Aichi Prefecture is Japan's industrial and cultural heartland, anchored by Nagoya — the country's fourth-largest city. Home to the Toyota Motor Corporation, one of Japan's most important Shinto shrines, a national-treasure castle, and a distinctly proud local food culture known as Nagoya Meshi, Aichi blends industrial might with ancient heritage across 5,173 square kilometres of the Chubu region.
Transportation details
Full breakdown of how to get around.
Nagoya is one of Japan's most accessible cities. Nagoya Station is a colossal rail hub served by the Tokaido Shinkansen, JR Central lines, Meitetsu Railway, and Kintetsu Railway. The city's six-line Nagoya Municipal Subway covers every major attraction. Chubu International Airport (Centrair) connects directly to Nagoya Station by Meitetsu in 28 minutes. IC cards (Manaca, Suica, ICOCA) work across all networks.
Airports
Transport tips
Travel smarter, not harder.
Buy multi-day or weekly transit passes if you'll use public transport more than twice a day.
Keep small change handy for buses and shorter trips where contactless may not work.
Avoid rush hour (typically 7-9 AM and 5-7 PM) for a more comfortable journey.