Half-Day Inuyama Castle and Town Tour with Guide

Overview

Available languages

English

6 hours

Mobile ticket

Take a trip to the outskirts of Nagoya and see Inuyama Castle, one of Japan's five castles with National Treasure structures, along with a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter.

Customers on this tour will use public transportation and learn more about the history, culture, and way of life of the local people. As this is a half-day tour, it is recommended for those staying in Nagoya for sightseeing or business trips, and those who plan on going to Takayama, Kyoto, Tokyo, or other places after the tour.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Round-trip transportation expenses

All Fees and Taxes

English Speaking Guide

Inuyama Castle admission

Transportation expenses to the meeting location

Food & Drink

What To Expect

Inuyama Castle

This castle was constructed in 1537 and survived throughout wartime to become one of the country's five castles designated as a National Treasure. The castle keep is built in the borogata, or lookout tower, style and has four-story-keep three-roof construction with two underground levels. It is the oldest castle of this style in Japan. Sanko Inari Shrine is a historical shrine located at the base of the castle hill. There are many popular photo spots here. Taking some pictures at the tunnel of red torii gates, the symbol of the shrine, is recommended.

4 hours • Admission Included

Inuyama Jokamachi

Enjoy strolling around the town freely. The layout of this historical town was determined during the building of Inuyama Castle and these districts remain unchanged even today. With the samurai district surrounding the townspeople district, this layout was designed to protect the castle as well. There are rows of shops selling dango dumplings, tofu dengaku (grilled tofu dressed with sweet miso paste), and goheimochi (rice cake), as well as art galleries and miscellaneous goods shops. On weekends, an area where visitors can experience throwing ninja shuriken (throwing stars) is opened. Those who wish may visit the Karakuri Exhibition Room or the Donden-Kan where Inuyama Festival can be experienced year-round.

2 hours • Admission Included

Options

Half-Day Inuyama Castle and Town Tour with Guide

Private Tour

Private Tour : Conduct the same itinerary as a private tour exclusively for your group.

Reviews

4.33

6 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Highly recommend
kathyf389,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a fantastic day we had to the Inuyama Castle, with the added amazing viewing of the history of puppetry at the museum. Our guide Yama-san was excellent!! His enthusiasm and knowledge was so appreciated, and his guidance at lunch made for a beautiful meal! Thank you Yama-son … you made the day special!
Grateful for your knowledge, kindness, and making our trip unforgettable.
Angelo C,
Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We are deeply grateful for your guidance, patience, and dedication throughout our journey. Your knowledge brought each place to life, turning simple sights into unforgettable stories. You went above and beyond to ensure our comfort, safety, and enjoyment, anticipating our needs before we even voiced them. Your passion for sharing your expertise was contagious, inspiring us to see the world with fresh eyes. Thank you for your kindness, humor, and warmth, which made every moment feel special. This experience would not have been the same without you, and we will cherish these memories for years to come.
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paolosbg,
May 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
I wasn't thrilled. castle redone completely empty you have to take your shoes off but the employees wear them no reduction for foreign elderly or handicapped
Excellent Castle tour!
Phillip L,
Mar 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Do you want to see inside an historic castle keep with massive supporting timbers and climb up the four stories to see a spectacular view of the Kiso River and Inuyama town? Then the Half-day Inuyama Castle and Town tour with Akiko-san is exactly the tour for you. Akiko-san was extremely well prepared from start to finish. She helped us understand the history of Inuyama Castle and some of the different ways the samurai would fight off invaders. We had a leisurely stroll of Inuyama Jokamachi, ate some lunch and decided we needed to find a Japanese sweet shop for dessert. Akiko-san took us a couple of blocks off the beaten path to find us a small quaint sweet shop. Our Half-Day Inuyama Castle and Town Tour with Akiko-san was so much fun and entertaining. Akiko-san ‘s English was excellent and her knowledge of the area was so interesting. We would highly recommend taking this tour with Akiko-san ! She was a wonderful guide.
Sakura Season, Touring Nagoya
GregJSLow,
Mar 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Satomi-san is an excellent tour guide - extremely friendly and accommodating, explaining everything in easy-to-understand details and helped my dad and I take pictures, and recommended us an amazing restaurant to eat at. She’s very knowledgeable in the history and cultures of Japan and has an excellent grasp of the English language, so don’t worry about language barriers unless your main language isn’t English.
Perfect guide for Inuyama
naflannery,
Jul 13, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Yuki Ichikawa was an excellent tour guide! Her expertise in the culture and history of Inuyama was perfect for our needs. We explored Inuyama Castle, the Karakuri puppet museum, and the festival float museum. she took us to an adorable little dango shop as well as a local restaurant where we ate some fantastic Kishimen noodle soup. My wife and I highly recommend Tourism Designers, and especially Mrs. Ichikawa.