[9 selections] Full of spots that can be enjoyed by parents and children. Recommended Outing Spots in Minato Ward, Nagoya City

Nagoya city Minato-ku
Posting date: 2021.05.20

Enjoy all day in the world of LEGO blocks
"LEGOLAND Japan"

LEGOLAND Japan

LEGOLAND Japan

"Submarine Adventure". It is an attraction that "becomes a member of LEGO divers and explores secret ancient ruins on the bottom of the sea".

LEGOLAND Japan

"LEGO Factory Tour" to Learn How LEGO Bricks Are Made & Their History

LEGOLAND Japan

"Miniland", where more than 10 million Lego blocks are used to recreate cities and famous places from all over Japan, including Nagoya, Hokkaido, Tokyo, Osaka, and Hiroshima.

"Legoland Japan" opened in 2017.

LEGOLAND Japan is an outdoor theme park for families where visitors can enjoy a full day in the world of LEGO bricks. The park has more than 40 rides, shows, theaters, restaurants, stores, and more.

Please also check out the hotel "LEGOLAND Japan Hotel" where the world of Lego blocks spreads out, and the aquarium "SEA LIFE Nagoya" surrounded by Lego blocks.

[LEGOLAND Japan]
Address: 2-7-1 Kinjo Futo, Minato Ward, Nagoya City, Aichi
Business hours: 10:00~ (*Closing time varies depending on the day)
Regular holiday: According to the park calendar
Parking lot: None (Please use "Kinjofuto parking lot")

https://www.legoland.jp/

Irresistible for Railway Lovers!
"SCMAGLEV and Railway Park"

From the left: Type C62 steam locomotive, Type 955 Shinkansen test train, Superconducting Maglev MLX01-1

"Type 922 Shinkansen Electric Tramway Comprehensive Test Vehicle", which is well known for its compatibility with "Doctor Yellow", which has many strong fans.

A diorama boasting the largest area in Japan with an area of about 220 square meters and a total rail length of about 1 km.

SCMAGLEV and Railway Park is located in Kinjo Futo, Minato Ward, Nagoya City.

The museum exhibits 39 actual rolling stock from conventional railways to superconducting linear trains, centering on the Tokaido Shinkansen bullet train. Another major attraction of the facility is that visitors can learn about the history and mechanisms of railroads through hands-on experiences, such as the Superconducting Linear Exhibit Room, where visitors can simulate speeds of 500 km/h, and a full-scale driving simulator.

You can also purchase ekiben at the Delica Station. There are a wide variety of bento lunch boxes, including ones limited to SCMAGLEV and Railway Park and ones for kids.

[SCMAGLEV and Railway Park]
Address: 3-2-2 Kinjofuto, Minato Ward, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture 455-0848
Opening hours: 10:00-17:30 (last admission 30 minutes before closing)
Closed: Every Tuesday (the next day if it falls on a national holiday), December 28th to January 1st
*Open on Tuesdays during spring break, Golden Week, summer vacation, etc.

https://museum.jr-central.co.jp/

Let's enjoy making things for adults and children!
"Maker's Pier"

Maker's Pier

"Central Park" is located in the middle of Makers Pier. Here, a powerful fountain show, reaching 10 meters high, is held every hour from 10:00 to 21:00.

At Maker's Labo, you can experience full-fledged craftsmanship on a daily basis, such as stained glass experience and electric potter's wheel experience. (At the time of the interview, I tried making a glass stamp.)

"Maker's Pier" is located in Kinjo Futo, Minato Ward, Nagoya City. This is a complex facility where you can experience a variety of craftsmanship, with the theme of "giving energy and vitality to people through craftsmanship".You can experience various things such as sample making experience and original T-shirt making!

In addition to hands-on facilities, there are plenty of things to enjoy from morning to evening, such as "Central Park" where restaurants are lined up, and "Uptown" which mainly sells miscellaneous goods and accessories.

[Maker's Pier]
Address: 2-7-1 Kinjofuto, Minato Ward, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture 455-0848
Business hours: Varies by store

*Please check the business hours of each shop as the business hours differ depending on the shop.

http://www.makerspier.com

Hidden flower garden at Nagoya Port
"Bluebonnet"

You can appreciate seasonal flowers in 22 gardens divided by theme, such as English gardens and designer gardens. (Entrance fee 300 yen)

"Herb Garden" with various herbs

“Wildflower Village” where wildflowers (a general term for wild flowers that grow naturally in various natural environments) are in full bloom

Did you know that there is a hidden flower garden near Nagoya Port?  "Wildflower Garden Bluebonnet" was opened in 2002 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Chubu Electric Power.

The park is filled with wildflowers and grasses, including the "bluebonnet," the state flower of Texas, which is also the name of the facility. It is also an eco-friendly spot that uses waste heat from a thermal power plant to heat the ground.

You will be surprised to know that there is such a beautiful place in such a place. The park offers a spectacular view that is sure to surprise you.

[Nagoya Port Wildflower Garden Bluebonnet]
Address: 42 Shiomicho, Minato Ward, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture 455-0028
Business hours: 9:30-17:00
Closed: Mondays (if Monday is a holiday, the following day will be closed)

http://www.wfg-bluebonnet.com/

Recommended for families with children!
"LaLaport Nagoya Minato AQULS"

LaLaport Nagoya Minato AQULS

The first Tsutaya bookstore in the Tokai area opens at the welcome approach

A family zone designed by Eight Park, a popular parent-child café

"Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport Nagoya Minato AQULS" opened in September 2018 in Minato Ward, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture.

Shopping is not the only way to enjoy LaLaport. There are plenty of facilities where children can play, such as the family zone designed by Eight Park and the indoor playground equipment facility "Asobi Park Plus". It is a facility full of points that families with children can enjoy, such as a list of kids' menus in front of the food court.

[Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport Nagoya Minato AQULS]
Address: 2-3-2 Koumei, Minato Ward, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture
Number of stores: 217 stores
Parking number: about 3,000
Transportation: Nagoya Municipal Subway Meiko Line "Minato Kuyakusho Station" 2 minutes on foot "Tokaidori Station" 3 minutes on foot

https://mitsui-shopping-park.com/lalaport/minatoaquls/

This time, we introduced recommended outing spots in Minato Ward, Nagoya City. Perfect as a day trip spot from the Nagoya area! Please refer to it.

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