Currency
Japanese Yen (JPY)
Language
Japanese
Time Zone
JST (UTC+9)
Best Time to Visit
Mar–Apr
Typical Duration
9-14 nights
Price Range
From $50 pp
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to central Japan's cultural and industrial heartland, offering access to historic temples, traditional crafts, and the iconic Atsuta Shrine.
Cruises that visit Nagoya
- cruises to Nagoya
- Nagoya sailings
- Nagoya cruises
- 9-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 9-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 9-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 10-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 10-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 11-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 11-night Silversea cruise
- 11-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 11-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 11-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 11-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 12-night Silversea cruise
- 12-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 12-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 12-night Silversea cruise
- 13-night Silversea cruise
- 13-night Silversea cruise
- 14-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 14-night Silversea cruise
- 14-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 14-night Holland America Line cruise
- 14-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 14-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
Build Your Day in Nagoya
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 5:00 PM
Usually about 9 hours ashore
Getting around:
Nagoya Castle
Restored 1600s castle with exhibits
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium
Aquarium with whales & a dolphin show
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Tsukishima Monja Kuuya Nagoya Hisayaodori Park
Great Monjya yaki and Okonomiyaki near the iconic Nagoya TV tower.
Closed · Opens 10:45 AM
Legoland Japan Resort
Family amusement park & factory tour
Closed · Opens 10 AM
FUJI Nagoya Science Museum
Science museum with planetarium shows
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Thu
Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology
Historical car & machinery exhibits
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Oasis 21
Modern shopping center with a glass roof
Closed · Opens 6 AM
Matsuzakaya Nagoya
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 10 AM
SCMaglev and Railway Park
Railway museum with full-size vehicles
Closed · Opens 10 AM Wed
Mitsui Outlet Park Jazz Dream Nagashima
Source for stylish apparel & accessories
Closed · Opens 10 AM
mozo Wonder City
Contemporary shopping mall with dining
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Osu Shotengai Shopping Street
Retail hub with a vintage covered arcade
Open 24 hours
Midland Square
Shopping & dining hub in a modern tower
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM
Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER
Iconic tower with 2 observation decks
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Ghibli Park
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 10 AM Wed
Noritake Garden
Museum & gardens of a ceramics company
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Atsuta Hōraiken Honten
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
LaLaport Nagoya Minato AQULS
Dining options & brand-name retailers
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Nagoya PARCO
Spacious mall with shops & restaurants
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Tokugawaen Garden
Serene garden with bridges & tea houses
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Hisaya Ōdōri Park
Urban escape with fountains & gardens
LACHIC
Shopping mall with a trendy vibe
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Sunshine Sakae
Lively mall with a Ferris wheel
Closed · Opens 7 AM
Kinshachi Yokocho
Street with local eateries & gift shops
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM
Unimall
Underground corridors of stores & cafes
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM
Maruya Honten - JR Nagoya Station
Grilled eel dishes in a modern setting
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Ramuchii
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM
C.STAND Nagoya Sakae
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Bucyo Coffee
Compact cafe for sandwiches & snacks
Closed · Opens 7:15 AM
The Kawabun Nagoya
Italian-inspired cuisine in posh setting
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Outback Steakhouse Nagoya
The waitress chan's service is very good！ Meals are delicious！
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Unagi no Shiromura
Eel dishes in a stylish restaurant
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM
Y Japanese-style Lasagna specialty shop
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Shinmaiko Marine Park
Man-made beach with safe swimming areas
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Ramen dai Nagoya
Specialty ramen in a no-frills setting
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Sky Promenade
Observation deck atop a skyscraper
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Midtown BBQ Nagoya
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
SUKHONTHA RAYARD Hisaya-odori Park
Cheerful outpost for Thai cooking
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Nagoya Port Sea Train Land
Small amusement park with a Ferris wheel
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Moumoutei
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
TGI Fridays Nagoya Hisayaodori
Good food and a great view of Nagoya TV Tower while eating
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Sumiyaki Unafuji Shirakabe Bettei
Serene locale with an eel-focused menu
Closed · Opens 10:45 AM
Rinku Beach
Ikoi Coffee
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 8 AM
Misokatsu Yabaton
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM
Kitchen Nagoya
The best thing is free refills for the sliced cabbage, miso soup and rice!
