Atsuta-ku Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Atsuta-ku
Popular places to visit
Atsuta Jingu Shrine
Head to the outskirts of Nagoya to see one of Japan’s most sacred sites, a gorgeous Shinto monument in the most tranquil of settings.
Shirotori Garden
After visiting Shirotori Garden, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in 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.
Nagoya Castle
Originally just a castle town, Nagoya has grown to be one the largest cities in Japan. See where it all began at this impressive downtown attraction.
Port of Nagoya Aquarium
Take the children to visit the sea life who live at Port of Nagoya Aquarium during your trip to Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Osu Shopping District
During your visit to Nagoya, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Osu Shopping District. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Nagoya 1-Day Private Tour - Toyota Castle Osu and Atsuta Shrine
Guided Half-day Tour(AM) to Atsuta Shrine and Shirotori Garden in Nagoya
Ghibli Park 1-Day Bus Tour from Nagoya
From Nagoya: Gujo, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go Day Tour
From Nagoya: Samurai Swords and Japan Oldest Castle
Our pick of the best Atsuta-ku Hotel Deals
ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Grand Court Nagoya by IHG
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Prince Smart Inn Nagoya Sakae
Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025
Nagoya Tokyu Hotel
Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025
Nagoya Prince Hotel Sky Tower
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Mitsui Garden Hotel Nagoya Premier
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Hotel JAL City Nagoya Nishiki
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Other neighbourhoods around Atsuta-ku
Kanayama
The bars and spas are just a few things visitors like about Kanayama. Atsuta Jingu Shrine and Nagoya-Boston Museum of Fine Arts are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Nishi Takakura Station or Jingu Nishi Station to get around the larger area.
Osu
While you're in Osu, take in top sights like Osu Shopping District or Osu Kannon, 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, Midland Square or Winc Aichi are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Showa Ward
Get to know Showa Ward and its many features like its restaurants and museums. You might want to explore sights like Watanabe Kenichi Trick Art Museum and Nanzan Catholic Church, and you can jump on the metro at Kawana Station or Gokiso Station to get around the city.
Sakae
Shopping, hot springs and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Sakae. Make a stop by Sunshine Sakae or Matsuzakaya Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sakae Station or Yabacho Station to get around town.
- Atsuta Jingu Shrine
- LEGOLAND Japan
- Nagashima Spa Land
- Nagoya Castle
- Port of Nagoya Aquarium
- Osu Shopping District
- Nabana no Sato
- Ghibli Park
- Nagoya Station Tourist Information Center
- Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Garden
- Port of Nagoya
- Chubu Electric MIRAI TOWER
- Meiji-mura
- Aichi Expo Memorial Park
- Chukyo Racecourse
- Toyota Automobile Museum
- Nagoya City Science Museum