Nagoya City Museum of Art Special Exhibition "Van Gogh's Drawbridge and Impressionist Painters Collection of Wallraf-Richartz Museum" is a timely event at Nagoya City Museum of Art…
PeriodSep 19, 2026 – Nov 29, 2026
VenueNagoya City Museum of Art Special Exhibition Rooms 1 and 2
Address〒460-0008 Aichi Prefecture Nagoya City Naka Ward Sakae 2-17-25
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Ichinomiya City Setsuko Migishi Memorial Museum of Art — Koko Fukazawa: Loved Ones and Wildflowers is a timely event at Ichinomiya City Setsuko Migishi Memorial Museum of Art to co…
PeriodSep 19, 2026 – Nov 8, 2026
VenueIchinomiya City Setsuko Migishi Memorial Museum of Art
Kariya City Museum of History Special Exhibition “Crossing the Rivers and Seas – Tokai Transportation/Distribution and the Rivers and Seas” is a timely event at Kariya City History…
PeriodOct 3, 2026 – Nov 15, 2026
VenueKariya City History Museum Special Exhibition Room
Address〒448-0838 刈谷市逢妻町4丁目25番地1
PriceFrom ¥600
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Minoji × Kisogawa Museum — Bisai Museum of History and Folklore, Former Hayashi Residence Art Exhibition: Where Time and Art Meet — Embracing Longing is a timely event at Former Ha…
PeriodOct 3, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026
VenueFormer Hayashi family residence
Address〒494-0006 一宮市起字下町211番地
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
The stage is a courtroom! Video experience of being a judge, prosecutor, or defense attorney with an avatar is a timely event at Nagoya City Archives, corridor near the central sta…
PeriodSep 18, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026
VenueNagoya City Archives, corridor near the central stairwell on the 2nd floor
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Riusuke Fukahori — Song of the Goldfish: Collaboration with Kenji Yamada and Keisuke Kitagawa is a timely event at Cultural Path Shumokukan to consider today.
PeriodSep 18, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026
VenueCultural Path Shumokukan
Address〒461-0014 Aichi Prefecture Nagoya City Higashi Ward Shumokucho 2-18
Price¥1,000–¥1,200
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Nonhoi Park (Toyohashi Zoological and Botanical Park) “Enjoy Halloween” is a timely event at Toyohashi Zoological and Botanical Park (Nonhoi Park) Botanical Garden Greenhouse Pilot…
PeriodOct 1, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026
VenueToyohashi Zoological and Botanical Park (Nonhoi Park) Botanical Garden Greenhouse Piloti Passage/Event Room
SCMAGLEV and Railway Park — 15th Special Exhibition: Tokaido Shinkansen Maintenance and Service Vehicles, the Unsung Heroes of Safety is a timely event at SCMAGLEV and Railway Park…
PeriodMar 25, 2026 – Jan 25, 2027
VenueSCMAGLEV and Railway Park, 2F collection exhibition room
Address3-2-2 Kinjofuto, Minato-ku, Nagoya 455-0848
Price¥500–¥1,200
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Nishio City Iwase Bunko Special Exhibition "Western Studies at Iwase Bunko 2: Invitation to Product Studies - Gather! Products useful for life in the Edo and Meiji eras" is a timel…
PeriodSep 5, 2026 – Nov 29, 2026
VenueNishio City Iwase Bunko 2nd floor special exhibition room
Address〒445-0847 Aichi Prefecture Nishio City Kamezawacho 480
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Toyota Automobile Museum — Motorization in Japan: 60 Years Since the Dawn of Private Car Ownership is a timely event at Toyota Automobile Museum, Cultural Gallery 2F special exhibi…
PeriodSep 11, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027
VenueToyota Automobile Museum, Cultural Gallery 2F special exhibition room
Address〒480-1118 Aichi Prefecture Nagakute City Yokomichi 41-100
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Tokugawa Art Museum Special Exhibition “Newly Designated Important Cultural Property: Chrysanthemum White Dew Maki-e Wedding Furnishings” is a timely event at Tokugawa Art Museum M…
PeriodSep 15, 2026 – Nov 13, 2026
VenueTokugawa Art Museum Masterpiece Collection Exhibition Room 5
Address〒461-0023 Aichi Prefecture Nagoya City Higashi Ward Tokugawacho 1017
Price¥1,000–¥2,000
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Kasugai City Tofu Memorial Museum — The Appeal of Calligraphy: An Invitation to Appreciation is a timely event at Kasugai City Tofu Memorial Museum to consider today.
