Exploring Aichi Prefecture.
#Nagoya.
From quirky art (pictured) to covered shopping streets to parks and gardens, Nagoya has plenty to keep one occupied. The city is also a great base for several day trips, particularly within the Aichi Prefecture as well as the neighbouring Gifu Prefecture.
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Highlights: Sengen Shrine, Shikemachi, Kinshachi Yokocho, Meijo Park, Nagoya Castle, Aichi Prefecture Gokoku Shrine, Endoji Shotengai Shopping Street, Nana Chan Doll, Sky Promenade Observation Deck.
#Tokoname.
For a great day trip out from Nagoya, consider heading out to the pottery town of Tokoname.
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Journey Duration: Tokoname Station can be reached from Meitetsu Nagoya Station with trains taking about 30 to 40 minutes.
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Highlights: Tokoname Manekineko Street, Tokonyan (a giant statue of a waving cat), Tokoname Pottery Path (pictured), and Inax Museum Complex.
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Rail Pass: A JR Rail Pass is not valid for this journey. An IC card may be used, or buy a ticket at the station. Those planning on doing multiple trips on the Meitetsu Line may wish to consider a Meitetsu Rail Pass