What to do and see in Aichi Prefecture, Chubu: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks

May 22, 2021 Matilde Konrad

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. The Museum Meijimura

1 Uchiyama, Inuyama 484-0000 Aichi Prefecture +81 568-67-0314 http://www.meijimura.com/
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4.5 based on 494 reviews

The Museum Meijimura

Beautifully located on a hillside facing Lake Iruka, it occupies an area of 1,000,000m2, where currently over sixty Meiji buildings have been brought and rebuilt. On display inside the buildings are furniture and other items of interst, objects of reference related to the respective buildings, and temporary exhibitions of historic materials as occasions call. The Meiji-mura offers the Japanese people a place of social education, where they can discover and have first-hand contact with the form and spirit of the Meiji period. We also believe that the Meiji-mura, as an evidence of East-West cultural exchange, can be helpful to enhance mutual understanding between the peoples of Japan and other countries of the world.

Reviewed By Lextrike - Manila, Philippines

The museum can be reach by taking a bus from Inuyama Station. The bus from the station to the museum takes about 20 to 30 minutes, depending on the traffic. This is the last stop of the line. From there, you'll be needing to pay for the entrance fee in order to go inside the large open museum! You can try discount tickets/ promos Meitetsu is offering. The open area is composed of different establishment during the Meiji period comprising of schools, churches, offices, shops, and even real life stream trains. When you are inside, you can really feel the industrial era of Japan! Be sure to allocate a lot of time if you wanted to really appreciate all the structures inside.

3. 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

4. Kawatsu Cherry Blossom Avenue (Shinshiro)

Nagashino, Shinshiro 441-1634 Aichi Prefecture http://www.net-plaza.org/KANKO/shinshiro/hana/kawazuzakura/index.html
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Kawatsu Cherry Blossom Avenue (Shinshiro)

5. Yamazaki River

Nagoya Aichi Prefecture http://www.city.nagoya.jp/mizuho/category/113-7-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0.html
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4.5 based on 203 reviews

Yamazaki River

Reviewed By Emily2018_G_Scott - Sydney, Australia

This is by far the most romantic cherry blossom spot that you can find during the season. This is a university town in a quiet suburbs, you will see children and old folks enjoying the walk along the river where both sides of the banks are dotted with beautiful cherry blossoms. There’s park benches, steps, Japanese wooden bridge surrounding the area, good place to soak in the spring air and photograph the graceful flowers.

6. Yotsuya no Semmaida

230 Yotsuya, Shinshiro 441-1942 Aichi Prefecture http://www.city.shinshiro.lg.jp/index.cfm/8,46205,149,722,html
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4.5 based on 28 reviews

Yotsuya no Semmaida

7. 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.

8. The Little World Museum of Man

90-48 Imai Narisawa, Inuyama 484-0005 Aichi Prefecture +81 568-62-5611 http://www.littleworld.jp/
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4.0 based on 310 reviews

The Little World Museum of Man

Little world is themepark. you can see 22 countries house. japan, Korea, Taiwan, Indonesia, Gemany and Frence etc.. aslo you can eat foods and buy foods, accessories. somtimes small circus troupe come to little world on weekends. you can enjoy in little world for all day. I went to there often, when i was student. many students come to there by school trip.

9. Cape Irago

Iragocho, Tahara 441-3624 Aichi Prefecture +81 531-23-3516 http://www.taharakankou.gr.jp/spot/000008.html
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4.0 based on 167 reviews

Cape Irago

10. 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

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