PeriodSep 18, 2026 – Nov 23, 2026
VenueKasugai City Tofu Memorial Museum
Address〒486-0932 Aichi Prefecture Kasugai City Matsukawadocho 5-9-3
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Okazaki World Children's Art Museum — Mio Hashimoto Woodcarving: A Journey with Living Creatures, Celebrating 110 Years of Okazaki City is a timely event at Okazaki World Children'…
PeriodSep 19, 2026 – Dec 6, 2026
VenueOkazaki World Children's Art Museum
Address1-1 Toriito, Okamachi, Okazaki City, 444-0005
Price¥80–¥1,000
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Ama City Cloisonné Art Village Autumn Special Exhibition Collection Exhibition “The World of Cloisonne Souvenirs” is a timely event at Ama City Cloisonné Art Village Special Exhibi…
PeriodSep 19, 2026 – Nov 8, 2026
VenueAma City Cloisonné Art Village Special Exhibition Room
Address2000 Toshima Jusanwari, Shippocho, Ama City, 497-0002
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology Automotive Exhibition "Welcome to the world of materials technology - The main players supporting the evolution of cars" is a…
PeriodSep 25, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027
VenueToyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology Automobile Hall (1st floor)
Address〒451-0051 名古屋市西区則武新町4-1-35
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
MUFG Bank Money and Ukiyo-e Museum — Toriyanse, Wataryanse: Before You Know It, Another World is a timely event at MUFG Bank Money and Ukiyo-e Museum to consider today.
PeriodOct 1, 2026 – Jan 31, 2027
VenueMUFG Bank Money and Ukiyo-e Museum
Address〒460-8660 名古屋市中区錦3-21-24(三菱UFJ銀行名古屋ビル1階)
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology — Japonisme in Bloom: Technology and Art in an Age of Change is a timely event at Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and…
PeriodOct 3, 2026 – Dec 13, 2026
VenueToyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology Special Exhibition Room
Address〒451-0051 名古屋市西区則武新町4-1-35
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Special Exhibition "Songs Echoing in the Lithuanian Baltic Forest" / Special Exhibition "Hideyoshi is in Nagoya! - History of Hideyoshi and Owari" is a timely event at Nagoya City…
PeriodSep 5, 2026 – Nov 1, 2026
VenueNagoya City Museum 1st floor special exhibition room
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Meiji Mystery Solving Attraction “Edogawa Ranpo and the Mysterious Afterimage ~Dawn and Shadow~” is a timely event at The Museum Meiji-mura, Meiji Shimbun reception tents near the…
PeriodSep 12, 2026 – Feb 23, 2027
VenueThe Museum Meiji-mura, Meiji Shimbun reception tents near the main and north gates
Address1 Yama, Inuyama City, 484-0000
Price¥700–¥2,500
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Midland Square Sky Italian BBQ “CARVINO” is a timely event at Midland Square Office Building 44th to 46th Floor Outdoor Observation Deck Sky Promenade to consider today.
PeriodApr 20, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026
VenueMidland Square Office Building 44th to 46th Floor Outdoor Observation Deck Sky Promenade
Address〒450-0002 Aichi Prefecture Nagoya City Nakamura Ward Meieki 4-7-1
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Hotel Arc Riche Toyohashi — THE BEER GARDEN 2026: Showa Beer Retro Pop 80s is a timely event at Hotel Arc Riche Toyohashi, 3F special venue to consider today.
PeriodMay 22, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026
VenueHotel Arc Riche Toyohashi, 3F special venue
Address〒440-0888 Aichi Prefecture Toyohashi City Ekimaeodori 1-55
PriceFrom ¥6,000
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Nagoya full support! Town Tour Rally Autumn Stage (Digital Stamp Rally) is a timely event at Approximately 30 tourist facilities, cultural facilities, commercial facilities, restau…
PeriodSep 5, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026
VenueApproximately 30 tourist facilities, cultural facilities, commercial facilities, restaurants, etc. in Nagoya City *Please check the campaign site for the latest target spots. *Some spots require admission fees or food and drinks.
PriceFrom ¥500
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Tourist Information “THE GATE” ~ Local specialties, local sake, and travel information center ~ is a timely event at Meitetsu store store space to consider today.
PeriodSep 11, 2026 – Nov 3, 2026
VenueMeitetsu store store space
Address〒450-0002 名古屋市中村区名駅1-2-4 名鉄バスターミナルビル1階
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
100 Things to Do in Mikawa — Aichi Experiences 2026 is a timely event at Aichi's Mikawa area: Gamagori, Okazaki, Nishio, Toyohashi, Toyokawa, Shinshiro, Tahara, Shitara, Toyone, To…
Toyohashi Zoological and Botanical Park (Nonhoi Park) “Autumn Festival 2026” is a timely event at Toyohashi Zoological and Botanical Park (Nonhoi Park) to consider today.
