[Nagoya] 8 Recommended Spots for Fan and Otaku Activities

This time, we will introduce some recommended spots for your favorite idols and otaku activities (Oshi-katsu) in the Nagoya area.

We've picked out eight places, from cafes where you can take cute photos with your favorite idol's acrylic stands and stuffed toys, to spots where you can get your favorite idol personalized with your name, to shrines that are perfect for praying for winning a concert.

Be sure to drop by before or after a concert or performance in Nagoya!

Visit Miwa Shrine to pray for success

First, let's start with the "Miwa Shrine". It was founded in 1570, welcoming the gods from "Ogami Shrine" in Nara Prefecture, which is known as the most powerful power spot in Japan. It is a power spot where you can receive the blessings of marriage, and it is also perfect for praying for winning!

It has become a hot topic by word of mouth that if you write the name of your favorite idol on a rabbit ema (initial offering fee: 500 yen) and make a prayer (dedication), you can win tickets for the concert!

There is also a photo spot in the shrine grounds that is perfect for your favorite idol! The thoughtfulness of flowers in various colors is heartwarming.

The original lace charms that you can choose according to your favorite idol's member coloer are also very popular! They are also cute if you put a photo inside.

There are also limited edition goshuin stamps (red ink stamps) that vary by season and month, with 5 to 6 types always available. The goshuin stamps are usually chosen from those posted in the shrine office, but there are also limited edition birthday designs that can only be received by people whose birthdays are in that month! There are also designs where you can have the name of your favorite idol written on them.

Life Designs

2023.01.05

[Nagoya, Osu] Let's go to Miwa Shrine, a Shrine of Marriage and Rabbits!

https://life-designs.jp/webmagazine/miwa_jinjya

* Information is current at the time of the interview. Please check the latest information for each facility and store when visiting. The zodiac sign for 2023 is the rabbit. If you're lucky, you might as well visit a shrine that's fitting for the Year of the Rabbit. We recommend Miwa Shrine, located in a corner of Osu Shopping Arcade, one of Nagoya's tourist attractions. It is said to be the home of the god of matchmaking, and a rabbit is enshrined as the god's messenger. It was founded in 1570, welcoming the god from Ogami Shrine in Nara Prefecture, known as the most powerful power spot in Japan. There are also women who visit for the cute goshuin stamps, and women who come to pray for matchmaking...

[Miwa Shrine]
Address: 3-9-32 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
http://miwajinnjya.com/

Make your own unique goods!
"object nagoya store"

"Object Nagoya Store" opened in Sakae, Nagoya in April 2023. The company operates seven stores in Korea, mainly in Seoul, and is the first Korean goods store to open in Japan.

The store is filled with cute Korean goods. In addition, "object" is also attracting attention for its ability to create original goods such as original pouches, straps, and tote bags.

Among them, the most popular item for those who love their favorite idols is the "original key chain." Just choose your favorite base and patch, have the attendant iron it on, and it's complete! You can create a one-of-a-kind item for your favorite idol.

There are also plenty of other items you can make, such as drink holders and pass cases.

[object nagoya store]
Address: Maruki Building 1F, 3-19-17 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
https://www.instagram.com/insideobject.jp/

Enjoy patchwork!
"pechi pechi Nnagoya"

"pechi pechi nagoya" opened in Kamimaezu in February 2024. In addition to name tags and key chains, it is a place where you can make original items such as tote bags and drawstring pouches. There are more than 1,000 types of patches!

You can also experience making a mall doll, which is a popular thing in Korea! Choose your favorite mall and create a shape. Add eyes, nose, and decorative parts to complete it! Attach a chain to make it into a keychain. Try making one with your favorite idol in mind.

[pechi pechi nagoya]
Address: Arc Zone 5A, 4-3-40 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
https://www.instagram.com/pechipechi_official/

You can make your own perfume with your favorite label!
"MY ONLY FRAGRANCE NAGOYA"

A fragrance specialty store MY ONLY FRAGRANCE NAGOYA from Kyoto opened in the Sakae area of Nagoya in May 2023.

This is a custom-made fragrance shop where you can create a special, one-of-a-kind scent.

There are dozens of different fragrances on display in the store! Check out each scent one by one to find your favorite one.

The number of fragrances that can be mixed is about 2 to 5 types, and there are apparently more than 650,000 possible combinations.

You can even put your own original labels on your fragrance bottles!

Fonts are available in four types of alphanumeric characters, hiragana, katakana, kanji (Chinese characters), and even symbols such as Hangul and ♡☆. Many people who have a favorite artist, musician etc. also add their favorite's name and birthday. It is also great for fan activities!

Life Designs

2024.05.28

[Nagoya Sakae] Custom-made fragrance specialty store "MY ONLY FRAGRANCE NAGOYA"...

https://life-designs.jp/webmagazine/my-only-fragrance_nagoya

A stylish space that makes you feel like you've entered a movie world "MY ONLY FRAGRANCE NAGOYA" is located in Sakae South Peaks. You can find the store at the back of the first floor of Sakae South Peaks. "MY ONLY FRAGRANCE NAGOYA" is located on the first floor of the commercial facility "Sakai South Peaks", which is about a 10-minute walk from Yabacho Station on Nagoya Municipal Subway. It is easily accessible from the Sakae area! It is conveniently located so you can drop in after lunch or shopping. The interior of the store is a stylish space that looks like a scene from a movie. The shelves lined with perfume bottles are also a great photo spot. The store...

