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Getting to Nagoya
- Tokyo to Nagoya: 100 minutes by Nozomi or Hikari.
- Kyoto to Nagoya: 35 minutes.
- Osaka to Nagoya: 50 minutes.
- All trains run from Nagoya Station, served by JR Tokai.
City guide
JR Pass Nagoya guide: shinkansen hub of central Japan
Nagoya sits right between Tokyo and Kyoto on the Tokaido Shinkansen, making it the perfect stopover or base for day trips with the JR Pass.
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Top things to do
- Nagoya Castle and the reconstructed Hommaru Palace.
- Atsuta Shrine, one of Japan's most sacred sites.
- Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology.
- Try miso katsu and hitsumabushi unagi rice.
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Day trips from Nagoya with the JR Pass
- Takayama on the Wide View Hida limited express, 2.5 hours.
- Ise Shrine via the JR Mie rapid, 90 minutes.
- Gifu and Inuyama Castle, under 30 minutes.
- Kyoto for a half day, only 35 minutes away.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to common questions.
Is Nagoya worth visiting with a JR Pass?
Yes. Its central location makes it ideal for day trips to Takayama, Ise, Kyoto and Gifu without changing hotels.
Can I use Nozomi to reach Nagoya?
Not with the regular JR Pass. Use Hikari or Kodama for free, or upgrade to a Nozomi pass.
Where to stay in Nagoya?
Stay near Nagoya Station for fastest shinkansen access and underground shopping.
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