Private Tour

Nagoya Private Tour – Nationally Licensed Guide & Private Car

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Discover the Soul of Nagoya on a Private Walking Tour

Step into the heart of Nagoya with a private, customized walking tour that blends history, spirituality, and local flavor. Explore iconic landmarks like Nagoya Castle, Spiritual Atsuta Shrine, and the lively Osu Shopping District, all at your own pace.

Travel in comfort with a nationally licensed guide who picks you up in a private car from Nagoya—making your journey smooth, safe, and personal from start to finish.

Few reviews here yet, but I have many 5-star reviews on other platforms—book with confidence!

Highlights:

・Explore Nagoya Castle’s Honmaru Palace and enjoy samurai photo opportunities.

・Experience Atsuta Shrine’s sacred aura and try the sword-lifting tradition.

・Stroll Osu’s lively streets filled with shops and savor local food for lunch.

・Trusted as a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter (Cert. No. EN00703).

・Comfortable travel with a private car and 10+ years professional driving.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Nagoya Castle

Nagoya Castle – Walk in the Shadow of Samurai Lords Begin your journey at Nagoya Castle, once the seat of the mighty Tokugawa clan. Explore the beautifully restored Honmaru Palace, a masterpiece of traditional Japanese architecture and craftsmanship. Pose for photos dressed as a samurai and feel the spirit of Japan’s warrior past come alive.

1 hour • Admission Not Included

Atsuta Shrine

Atsuta Shrine – Sacred Ground of the Divine Sword Just minutes away, enter a tranquil forest where silence holds centuries of reverence. Atsuta Shrine, home to the legendary Kusanagi-no-Tsurugi, is one of Japan’s Three Sacred Sites. Wander under towering cypress trees, listen to the hush of footsteps on gravel paths, and experience the spiritual calm firsthand. For a unique hands-on experience, try lifting a replica of the shrine’s giant sacred sword—a challenge that connects you physically to Japan’s myths and legends.

45 minutes • Admission Not Included

What‘s Included

Nationally Licensed English Speaking Guide

Nationally Licensed Domestic Travel Service Supervisor

Hotel Pickup and Drop-off

Customize the Itinerary

Certified Domestic Itinerary Manager (Quasi-National)

Nationally Licensed in Japanese History (Level 2 / 5)

Private Car with professional local driver

Personal expenses

Lunch

Baby seats

Tips (optional)

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

For groups of up to nine

Jumbo Vehicle
Pickup included

For groups of up to five

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

4 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Amazing Tour Guide For English Speaking Visitors!!!
zboytroy,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The other reviews are spot on! From the very beginning Yoshi-San was extremely easy to communicate with through email! His English spoken and written skills are amazing and it’s extremely easy to communicate with him! He studied in the US so he also has first hand experience with Americans, but you’re in Japan so behave and don’t embarrass him! Ha! Yoshi-San is extremely knowledgeable about Japanese history and current events! It was refreshing to hear his opinions about world issues and his perceptions. He is very open minded and easy to talk to. He catered our tour exactly to our liking and even changed it up to accommodate our last minute wishes. I would highly recommend Yoshi-San to any tourists wanting a private tour guide who is super friendly, in tune with other cultures, and has excellent English speaking skills! You will not be disappointed unless you’re impossible to please! And YES, tipping is recommended despite what you’ve been told. This is one of those cases where it’s ok. In Japan, it’s more polite to wrap the tip in a tissue or envelope to disguise the amount or the fact you’re handing him cash. So what you waiting for? Book Yoshi-San NOW!
Hands down one of the best tour guides ever
ssampson2009,,Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Yoshi is one of the best tour guides we’ve ever had and we are so glad we booked this private tour with him. He was great communicating about the tour logistics leading up and on tour day was so knowledgeable about Japanese history and the sites we visited. We especially loved getting to try a few different foods from Nagoya and his photography skills! Highly recommend Yoshi and his tours!
Fantastic tour guide.
Tony Y,,Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Yoshi was a very good guide. He was very knowledgeable about all the places we visited. Highly recommend his tour.
Amazing!
Nicole B,,Jul 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Yoshi was incredible, patient, suggested the route but also suited to our interests, gave explanations about the culture and customs. We love and recommend with our eyes closed.