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Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium
No. 4 of Best Things to Do in Tokai region

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North hall: A 3.5-billion-year journey Animals return to the ocean Approximately 3.5 billion years ago, single-celled organisms emerged in the oceans, becoming the earliest life forms on Earth. Countless species evolved along their own paths, with some migrating to land and evolving into giant dinosaurs that once dominated the terrestrial realm. However, they eventually became extinct. Later, mammals dominated the land. Around 50 million years ago, some mammals returned to the ocean, their natural habitat. These animals evolved into modern whales. To adapt to underwater life, they developed streamlined bodies, forming the graceful shapes we see today. This exhibition will chronologically guide visitors into the world of cetaceans. These marine creatures have adapted to underwater life, developing remarkable intelligence, and are said to hold a terrestrial status comparable to humans. South hall: Journey to Antarctica Global journey, encountering diverse life across the five oceans The vast ocean covers approx. 70% of the earth's surface, featuring diverse temperatures and climates that enable organisms to adapt to various environments and continuously evolve. In the south pavilion, you can retrace the route of the Antarctic research vessel "Fuji" docked at Nagoya port garden pier, and observe creatures living in different water zones including the "Sea of Japan", "Deep sea exhibition hall", "Equatorial waters", "Australian waters", and "Antarctic waters". Let's embark on an Antarctic journey and observe the ecosystems of creatures living in different waters up close.Nagoya · 10.4 km from downtown
Nagoya Castle
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Nagoya Castle

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Nagoya Castlewas built by order of Tokugawa Ieyasu and was once the residence of the Owari Tokugawa clan. It is often cited alongside Osaka Castle and Kumamoto Castle as one of Japan's three most famous castles. At both ends of the main keep's roof ridge sit a pair of male and female golden shachihoko (mythical tiger-headed carp); these golden ornaments shine brilliantly in the sunlight, and their majestic appearance remains a highly recognizable symbol of the city. The core attraction within the castle is the restored Honmaru Palace. This complex, which once served as the residence and administrative office for the feudal lord, was rebuilt based on primary historical sources, with halls such as the Omote Shoin and Jorakuden laid out in sequence, and exquisite wall paintings and gold-leaf decorations recreating the grandeur of the samurai shoin-zukuri style. Outside the palace, the three corner turrets—southwest, southeast, and northwest—are historical structures that have survived to this day, and you can still identify the markings of various feudal lords on the massive stones of the stone walls, while Ni-no-maru Garden is known for its waterfall rock arrangements and stone bridges. In terms of the experience, the park is planted with nearly 1,000 cherry trees, and when they bloom in spring, the main keep and the cherry blossoms can be captured in the same frame. The plaza often hosts live performances and interactive experiences by Sengoku warrior groups and ninja squads, providing visitors with a rich array of historical architecture viewing and cultural activities.Nagoya · 711m from downtown
UNKO MUSEUM NAGOYA
No. 5 of Family-friendly Attractions in Aichi Prefecture

UNKO MUSEUM NAGOYA

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Schedule: October 1 (Thu) to November 16 (Mon), 2026 Venue: UNKO MUSEUM TOKYO · UNKO MUSEUM NAGOYA · UNKO MUSEUM Okinawa ※This event will not be held at UNKO MUSEUM YOKOHAMA BAY. At this event, the new creatures born at the UNKO MUSEUM, the "UNKO animals," will be accompanied by music To enjoy the autumn, we will form the "Big poop band." It features poop animals playing instruments and Let's all get excited together by shouting "Poop!" and getting into the "poop rhythm" Plus, limited-edition "Autumn Big Poop Band 2026" merchandise will be available. This autumn, find your favorite poop animal with someone special and enjoy the "Big poop band" Let's see. Look at, touch, take pictures of, and play with poop. A one-of-a-kind entertainment space where everyone can fall in love with the adorable world of poop. That is the UNKO MUSEUM. The Nagoya venue is the second permanent venue following Tokyo. "Senbon unko," guided by glowing poop, and "Holy unko," which accumulates poop energy, are special contents exclusive to the Nagoya venue, prepared to attract tremendous luck. Also, "Ungo Neon" features a special Nagoya-exclusive design. In addition, The park is packed with content that lets you immerse yourself in the cute world of poop, such as "MY UNKO MAKER" where you sit on a colorful toilet and produce poop, "UNKO VOLCANO" where poop erupts, and "Throw the poop" which offers a refreshing sense of satisfaction. Why not invite your family, friends, loved ones, or other important people to create unforgettable memories at UNKO MUSEUM NAGOYA? [My unko maker] Sit on a colorful toilet and create "my poop" as you explore the poop museum together. It's also a place to wash away your preconceptions about poop before entering. [Unko volcano (Nagoya)] A giant poop volcano that accumulates poop energy from around the world. As a special feature exclusive to Nagoya, six glowing pillars called "Holy unko" tower over it, storing even greater energy. A countdown periodically begins, and when it reaches zero, a massive eruption of poop bursts forth with tremendous force! The entire venue becomes one. [Poop shout] This is content that lets you shout "Poop!" at the top of your lungs. Depending on how loud you yell, various sizes of poop will appear on the screen. Aim for a super huge poop by shouting as loud as you can. [Throw poop] This is content that lets you throw poop at a wall for a refreshing sense of satisfaction. You can enjoy stages like "Poop wall breaker" where you destroy walls with poop and "Poop flower bloomer" where you make flowers bloom with poop. [Poop animal derby] With their plump three-tiered bodies, fluffy fur, and poofy tails, these "poop animals" engage in thrilling races. Find your favorite and cheer them on!Nagoya · 8.4 km from downtown

