The moment you walk in, you’re greeted by a beautiful garden. No matter where you wander, it’s picturesque, and every view makes you want to stop and take it in for a while. It’s the kind of place you don’t want to leave.
Ritsurin Garden | Review by 周黛西
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Chunichi Building
Chunichi Building, which opened in April 2024, is a mixed-use complex in the Sakae area of Nagoya. From B1F to 5F, it offers a wide variety of shops, including restaurants, cafes, general goods stores, and local product shops, and its greatest appeal is that visitors can enjoy food, shopping, and sightseeing all in one place. Directly connected to the underground mall and easy to access, it is also conveniently located as a base for sightseeing.
Drawn in by the “Art Aquarium Exhibition Nagoya 2026” poster at the entrance of the Chunichi Building, I went inside and bought a ticket to see the exhibition combining goldfish, aquarium art, lighting, music, fragrances, and more. It was eye-opening.
After leaving the exhibition, I went up to the observation deck on the 7th floor. I didn’t expect to find such a great view overlooking downtown Sakae and the city streets. Those who aren’t afraid of heights might want to get a little closer to the parapet for a bird’s-eye view.
The building has well-known outdoor brand stores and popular home goods shops, as well as all kinds of restaurants on B1. Before heading home, I walked around, did some shopping, and had a cup of Blue Bottle Coffee, bringing my summer 2026 trip to Japan to a perfect close. -
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Hisaya-odori Park
Hisaya-odori Park is a long, linear urban park located along Hisaya-odori Avenue, recognized as one of Japan's "100 Best Roads." Combining parkland with commercial amenities, visitors can enjoy shopping and dining amidst lush greenery.
A major city needs a park that can breathe, and Hisaya-odori Park in Nagoya not only has trees but also green spaces. The fountain and TV tower also make you want to stop and take them in.
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Nagoya Tokyu Hotel
An elegant hotel with European taste and space. The hotel meets a variety of accommodation needs, from standard rooms that are simple yet wonderfully comfortable to various suites that combine European taste with modern essence.
After finishing our trip to Nanki, we stopped in Nagoya and stayed at the Nagoya Tokyu Hotel in the city center. The European-style lobby has an impressive atmosphere, and the hotel also has restaurants, a piano bar, and several boutiques. For breakfast, you can choose between the buffet on the first floor or Japanese cuisine on the second floor. There is a 24-hour drugstore right next to the hotel. Walk about 5 minutes in the opposite direction and you’ll reach department stores, shopping centers, and underground malls. There are also many restaurants, fast-food places, and convenience stores along the way, making it easy to dine or shop. Overall, it was a very comfortable and convenient stay.
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