Inuyama Castle & Castle Town Full Day Tour from Nagoya

Departing from Nagoya
Inuyama Castle

Visit Inuyama Castle, one of Japan’s only five National Treasure castles, and explore its historic wooden keep.

  • Walk through the atmospheric castle town, lined with traditional wooden buildings and charming local shops.
  • Discover the artistry of Inuyama’s famous festival floats and mechanical karakuri puppets at the Donden-Kan and Karakuri Exhibition Room.
  • Immerse yourself in the craftsmanship that laid the foundation for Central Japan’s modern manufacturing industry.
  • Experience local life firsthand by traveling via public transportation with an expert English-speaking guide.

What to expect

Discover history and craftsmanship in Inuyama, home to one of Japan’s last original castles and a town alive with festival traditions.

Start at Inuyama Castle, a National Treasure and one of only 12 surviving wooden castles. From its hilltop perch, enjoy panoramic views of the Kiso River and learn about samurai-era life.

Then stroll the castle town with preserved machiya houses, teahouses, and historic streets. Visit the Karakuri Exhibition Room and Donden-Kan to see the intricate floats and puppets of the annual Inuyama Festival, one of Japan’s most spectacular parades.

With a licensed English-speaking guide, experience the heritage and traditions of Central Japan in a compact cultural journey.

View from the tower of Inuyama Castle
View from the tower of Inuyama Castle
Inside the tower of Inuyama Castle
Inside the tower of Inuyama Castle
Inuyama Castle with cherry blossoms
Inuyama Castle with cherry blossoms
Strolling through Inuyama Castle Town
Strolling through Inuyama Castle Town
Climbing path to Inuyama Castle with autumn leaves
Climbing path to Inuyama Castle with autumn leaves
Festival floats on display at the Dondenkan Museum
Festival floats on display at the Dondenkan Museum
Heart-shaped ema (votive plaques) at Sanko Inari Shrine
Heart-shaped ema (votive plaques) at Sanko Inari Shrine

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