One of my absolute favorite Japanese dishes is Mazesoba. It may have the title of “Taiwanese Ramen”, but it was, in fact, invented right here in Nagoya and has become a Nagoyan speciality. In 2008, mazesoba was born in a humble shop named “Menya Hanabi”. The story goes that the shop owner was trying to … More History Series: The Magic of Mazesoba
Written and produced by Nagoya native Mikiyasu Kato, LOVERS’ NAGOYA is a new zine showcasing the hidden gems of Nagoya, with a focus on “the Nagoya that is our daily lives, not a tourist attraction”. The zine also supports local businesses and creatives across the greater Nagoya community. The first issue is currently available in … More LOVERS’ NAGOYA Zine
Call me strange, but I find strolling around a greengrocer cathartic, taking in all the unusual and exotic produce that I will most definitely buy now and google later. It’s easy to default to shopping at your closest MaxValue or Aeon out of convenience, but taking the time to discover a local grocer or small … More Navigating Nagoya: Groceries
Tomica Expo Nagoya December 13–22 Open 10 am–4 pm (9:30 am–4 pm on Saturdays) Admission ¥1,200 (discounts are available for children of elementary school age and under) Description Tomica is the Japanese equivalent of Hot Wheels, and it’s pretty awesome. Feed your inner child with a massive exhibition of the very best toy cars Japan … More December events
This article was originally published in November, 2017. Images by Adam Morrison-Wood. We’re fortunate in Nagoya to have a number of relatively close hiking options, generally reachable by train and a short taxi ride. Take a look at our summaries, then check the link for detailed information on access and routes. Be aware that most … More Feeling peaky?
by Justin Mejia It’s that time again! From mid-March onwards, major parks and popular cherry blossom spots across the city will be holding cherry blossom festivals, regardless of the condition of the flowers. These festivals vary from simply being places that happen to have cherry blossom trees to full-blown, organized events. Details vary quite a … More Nagoya hanami spots
Ōsu Kannon Setsubun Festival, Nagoya (and major shrines throughout the country) February 3 Open 10 am–6 pm Admission Free. However, participation in bean-throwing and other events will have additional fees. Description As it is the last day of winter, people are celebrating the return of spring. For good luck, it is common to throw soybeans … More Upcoming! February events 2/1–2/28
Doburoku Sake Festival, Inuyama January 6, 7, 8, 13, and 14 Open 11 am–4 pm Admission Free Description Sankō Inari Shrine, located on the grounds of Inuyama castle, holds their annual sake festival. Also a great chance to check out one of Japan’s 12 original construction castles if you haven’t already. Access Take the Meitetsu … More Upcoming! January events
Toyoda Gosei Rink, Nagoya Now–February 25 Open Weekdays 1 pm–8 pm. Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays/winter vacation (12/25–1/6) 10 am–8 pm. *Admission until 30 minutes before closing Admission Weekdays: ¥900 for adults, ¥500 for elementary school students and younger. National holidays: ¥1,200 for adults and older, ¥500 for elementary school students and younger. Description Skate … More Upcoming! December events, 12/16–12/31
City Light Fantasia by NAKED, Nagoya Now–January 6 Open 6 pm–10 pm Admission Adults ¥1,000. Junior high school and elementary school students ¥500. Children 6 and under are free of charge. Description Visual effects, light projections, and interactive art installations commemorating the renovation of Nagoya TV Tower which will begin in January of next year. … More Upcoming! December events, 12/1–12/15
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