[MY ONLY FRAGRANCE NAGOYA]
Address: 104 Sakae South Peaks, 3-23-17 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 460-0008
Business hours: 11:00-20:00
Website:https://myonlyfragrance.com/
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/myonlyfragrance_nagoya/

You can make your own lipstick!
"LIP ATELIER"

In June 2024, a popular shop opened in Osu, Nagoya,LIP ATELIER"

This is an atelier where you can experience making the world's one and only original lipstick. The handmade lipstick experience, which has been popular in South Korea and Hong Kong, has now arrived in Nagoya for the first time, following Tokyo and Osaka! It is now a hot spot on SNS and other social networking sites.

There are more than 30 colors to choose from! With a diverse assortment, choosing the right one is exciting. In addition to colors, there are a wide variety of types, including matte and glossy types.

Most of the colors are shades of red & pink, but there are also unique colors such as yellow, blue and green. We recommend that you make them in your favorite color!

Choose one charm to attach to the cap of the case. There are over 150 different charms to choose from! There are even alphabet charms, so we recommend using your favorite person's initials.

Life Designs

2024.07.24

[Osu, Nagoya] Create your own original lipstick! "LIP ATELIER"

https://life-designs.jp/webmagazine/lip-atelier_nagoya

Look for the sign in the Sunport Yaba Building, where LIP ATELIER is located. It is located about a 3-minute walk from Exit 4 of Yabacho Nagoya Municipal Subway. It is on the 8th floor of the Sunport Yaba Building, which also houses the karaoke bar Maneki Neko and other restaurants. It's a little hard to find, so look for the sign that says LIP ATELIER! A large teddy bear welcomes you A stylish antique-style space When you enter, you'll find a space with an outstanding world view, decorated with antique-style interiors and cute teddy bears. There are lots of stylish accessories...

[LIP ATELIER Nagoya Store]
Address: Sunport Yaba Building 802, 4-1-7 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture
Phone number: 070-4480-9384 (general reception)
web : https://lipatelie.studio.site/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lipatelier.official/
*By appointment only
*For more information, please visit the website.

Enjoy herbal tea in your favorite color
"DRESSY CAFE"

"DRESSY CAFE" is located in Nagoya Station. This cafe is produced by "PLACOLE & DRESSY", which operates an account with over 1 million followers on SNS. The photogenic interior is full of things that will make you want to take photos!

It is located on the 3rd floor of KITTE Nagoya and is directly connected to Nagoya Station (which is great for rainy days).

DRESSY CAFEの魅力は、ブルー・ピンク・イエロー・パープルなど、オリジナルの紅茶が楽しめること。その数なんと20種類以上！きっと推しの色が見つかるはず！

In addition to lunch and tea time, you can also enjoy morning breakfast and evening cafe meals.

There is also a selfie space in the store. It might be a good idea to take some cute photos of your memorable outfits!

[DRESSY CAFE]
Address: JP Tower "KITTE Nagoya" 3F, 1-1 Meieki Kogei-cho, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
https://dressycafe-nagoya.pla-cole.wedding/

Vitamin drink of your choice
"Vita Cafe"

Vita Cafe opened in April 2024 at Maruei Galleria in Sakae, Nagoya. It is a store specializing in vitamin drinks popular in Korea. The key point is that it is an easy and tasty way to replenish missing nutrients instead of pills, which are hard to take!

The lineup includes five different vitamin drinks, including the peach-flavored "Peach Collagen" and the sweet yogurt-flavored "Daily Ful-vita"! These colorful, energy-charged vitamin drinks are perfect for a break from Oshi-katsu!

[Vita Cafe]
https://www.instagram.com/vitacafe.japan/

Make a bottle with your favorite person's name on it!
"TAG COFFEE STAN (D)"

​"TAG COFFEE STAN (D)"is located at Sasashima Live's 109 Cinemas Nagoya. This is a coffee service that allows you to customize your drinks and labels to your liking.

There are over 3,000 types of labels! They are popular for people who want to enjoy their favorite artist or favorite person's name on them. The date is also printed on them, so it's also recommended to order them on your favorite person's birthday!

Life Designs

2022.07.08

[Experience Report] Great for gifts and activities! "TAG COFFEE STAN (D)" opens at 109 Cinemas Nagoya...

https://life-designs.jp/webmagazine/tag-coffee-stand-nagoya

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || ).push({});What is "TAG COFFEE STAN (D)"? TAG COFFEE STAN (D) is a bottle-style coffee stand that allows you to carry your own "personality". It is a coffee stand where you can customize the taste and label of your coffee to your liking. It is operated by Suntory Beverage & Food International. The predecessor to TAG COFFEE STAN (D) was "TOUCH AND GO COFFEE (closed in August 2021)" which was located in Nihonbashi, Tokyo. It started as a service that allowed office workers in the vicinity to drink a special cup of coffee even during busy morning hours...

[TAG COFFEE STAN (D) 109 Cinemas Nagoya]
Address : Market Square Sasashima 2F, 4-60-14 Hiraike-cho, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture
https://tag-coffee-stand.jp/

In this issue, we have introduced some of the best spots for fan and otaku activities (Oshi-katsu) in the Nagoya area. Please take a look at them for your reference!

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