You could dive into the weird and wonderful world of otaku, geek culture, in Osu, where manga stores sit alongside centuries-old shops selling traditional Japanese crafts, and fluro-colored cosplay (gaming superfan) costumes are nothing out of the ordinary! Perhaps you’ll feast on traditional food at futuristic malls in Sakae, or slurp ramen noodles to your hearts’ content - it’s polite to do so! You could explore the cherry-blossom-covered grounds around Nagoya Castle, discover the silent forests surrounding 700-year-old Atsuta Shrine, or head further afield to gigantic amusement park Nagashima Spa Land for roller coasters, water slides, and a relaxing soak in the onsen – Japan’s natural hot springs.

Fueled by ramen from one of Sakae’s noodle bars, your family will be taken on a whirlwind trip through Nagoya, discovering the quirks of Japanese culture which will fascinate everyone. Explore the tightly-packed, neon-lit streets of downtown districts lined with konbini convenience stores selling peculiar snacks and crazy Japanese candy and 100-yen stores, selling all sorts of wacky items you never knew you wanted! You could hop on the Sky Boat Ferris wheel mounted to the side of the Sakae Sunshine Mall for a birds-eye view of the CBD, or explore Nagoya’s Gen Z playground – a vibey shopping street that’s home to quirky otaku cosplay, cool electronics, gaming goods, thrift stores, and toy shops.