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM
Spaceship-Aqua Observation Deck
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Muscle Bar Nagoya Sakae – Macho Macho –
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 7 PM
Maruhachi
Canteen-style space for Nagoya dishes
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Cafe TOLAND
Hip hangout known for creative desserts
Closed · Opens 11 AM Thu
ESPRESSO D WORKS NAGOYA
The portions were quite big for Japan and it was quite tasty.
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Moonwalk Sakae
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
GLITCH COFFEE & ROASTERS Nagoya
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 8 AM
Q.O.L. COFFEE
Laid-back spot for sandwiches & cakes
Closed · Opens 7:45 AM
Blue Bottle Coffee - Nagoya Sakae Cafe
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Closed · Opens 8 AM
Hitsumabushi Bincho Kinshachi Yokocho Branch
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·Delivery
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM
Café du Ciel
Elegant desserts with lofty city views
Closed · Opens 10 AM
UnagiYondaimeKikukawa Midland Square Nagoya Main Store
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Reminiscence
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 12 PM
BAR BARNS
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 4 PM
Antica Roma
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 5:30 PM
Shabu-shabu Restaurant - Sakuyajima
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Fab Cafe
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery
Closed · Opens 9 AM
The Hungry Moose Bar & Restaurant
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·Delivery
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM Wed
Uyoshi
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM Wed
bar Jiro 栄・錦
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Genji
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Tout la Joie Ism
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Maison 8
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 6 PM Thu
La Vagabonde
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 6 PM
Whisky
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Music&Bar〜Link〜
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
At Nagoya Monument Oasis 21
End
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Ancestor
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 4 PM
Hijikata
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 6 PM
Kaiseki Hachisen
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Blue Grass
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
＠Nagoya Monument
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Nagoya
Nagoya has emerged as a vibrant hub for cruise travelers exploring Japan's diverse coastline. With seven major cruise lines including Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean International, and Oceania Cruises calling at this port, you'll find excellent variety in itineraries and ship options. While primarily a port of call rather than an embarkation point, Nagoya serves as a strategic stop on 49 upcoming cruises, most offering 9-night voyages that connect you to iconic Japanese destinations like Yokohama, Tokyo, and Nagasaki. The port experiences peak activity during spring and autumn months, when cherry blossoms and pleasant weather draw cruisers worldwide.
When your ship docks in Nagoya, you'll discover a city that beautifully blends centuries-old tradition with modern vitality. The nearby Nagoya Castle stands as one of Japan's most impressive landmarks, while the bustling Sakae district offers excellent shopping and dining just minutes from the port. Whether you're seeking cultural immersion or urban exploration, Nagoya provides the perfect balance for a memorable port day during your Japanese cruise adventure.
When your ship docks in Nagoya, you'll discover a city that beautifully blends centuries-old tradition with modern vitality. The nearby Nagoya Castle stands as one of Japan's most impressive landmarks, while the bustling Sakae district offers excellent shopping and dining just minutes from the port. Whether you're seeking cultural immersion or urban exploration, Nagoya provides the perfect balance for a memorable port day during your Japanese cruise adventure.
Cruise Lines at Nagoya
- Norwegian Cruise Line (18 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (15 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (7 cruises)
- Silversea (6 cruises)
- Royal Caribbean International (5 cruises)
- Holland America Line (3 cruises)
- Celebrity Cruises (1 cruise)
- MSC Cruises (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Nagoya
Cruises Visiting Nagoya
Ship Schedule at Nagoya
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nagoya known for?
Nagoya is known for its robust automotive industry, Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine, and local specialties like miso katsu and hitsumabushi.
How can I reach Nagoya?
Nagoya is served by Chubu Centrair International Airport and Shinkansen bullet trains from Tokyo and Osaka, plus local transport.
What are the must-see attractions in Nagoya?
Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine, Osu Shopping District, and SCMaglev and Railway Park.
What is the best time to visit Nagoya?
Spring and autumn offer mild weather and festive events in Nagoya.