Nagoya: Castle, Samurai History & Tokugawa Art Museum
Journey into Japan's samurai past! Visit Nagoya Castle's magnificent Honmaru Palace, explore Tokugawa Art Museum, and stroll feudal gardens.
Step back into the golden age of feudal Japan and discover the legacy of the Owari Tokugawa family, one of the most powerful samurai clans in Japanese history. This 3.5-hour tour offers an immersive cultural journey through Nagoya’s premier historical landmarks.
Begin your tour at Nagoya Castle, built under the orders of Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. Explore the majestic castle grounds and step inside the meticulously restored Honmaru Goten Palace. Marvel at its gold-leaf sliding doors, intricate wood carvings, and exquisite Edo-period architectural craftsmanship.
Next, take a short bus ride with your guide to the world-renowned Tokugawa Art Museum. Home to thousands of preserved samurai heirlooms, inspect authentic daimyo armor, katana swords, tea ceremony utensils, and rare historical treasures passed down through generations.
End your walk with a peaceful stroll through Tokugawa-en, a stunning Japanese landscape garden featuring a central pond, cascading waterfalls, and seasonal flora that once served as a feudal lord’s private retreat.