PeriodOct 3, 2026 – Dec 6, 2026
VenueToyohashi Zoological and Botanical Park (Nonhoi Park)
“Deramasu” x “THE IDOLM@STER SideM” is a timely event at Nagoya city/Aichi prefecture locations *Please see the official website for details. to consider today.
PeriodAug 3, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026
VenueNagoya city/Aichi prefecture locations *Please see the official website for details.
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Autumn tour of Arimatsu ~Enjoy autumn Arimatsu with advantageous tickets and experience programs~ is a timely event at Around Meitetsu “Arimatsu” Station to consider today.
PeriodSep 19, 2026 – Dec 6, 2026
VenueAround Meitetsu “Arimatsu” Station
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Eat, buy, experience, and post in Nagoya! Nagoya whole tour campaign SNS linked campaign is a timely pop-up or shopping stop at Restaurants and stores eligible for Nagomaru campaig…
PeriodSep 18, 2026 – Nov 30, 2026
VenueRestaurants and stores eligible for Nagomaru campaign coupons *Please check the dedicated icons on the Nagoya sightseeing digital map for eligible stores.
Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER “NAKED Moon Viewing in the Sky 2026” is a fun leisure option in Nagoya when you want more than a standard sightseeing stop.
VenueChubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER (formerly Nagoya TV Tower) 90m observation deck “Sky Deck”
A special free evening museum opening with illuminated architecture, ceramic lampshades and a live performance using instruments made from marine waste.
Location[Night Museum & Light-up] • Kiln plaza/museum • Tile Museum of the World • Toilet Culture Museum • Start of Architectural Ceramics Museum • Terra Cotta Park [Live music by "Marine Garbage Instrument Group Gominzoku"] Square with kiln *In case of rain, "World Tile Museum"
Address〒479-8586 Aichi Prefecture Tokoname City Okueicho 1-130
Before you go• During the event, we will be taking pictures to record the INAX Live Museum. • Photographed images may be published on INAX Live Museum's public relations media (official website, SNS, etc.). • When posting photos you have taken on SNS, etc., please take care to blur them or use stamps to prevent other people's faces from being shown.
Public transportAvailable (80 regular cars, 5 buses) / Free
By car◎Approximately 7 minutes from Chita Crossing Road "Tokoname IC" ◎Approximately 15 minutes from Chita Peninsula Road "Handa IC"
ParkingParking available (80 regular cars, 5 buses), free
Address1-17-18 Kanayama, Naka-ku, Nagoya 460-0022 (1st floor, Loop Kanayama)
AdmissionCounter closes at 17:00; collection is possible until 20:00. Confirm the opening time. Medium baggage: 500 yen; large: 800 yen, excluding tax.
ClosedClosed: December 29th - January 1st
Public transportFrom Kanayama Station, take the Meiko Subway Line for 10 minutes, get off at the last stop, Nagoya Port Station, and walk about 5 minutes to the Port of Nagoya Aquarium. Port of Nagoya Aquarium, perfect for families and couples to enjoy, and resort...
By carManaca is a card that combines a ticket and electronic money into one card. Nagoya Municipal Subway, City Bus, Meigle Bus, Meitetsu Railway, Aonami Line, Yutorito Line, JR Tokai TOIC...
ParkingSakae Osu Parking (formerly known as Wakamiya Park) [Parking lot] Open 24 hours, but entry and exit is possible from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. [Management office] 9:00-17:00 Address: 460-0011 Nagoya…
Address1533-1 Ibaragawarimaotsu, Nagakute City, Aichi Prefecture (inside Expo Aichi Memorial Park)
AdmissionOctober 25th (Sunday) 10:00 - October 29th (Thursday) 23:59
Last admissionLast admission time is 16:30
Before you goPrices include tax. Children aged 3 and under enter free. Asterisked admission slots apply only on days opening at 09:00. Reservations are required on weekdays, weekends and public holidays.
ClosedIf the park is closed, it will be the next business day.
Public transport9 trains on weekdays (7 of which are direct), 10 on weekends and holidays (all are direct)
By carGhibli Park does not have its own parking lot. If you must come by car, please check the "Access/Parking" page on the Aichi Expo Memorial Park website.
Parking*For bus routes other than those listed above, please see the "Access/Parking" page on the Aichi Expo Memorial Park website.
AddressAichi Prefecture Gamagori City Kaiyocho 2-3
AdmissionYou can visit various sightseeing spots in Nagoya city at a great price with a 1-DAY ticket that allows unlimited rides for one day.
ClosedClosed: Irregular holidays
Public transportTake the free shuttle bus from the south exit of Gamagori Station on the Meitetsu Gamagori Line or JR Tokaido Main Line (about 15 minutes)
By car◎About 20 minutes from Tomei Expressway "Otowa Gamagori IC" ◎About 35 minutes from Tomei Expressway "Toyokawa IC"
ParkingLagunasia parking: space for 1,000 cars; 1,000 yen per car per entry. Fees vary by season.
