Nagoya Castle 名古屋城

Checked October 2026 · next check January 2027 · On our list

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Visiting Nagoya Castle today

  • What it is: The castle of the Owari Tokugawa lords, with golden shachihoko on its roofs. The rebuilt Honmaru Palace shows lavish painted screens; the concrete main keep is closed for seismic reasons.
  • Getting there: Subway Meijo Line to Nagoya-jo Station, Exit 7, then about 5 minutes on foot.
  • Hours: 9:00–16:30; last entry to Honmaru Palace 16:00. Closed 29 December–1 January.
  • Admission: ¥1,000 adults from 1 October 2026 (was ¥500).
  • Tip: Allow time for the Honmaru Palace, the main sight while the keep is closed.
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Cherry blossoms late March to early April

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Nagoya Castle on Shibuya246

We haven't been yet, so there are no photos here. The notes above come from official sources and are checked every quarter. Our own photos and story will appear here after we visit.