Kanayama Travel Guide
Nagoya
Popular places to visit
Atsuta Jingu Shrine
Visit this ancient shrine to admire its beautiful architecture, discover ancient relics and enjoy a blissful escape in the surrounding park.
Atsuta-Jingu Treasure House
You can study the exhibits at Atsuta-Jingu Treasure House, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
LEGOLAND Japan
Have a fun-filled day at LEGOLAND Japan and see why this is a favourite theme park in Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Nagashima Spa Land
Enjoy the rides and games at Nagashima Spa Land and see why people love this theme park in Kuwana. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Vantelin Dome Nagoya
Catch an event at Vantelin Dome Nagoya during your trip to Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Nagoya Castle
See weaponry, clothing and furniture in the treasure hall or roam the gardens to discover defense towers and cherry blossoms at Nagoya’s famous castle.
Things to do
From Nagoya: Enakyo, Magome-juku & Tsumago-juku 1Day Bus Tour
From Nagoya: Gujo, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go Day Tour
Shiragawa-go, Hida Takayama UNESCO Full-Day Tour from Nagoya
From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Pork Shabu-Shabu Lunch
Top hotels in Kanayama
ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Grand Court Nagoya by IHG
Welcome drink program was excellent
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Nagoya Kanayama Hotel
Arrived in the evening for check-in; staff was very kind and attentive, knowing enough English to help English speaking guests. The room itself had some wear and tear, but overall was clean. The onsen bathhouse was simple, but very nice and relaxing. Right across from the train staton, which is really ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Toyoko Inn Nagoya Kanayama
Japan is busy these days with many travellers. Please keep being smiley despite the busy situation. We always appreciate it! Thank you!
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
HOTEL LiVEMAX Nagoya Kanayama
Had property stolen when staff entered the room
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Hotel JAL City Nagoya Nishiki
Nice and comfortable room
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Nikko Style Nagoya
I absolutely loved this hotel. The room is spacious clean and very nice. The best thing though is the staff and service. My boyfriend got sick during the trip and the staff was beyond helpful trying to help contact hospital, book reservations and even providing water, cold packs and more. They were ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kanayama
Atsuta-ku
Get to know Atsuta-ku and its many features like its bars and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Nagoya Congress Center and Atsuta-Jingu Treasure House, and you can jump on the metro at Jingu Nishi Station or Nishi Takakura Station to get around the city.
Osu
While you're in Osu, take in top sights like Osu Shopping District or Ran no Yakata, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Osu Kannon Station or Kamimaezu Station.
Naka Ward
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Naka Ward. Spend some time visiting top spots like Matsuzakaya Museum, and catch the metro at Yabacho Station or Sakae Station to see more of the area.
Sasashimacho
Some popular features of Sasashimacho include its restaurants and shopping. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Mode Gakuen Spiral Towers or Midland Square are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Sakae
Shopping, hot springs and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Sakae. Make a stop by Mitsukoshi or Sunshine Sakae while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sakae Station or Yabacho Station to get around town.
Nishiki
Hot springs, coffee shops and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Nishiki. Sights like Sunshine Sakae and Sakura Avenue Lind with Ginkgo Tree are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Nagoya area at Fushimi Station.
