded with local Japanese tastes. The house is open to the public and is an excellent stop for students of Japanese history.

    Former Residence of Honda Tadatsugu
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    4.0

    22 Reviews
    place
    Aichi Pref. Okazakishi Kakemachi Ashinobe 40-1
    phone
    0564235015
    opening-hour
    9:00-17:00(Last entry16:30)
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    Seto City

    Seto City

    Seto City

    The Kamagaki no Komichi is a delightful 400m long historical path with a museum located in Nakabora town within Seto city. It was once the main road of Nakabora and is lined with the retaining walls that use a traditional method of construction. The museum is located in the middle of the path and was originally built in the Meiji area (1868–1912). The building was originally a pottery studio and displays Meiji and Taisho era kiln tools, ceramics and bathrooms made with Hongyo tiles that popular in that period.

    Kamagaki no Komichi
    rating

    4.0

    29 Reviews
    place
    Aichi Pref. Setoshi Nakaborachou
    phone
    0561852730
    opening-hour
    [Kamagaki Path Museum] 11:00…
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    Seto Park Hotel

    11 Fukagawacho, Seto-shi Aichi

    Agoda
    • Seto Park Hotel
    • Seto Park Hotel
  • Kamagaki no Komichi
    rating

    4.0

    29 Reviews
    place
    Aichi Pref. Setoshi Nakaborachou
    phone
    0561852730
    opening-hour
    [Kamagaki Path Museum] 11:00…
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    Seto Park Hotel

    11 Fukagawacho, Seto-shi Aichi

    Agoda
    • Seto Park Hotel
    • Seto Park Hotel

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