Address70-185 Goshodaira, Sakauba, Toyone Village, Kitashitara District, Aichi Prefecture
AdmissionYou can visit various sightseeing spots in Nagoya city at a great price with a 1-DAY ticket that allows unlimited rides for one day.
Before you goBusiness conditions vary depending on season, weather, and facility. Please check the operation status of the day on the official website "Today's Chausuyama".
ClosedRestaurant closing days are not specified here; check the official restaurant information.
Public transportAvailable (1,000 regular cars, 20 buses) / Free * Charges apply during the moss phlox season * Prices are subject to change, so please check the official website etc.
By car◎About 2 hours from Tomei Expressway "Nagoya IC" ◎About 2 hours from Tomei Expressway "Toyokawa IC"
AddressAichi Prefecture Okazaki City Koseicho 561-1
AdmissionYou can visit various sightseeing spots in Nagoya city at a great price with a 1-DAY ticket that allows unlimited rides for one day.
ClosedClosed at the end of the year (December 29th to 31st)
Public transportIf you are using a Meitetsu bus, take the train from Meitetsu Higashi-Okazaki Station in the direction of Koseicho.If you are walking, it will take about 15 minutes from Meitetsu Higashi-Okazaki Station.If you are driving by car, it will take 10 minutes or 3 kilometers from the Tomei Okazaki Interchange.
By carFrom Tokyo, transfer at JR Tokaido Shinkansen Toyohashi Station and get off at JR Tokaido Main Line Okazaki Station or Meitetsu Higashi-Okazaki Station.From Osaka, transfer at JR Tokaido Shinkansen Nagoya Station and get off at JR Tokaido Main Line Okazaki Station or Meitetsu...
Address3-8 Sakaemachi, Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture (Tokoname Tourist Information Center/Tokoname City Ceramics Hall)
AdmissionYou can visit various sightseeing spots in Nagoya city at a great price with a 1-DAY ticket that allows unlimited rides for one day.
ClosedGenerally no regular closing day; individual facilities have their own schedules. Contact Tokoname Tourist Information Center, 0569-34-8888, for details.
Public transport◎Ceramics promenade parking lot ◎Ceramics Hall parking lot ◎Ichibashi south bus parking lot
By carFrom Meitetsu Tokoname Station, you can reach Ceramics Hall, the starting point for both courses A and B, in about 5 minutes on foot.
ParkingParking lot ◎Ceramics promenade parking lot ◎Ceramics hall parking lot ◎Ichibashi south bus parking lot
AddressAichi Prefecture Tsushima City Shimmeicho 1
Admission9:00-12:00, 13:00-16:00 (until 15:30 from July to September) Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays: 9:00-16:00
ClosedNo regular closing days.
Public transportAfter exiting Tsushima Station (ticket gate), go to the right. Go around the station rotary to the right and take Prefectural Route 68 (toward Tennogawa Park).
By carGo around the station rotary to the right and take Prefectural Route 68 (toward Tennogawa Park).
ParkingIf you are coming by car, go south on National Route 155. Turn right at the Tsushima Shrine Kita intersection. After about 200 meters, you will see the entrance to the parking lot on the west side of the shrine grounds.
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Things to Do in Aichi Today: Events, Movies & Places
Article updated: October 24, 2026
Start with the part of Aichi that fits your day: Nagoya, Owari, Chita, western or eastern Mikawa, or Okumikawa. Urban museums, coastal walks and inland scenery need different routes. Use the area guides alongside the live event and film listings to choose one main purpose and a sensible travel range.
Plan your day in Aichi
Start from where you are staying or arriving, then compare destinations within a realistic travel range. A shorter outing can leave more time for the place itself. If a ticketed activity is the main plan, confirm the admission time first and arrange other stops around it.
Today, tomorrow and local time
Use Now, Today or Tomorrow above to compare the current listings. Dates and times follow Japan Standard Time (JST, UTC+9). Today means the date in Japan, which may differ from the date where you are searching.
Check the individual card for its date, venue, start time and official source. A time marked as unconfirmed is not an all-day opening promise. Conditions, tickets and cancellations can change; confirm the original information before setting out.
Travel, weather and alternatives
Check the route to the actual venue, including the last part on foot and your return connection. For outdoor activities, compare the forecast with local access notices. For boats or organised experiences, confirm the operator's departure point and arrangements rather than relying on the weather panel alone.
The live listings use the same underlying event, film and place information as WHERDO's Japanese guide. This English article explains how to plan a visit; the linked organiser or venue remains the source for current booking details, changes and official names.