Kanayama Travel Guide
Nagoya
Visit Kanayama
Popular places to visit
Atsuta Jingu Shrine
Visit this ancient shrine to admire its beautiful architecture, discover ancient relics and enjoy a blissful escape in the surrounding park.
Atsuta-Jingu Treasure House
You can study the exhibits at Atsuta-Jingu Treasure House, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
LEGOLAND Japan
Have a fun-filled day at LEGOLAND Japan and see why this is a favourite theme park in Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Nagashima Spa Land
Enjoy the rides and games at Nagashima Spa Land and see why people love this theme park in Kuwana. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Ghibli Park
Bring your family to Ghibli Park and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Nagakute. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area.
Nagoya Castle
See weaponry, clothing and furniture in the treasure hall or roam the gardens to discover defense towers and cherry blossoms at Nagoya’s famous castle.
Things to do
From Nagoya: Gujo, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go Day Tour
Nagoya: Kamikochi Autumn Hiking & Photography Tour
Nagoya: Shirakawa-go & Hida Takayama Old Streets Day Tour
1-Day Tour from Nagoya: Hiking the Historic Nakasendo Trail
Shiragawa-go, Hida Takayama UNESCO Full-Day Tour from Nagoya
Top hotels in Kanayama
Nagoya Kanayama Hotel
"very nice hotel, excellent breakfast, great restaurant for dinner, very nice staff, English friendly"
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Grand Court Nagoya by IHG
"very nice hotel, staff is very polite. great location, 2 minute walk to kanayama station"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Toyoko Inn Nagoya Kanayama
Hotel JAL City Nagoya Nishiki
"Great hotel, very helpful staff members."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Nikko Style Nagoya
"Stayed for 2 days, Excellent room, staff and walkable from train station. Coffee/cafe in front of hotel added a nice mix to the hotel. Stayed with 2 children and was perfect"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Meitetsu Inn Nagoya Nishiki
"Overall, a good business hotel in a very convenient location with easy access to multiple subway lines, Nagoya Station, Nagoya Castle, Mirai Tower, and Oasis 21. I enjoyed the free breakfast with decent variety, welcome drinks, and thoughtful extras like free toiletries. My room was small but well ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Where to stay in Kanayama
Nagoya City Centre
Museums, hot springs and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Nagoya City Centre. Make a stop by Nagoya City Science Museum or Winc Aichi while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Fushimi Station or Marunouchi Station to get around town.
Sakae
Shopping, hot springs and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Sakae. Make a stop by Sunshine Sakae or Matsuzakaya Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sakae Station or Yabacho Station to get around town.
Meieki
While you're in Meieki, take in top sights like Midland Square or Winc Aichi, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Meitetsu Nagoya Station or Kokusai Center Station.
Centrair
Though Centrair may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Flight of Dreams and Aeon Mall Tokoname.
Naka Ward
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Naka Ward. Spend some time visiting top spots like Matsuzakaya Museum, and catch the metro at Yabacho Station or Sakae Station to see more of the area.
