Kanayama Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
Nabana no Sato
Explore the great outdoors at Nabana no Sato, a lovely green space in Kuwana. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Activities
From Nagoya: Gujo, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go Day Tour
Shiragawa-go, Hida Takayama UNESCO Full-Day Tour from Nagoya
Cultural Heritage Tour Shirakawa Go and Takayama from Nagoya
Hida Takayama Shirakawa go and Old Town Day Tour From Nagoya
Kyoto tour: 3 Photogenic Sites from Nagoya with Lunch
Nagoya: Kamikochi Autumn Hiking & Photography Tour
Our pick of the best Kanayama Hotel Deals
ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Grand Court Nagoya by IHG
very nice hotel, staff is very polite. great location, 2 minute walk to kanayama station
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Nagoya Kanayama Hotel
very nice hotel, excellent breakfast, great restaurant for dinner, very nice staff, English friendly
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Toyoko Inn Nagoya Kanayama
Hotel JAL City Nagoya Nishiki
Loved the small details there, such as ring holder in the room, usb charger
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel Keihan Nagoya
Helpful staff, good amenities, tourist friendly area.
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Nikko Style Nagoya
clean spacious room. modern and stylish.
Reviewed on 17 May 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 Nagoya-Boston Museum of Fine Arts, 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 Sunshine Sakae or Matsuzakaya Museum 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.