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Nagoya 2-day attraction pass | Visit Nagoya Castle, Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium and other attractions
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Nagoya Kanigin - Snow Crab (M-Size) & Red Snow Crab All-You-Can-Eat Course! <63 Items Total>
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All-You-Can-Eat Crab Package! <63 Items> - Nagoya Crab Gin
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[Sapporo Kanikan Nagoya] Delicious Crab Package - Choose One of Three Dining Vouchers
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Kanisabumi Nagoya Sakae: All-you-can-eat king crab and snow crab package
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Shirakawa-go & Hida Takayama 1-Day Tour | UNESCO Heritage Village & Shirakawa-go Observation Deck
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[Guaranteed Departure] 1-Day Tour to Hida Takayama & Shirakawa-go (Hida Beef Lunch Optional)
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Nagoya Shirakawa-go + Hida Takayama 1-day tour | Miyagawa morning market · Shirakawa-go observation deck
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Hida Takayama & Shirakawa-go Day Tour from Nagoya | Optional Winter Light-Up
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Kamikōchi Hiking 1-Day Tour|Azusa River Hidden Gem: Myojin Pond Mountain Pilgrimage [Round-trip from Nagoya]
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Nagoya Hida Takayama + Shirakawa-go gassho village 1-day tour, world cultural heritage
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1-person group guaranteed departure: Kokeizan Eihoji Temple, Japan + Korankei gorge + Shikizakura 1-day tour | Nagoya round-trip
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Nagoya 1-day tour to Kokkeizan Eihouji Temple + Korankei gorge + Obara Shikizakura, autumn limited route
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Anonymous userNovember 2, 2026
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Bought the tickets in trip.com so we don’t have to line up. Very easy to use and bought at a cheaper price as well.

Legoland Japan Resort

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_TI***50November 2, 2026
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The Aquarium is a great place for avid sea lovers- we especially loved the dolphin’s performance. The South building really surprised us with the turtles and the penguins especially . It was great to see the way the aquarium was build around the environments where the animals reside in the wild ( such as the coral reef sections).

Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium

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Anonymous userAugust 14, 2026
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i am an indonesian living in nagoya.this is my first time visiting the sky promenade in the summer.

Sky Promenade

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Maksim AvdeevMay 28, 2025
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There is a wonderful zoo, a large number of animals and beautiful recreation areas, as well as a beautiful observation deck on the territory of the park, which allows you to see the city center from the other side.

Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens

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_TI***rnSeptember 13, 2026
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The stay was an absolute delight. Everyone's smiles were like a gentle spring breeze, and the feeling of being respected was evident in every detail. The room was clean and comfortable, the accommodations were convenient, and the value for money far exceeded my expectations.

Nagoya Castle

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cosco9999August 1, 2026
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I admire the Japanese creativity; it's indeed quite interesting. It's located inside the Lalaport shopping mall, but a bit hard to find. It's actually more suitable for younger children, but adults with a childlike spirit will also find it appealing—a great place to relieve stress.

UNKO MUSEUM NAGOYA

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就叫漢堡吧November 3, 2024
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Atsuta Jingu is a very famous shrine in Nagoya, with a long history and rich cultural atmosphere. The entire shrine is located in a dense forest, and walking through it feels like being in the tranquility of nature. The main hall is solemn and majestic, and many tourists and locals come to worship and pray, especially during the New Year or important festivals. The shrine enshrines the Kusanagi sword, one of the three major artifacts of Japan, so it has important religious significance. There are also beautiful ponds, torii and ancient trees in the courtyard, which are very suitable for taking pictures. This is a great place to experience Japan's traditional culture and beautiful nature, and it is worth savoring.

Atsuta-jingu Shrine

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Ann in JapanJanuary 8, 2026
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Hakugei was a thrill and great was able to experience but not for the faint of heart 😆Family bonding and people who love adventure can stay for the whole day to enjoy. If in Nagoya, definitely a must see.

Nagashima Spa Land

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猩猩知倪心October 14, 2024
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Come and pay homage to the history of the industrial giant Toyota. Although they started in the textile industry, they accidentally created the legend of the automobile manufacturing industry later, and now they still dominate the global automobile production and sales. From the exhibition route and introduction, we can also see the extreme pursuit of details by the Japanese. There is also a small restaurant in the museum that provides simple meals, and even the pre-made dishes taste good.

Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology

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You can give Nagoya 2-day attraction pass | Visit Nagoya Castle, Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium and other attractions and Nagoya Kanigin - Snow Crab (M-Size) & Red Snow Crab All-You-Can-Eat Course! <63 Items Total> a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Shirakawa-go & Hida Takayama 1-Day Tour | UNESCO Heritage Village & Shirakawa-go Observation Deck, [Guaranteed Departure] 1-Day Tour to Hida Takayama & Shirakawa-go (Hida Beef Lunch Optional), and Nagoya Shirakawa-go + Hida Takayama 1-day tour | Miyagawa morning market · Shirakawa-go observation deck. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of November 5, 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Nagoya is around PLN 138.4 – PLN 253.91. Rates vary by duration, group size, transportation, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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