Things to do in Aichi Prefecture, Chubu: The Best Historic Sites

May 22, 2021 Carley Gatson

Aichi Prefecture (愛知県, Aichi-ken) is a prefecture of Japan located in the Chūbu region. The region of Aichi is also known as the Tōkai region. The capital is Nagoya. It is the focus of the Chūkyō Metropolitan Area.
Restaurants in Aichi Prefecture

1. Inuyama Castle

65-2 Inuyama Kitakoken, Inuyama 484-0082 Aichi Prefecture +81 568-61-1711 http://inuyama-castle.jp/
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4.5 based on 1,034 reviews

Inuyama Castle

Reviewed By 661vincet - Makati, Philippines

We visited Inuyama Castle last year. While it is currently undergoing renovations (for the next few months it seems), I decided to share our experiences for readers thinking about adding it to their future trips. And, yes, Inuyama Castle, one of the few original Japanese castles designated as a National Treasure, is definitely worth the visit! It is quite a lovely sight up on the hill. Entering the main keep of wood and stone was a memorable experience that provided insights on the castle's function in Japan's past. The climb around the keep's floors, and up to the very top provided a great view of the castle compound, Kiso River, the city and the mountains in the distance. With the assistance provided by the wonderful local volunteer guides (English was available during our visit, check for their availability at the ticket gate) we certainly got to appreciate this castle all the more.

2. Konrenji Temple Midado

1 Hichidogaeri, Kirachoaiba, Nishio 444-0523 Aichi Prefecture +81 563-32-2063 http://www.240kanko.com/?p=238
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4.5 based on 13 reviews

Konrenji Temple Midado

3. Nagoya Castle Hommarugoten

1-1 Hommaru, Naka, Nagoya 460-0031 Aichi Prefecture +81 52-231-1700 http://www.nagoyajo.city.nagoya.jp/guide/honmarugoten/
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4.5 based on 354 reviews

Nagoya Castle Hommarugoten

Reviewed By paddy_snaps_travel

Just the effort that goes into keeping alive the look and feel of hundreds of year old lifestyle is amazing. Definitely worth spending time enjoying art and architecture of past

4. Nagoya Castle

1-1 Honmaru, Naka, Nagoya 460-0031 Aichi Prefecture +81 52-231-1700 http://www.nagoyajo.city.nagoya.jp/
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4.0 based on 3,517 reviews

Nagoya Castle

Nagoya Omotenashi Bushotai is comprised of 6 bushos (army generals) and 4 jingasa soldiers. The 6 bushos are; Nobunaga Oda, Hideyoshi Toyotomi, Ieyasu Tokugawa, Toshiie Maeda, Kiyomasa Kato, and Keiji Maeda. Nagoya Omotenashi Bushotai members talk and act as the “real” historical figures. They are featured in various TV shows. They also entertain visitors at the Nagoya Castle.

Reviewed By spouseyy - Lancashire, United Kingdom

What a magnificent castle! Only ¥500 entry and there is so much to see. The immaculately kept Hommarugoten, where guests would be greeted on arrival, is fascinating and the grounds are also very well kept.

5. Handa Canal Kuranomachi

Nakamuracho, Handa 475-0873 Aichi Prefecture +81 569-21-3111 http://www.aichi-now.jp/spots/detail/1020/
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4.0 based on 64 reviews

Handa Canal Kuranomachi

6. Handa Red Brick Building

8 Enokishitacho, Handa 475-0867 Aichi Prefecture +81 569-24-7031 https://handa-akarenga-tatemono.jp/
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4.0 based on 81 reviews

Handa Red Brick Building

7. Kiyosu Castle

1-1 Shiroyashiki, Asahi, Kiyosu 452-0932 Aichi Prefecture +81 52-409-7330 http://www.city.kiyosu.aichi.jp/shisetsu_annai/kanko_shisetsu_sonota/kiyosujo.html
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4.0 based on 148 reviews

Kiyosu Castle

8. Okazaki Castle

561 Koseicho, Okazaki 444-0052 Aichi Prefecture +81 564-22-2122 http://okazaki-kanko.jp
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4.0 based on 331 reviews

Okazaki Castle

9. Asukeno Machinami

Asukecho, Toyota 444-2424 Aichi Prefecture http://asuke.info/judenken/
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4.0 based on 66 reviews

Asukeno Machinami

10. Okutonojinya

10 Zoyage Okutonocho, Okazaki 444-2108 Aichi Prefecture +81 564-45-7230 http://www.city.okazaki.lg.jp/1100/1184/1170/p005323.html
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4.0 based on 39 reviews

Okutonojinya

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