Kanayama Travel Guide
Nagoya
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.
Nabana no Sato
Explore the great outdoors at Nabana no Sato, a lovely green space in Kuwana. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
Port Messe Nagoya
Learn about the events happening in Port Messe Nagoya during your trip to Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
From Nagoya: Gujo, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go Day Tour
Shiragawa-go, Hida Takayama UNESCO Full-Day Tour from Nagoya
From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Pork Shabu-Shabu Lunch
From Nagoya: Samurai Swords & Inuyama Castle
Nagoya to Takayama & Shirakawa World Heritage English Guide
From Nagoya: Eihoji, Enakyo, Magomejuku & Tsumagojuku Day Tour
Top hotels in Kanayama
ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Grand Court Nagoya by IHG
I did not eat breakfast at the hotel. There are few different house keeping teams cleaning my level 20. Some are very detailed while others are manageable. Shopping- shuttle bus service to Aeon Shopping mall outside STARBUCK area. Many eateries around the hotel. Kanayama Station is 4 mins walk from ...
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Nagoya Kanayama Hotel
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Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Toyoko Inn Nagoya Kanayama
overall great experience on our stay. no complay
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Nikko Style Nagoya
Food at the restaurant was incredible. Was about a 10 minute walk for me from the Nagoya train station. Room was large and modern. Would recommend.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Nagoya JR Gate Tower Hotel
Extremely convenient location Plenty of restaurants just a few floors below
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
HOTEL ERENOA
Very nice hot bath on top floor
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kanayama
Atsuta-ku
Get to know Atsuta-ku and its many features like its bars and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Nagoya Congress Center and Atsuta-Jingu Treasure House, and you can jump on the metro at Jingu Nishi Station or Nishi Takakura Station to get around the city.
Osu
While you're in Osu, take in top sights like Osu Shopping District or Ran no Yakata, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Osu Kannon Station or Kamimaezu Station.
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.
Sasashimacho
Some popular features of Sasashimacho include its restaurants and shopping. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Midland Square or Winc Aichi are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Sakae
Shopping, hot springs and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Sakae. Make a stop by Mitsukoshi or Sunshine Sakae while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sakae Station or Yabacho Station to get around town.
Nishiki
Hot springs, coffee shops and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Nishiki. Sights like Sunshine Sakae and Sakura Avenue Lind with Ginkgo Tree are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Nagoya area at Fushimi Station.
