Nagoya Trip

Going from Tokyo to Nagoya

I had a chance to drop by Nagoya as I was on my way to Suzuka. The city is charming and more quiet compared to other cities like Tokyo or even Kyoto. Nevertheless, the city has various things to visit and I wish to have more time on my next visit. Nagoya station is the biggest one in the city with JR train, Kintetsu train, Meitetsu train, and Shinkansen station altogether. To go to Nagoya from Tokyo you can take a Shinkansen by using JR Pass or get an individual ticket for a one way trip. If you are going to many cities in Japan, of course the JR pass will be more cost-effective. I feel that in Nagoya, It is easier to stay nearby the station and there are many hotels available. There are several malls nearby the station, namely Kitte Nagoya and Gate Tower Mall. In each mall, there are many retail shops, cafes, and restaurant to try.

Food in Nagoya

The food scene in Nagoya didn't dissapoint. I came across this lobster ramen shop called Hayabusa Honten which is just five minutes walking distance from my hotel. The broth was thick and umami.with rich lobster taste. The medium thick chewy noodle combined with the chicken chashu was a delight in the cold weather. It is surely a memorable dish that I would recommend.

I also visited a coffee shop called Imom. The interior is a mix of futuristic and minimalist with silver, white, and black as the colour scheme. They have several beans to choose from and I ordered their iced latte with Ethiopia medium roast beans. Love the coffee, the ambience, and the service, will definitely be back.

Strolling around Nagoya

At night I took a stroll along the Fushimi Nishiki dori and Hori River. It wasn't quite far from the Nagoya station, just one stop away by the Higashiyama line. The weather was windy and there were already christmas light along the road, so I really enjoyed the walk. There is a mall called Terrasse Nayabashi that located just across the river. I couldn't sleep that night and decided to drop by the Mega Donquijote at around 10 pm (Apparently they close at 2 am). Donquijote here sells many things from fresh produce, beauty products, electronics, and many more.