[30 minutes from Nagoya Station] 2024 Edition! 4 recommended autumn foliage spots that are easily accessible from Nagoya Station

• Table of contents
• When is the best time to see autumn leaves in Aichi Prefecture?
• 4 autumn foliage viewing spots in Nagoya City, accessible in under 30 minutes from Nagoya Station!
• Bonus: Let's go a little further from Nagoya and visit a famous spot for viewing autumn leaves!
• Please use the hotel directly above Nagoya Station for your accommodation.

When is the best time to see autumn leaves in Aichi Prefecture?

The best time to see autumn leaves in Aichi Prefecture is mainly from early November to early December.

In this article, we will introduce autumn foliage viewing spots that can be reached within 30 minutes from Nagoya Station. However, due to their popularity, you may have to wait a long time. We recommend that you plan your schedule so that you have plenty of time, such as going on weekdays to avoid crowded holidays.

The Nagoya JR Gate Tower Hotel is directly connected to JR Nagoya Station, making it extremely convenient for transportation. Stay at the hotel and enjoy sightseeing!

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4 autumn foliage viewing spots in Nagoya City, accessible in under 30 minutes from Nagoya Station!

①Shirotori Garden

Shiratori Garden is the largest Japanese garden in Nagoya. The autumn leaves reflected in the pond are beautiful, and you can enjoy the tasteful scenery. From mid-November, when the leaves are at their best, they are lit up at night.

It takes about 30 minutes by train from Nagoya Station. Please check here for access to Shiratori Garden.

Access example: Take the Higashiyama Line from Nagoya Station to Sakae Station, then take the Meijo Line to Atsuta-Jingu-Nishi Station, then walk for 10 minutes.

Photo courtesy of Nagoya Convention & Visitors Bureau

Shirotori Garden

2-5 Atsuta Nishimachi, Atsuta Ward, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture 456-...

Click here for the official website of Shirotori Garden

2. Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens

Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens is a vast zoo that includes a zoo, botanical garden, amusement park, and sky tower.

During the peak viewing season, the botanical gardens are lit up with autumn leaves, creating a different atmosphere than during the day.

It takes about 25 minutes by train from Nagoya Station. Please click here for access to Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens.

Access example: From Nagoya Station on the Higashiyama Subway Line, get off at Higashiyama Park Station and walk for 3 minutes

Photo courtesy of Nagoya Convention & Visitors Bureau

Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens

464-0804 3-70 Higashiyamamotocho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture

This large-scale zoo and botanical garden combines a zoo, botanical garden, amusement park, and observation tower. In the zoo area, over 500 kinds of animals are on display. Not only can visitors observe the animals up close, but they can also enjoy various shows and feeding experiences. In the vast botanical garden area, you can appreciate the beautiful flowers and trees of each season. You can enjoy different scenery with each season. In addition, the zoo and botanical garden has an observation deck called Higashiyama Sky Tower, from which you can enjoy a panoramic view of Nagoya city. On clear days, you can see far into the distance, and in the evening and at night, a beautiful night view spreads out before you.

Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens official website

3. Nagoya Castle

You can enjoy Nagoya Castle and the vivid autumn leaves at the same time, creating a uniquely Japanese landscape. The contrast between the green roofs and the deep red autumn leaves is eye-catching.

The nearby Meijo Park is also a popular spot for viewing autumn leaves, so please enjoy it as well. For more information, please click here .

It takes about 25 minutes by train from Nagoya Station. Please check here for access to Nagoya Castle.

Access example: Take the Higashiyama Subway Line to Nagoya Station, transfer at Sakae Station, get off at Nagoya Castle Station on the Meijo Subway Line, and walk for 5 minutes.

Photo courtesy of Nagoya Convention & Visitors Bureau

Nagoya Castle

460-0031 1-1 Honmaru, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture

A symbol of Nagoya, Nagoya Castle is famous for the golden shachihoko—mythical tiger-headed carp—adorning its roof. Built by Tokugawa Ieyasu, the castle served as the residence of the Owari Tokugawa clan for approximately 260 years. In spring, around 900 cherry trees bloom across the castle grounds, making it a beloved spot for cherry blossom viewing. The striking combination of one of Japan’s largest castle towers and the full-bloom cherry blossoms creates a breathtaking scene that embodies the beauty of Japan.

Nagoya Castle official website

④Tokugawa Garden

This is a Japanese garden that was created about 300 years ago. The garden expresses Japanese nature and is incredibly beautiful, and you can also enjoy the autumn leaves reflected in the pond.

There are about 300 maple trees planted in the garden, which are lit up at night during the peak viewing season.

It takes about 25 minutes by train from JR Nagoya Station. Please check here for access to Tokugawaen.

Access example: From JR "Nagoya Station", take JR Chuo Main Line to "Ozone" Station, then walk for 10 minutes

Photo courtesy of Nagoya Convention & Visitors Bureau

Tokugawaen

461-0023 1001 Tokugawa-cho, Higashi-ku, Aichi Prefecture

Tokugawaen is a Japanese garden built in 1965. It is known for being adjacent to the Tokugawa Art Museum.

*There are closing days, so please check in advance.

Tokugawaen official website is here

Bonus: Let's go a little further from Nagoya and visit a famous spot for viewing autumn leaves!

Korankei

Korankei is one of the most famous spots in Japan for viewing autumn leaves. It began when a temple priest planted trees there about 4000 years ago, and now there are about 4,000 trees covered in autumn leaves.

The Korankei Momiji Festival will be held from Friday, November 1st to Saturday, November 30th, 2024. During this period, the area will be lit up at night, creating a fantastical landscape.

It takes about 2 hours by train from Nagoya Station. Please check here for access to Korankei.

Korankei

444-2424 Asukecho Imori, Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture

As one of the most famous autumn foliage spots in the country, the approximately 4,000 maple trees are a feast for the eyes.

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Please use the hotel directly above Nagoya Station for your accommodation.

After enjoying the beautiful autumn leaves, why not soak in the afterglow and relieve your fatigue at the Nagoya JR Gate Tower Hotel, which is directly connected to JR Nagoya Station?

It is located directly above JR Nagoya Station, so you don't have to worry if you get there late at night after seeing the illuminated autumn leaves.

We also offer luggage storage. We will store your luggage for free before check-in and after check-out on the day of your stay. You can enjoy sightseeing without having to carry anything.

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