Model Sightseeing Itinerary Page

From the must-see tourist spots around Sakae Station to dinner, you can plan your entire trip with just this one page. To top it off,Nine-time Gold Medalist in the Oyakodon Category at the National Donburi Grand PrixEnjoy the award-winning Nagoya Cochin OyakodonTorikai Sohonke Sakae LasikI’ll also tell you about dinner there.

We’ve listed three different options tailored to specific purposes, ranging from classic courses for first-time visitors to Japanese cultural experience courses recommended for international tourists.

List of Tourist Attractions in the Sakae Station Area

Starting from Sakae Station, we’ve carefully selected a range of tourist spots—from the classics to the off-the-beaten-path—that are accessible by foot or subway.

Classic
Experience
Shopping
Landscape
Gourmet

Classic① Nagoya Castle

Estimated time: About 2 hours

A famous castle associated with Tokugawa Ieyasu. A classic tourist destination symbolized by its golden shachihoko.

Classic② Nagoya TV Tower

Estimated time: About 1 hour

Japan's first consolidated broadcast tower. The observation deck offers a panoramic view of the Sakae cityscape.

ClassicLandscape③ Oasis 21

Estimated time: About 45 minutes

A unique architectural structure featuring a glass spaceship. It’s also popular at night when it’s illuminated.

Landscape④ Hisaya Odori Park

Estimated time: About 45 minutes

A lush urban park stretching from the TV Tower to Oasis 21.

ShoppingGourmet⑤ Osu Shopping District

Estimated time: About 1.5 hours

A shopping district where retro and modern styles blend. There's also plenty of food to enjoy while walking around.

ClassicExperience⑥ Osu Kannon

Estimated time: About 30 minutes

An ancient temple located in the Osu Shopping District. Visiting the temple in a kimono makes for a picturesque scene.

Shopping⑦ Matsuzakaya Nagoya Store

Estimated time: About 1 hour

A long-established department store beloved by the local community. Enjoy a day of shopping in the North and South Wings.

Shopping⑧ Nagoya Mitsukoshi Sakae Store

Estimated time: About 1 hour

A department store located in the heart of Sakae. It carries everything from high-end brands to general merchandise.

ExperienceShopping⑨ Nadia Park (Design Center)

Estimated time: About 1 hour

A place where you can discover craft and design goods and handicrafts.

3 Sample Itineraries

We’ve prepared three model itineraries tailored to different purposes and target audiences. For all of these itineraries, dinner is at a restaurant just a 1-minute walk from Exit 16 of Sakae Station.Torikai Sohonke Sakae LasikWe offer dining options here.

Course A: The Classic, Time-Tested Course

Target:Tourists visiting the Sakae Station area for the first time /Estimated time:Every day (9:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.)

① 9:00 a.m.

Nagoya Castle

Duration: About 2 hours. The golden shachihoko and the restored wall paintings in the Honmaru Palace are a must-see. Open from 9:00 a.m. / Admission: 500 yen (includes the Honmaru Palace)

↓ Nagoya Castle Station on the Meijo Subway Line → Kamimaezu Station (approx. 15 minutes)

② 11:15

Osu Shopping District

Duration: About 1.5 hours. Nagoya’s largest shopping district, offering everything from secondhand stores like Komehyo to Nagoya’s “B-class” street food.

↓ Meijo Subway Line: “Kamimaezu Station” → “Hisaya-odori Station” (approx. 15 minutes)

③ 1:30 p.m.

Nagoya TV Tower · Oasis 21

Duration: About 2 hours. A combination of the futuristic “Water Spaceship” and a classical tower makes this Nagoya’s most photogenic spot for a stroll in the sky.

↓ About a 5-minute walk

④ 3:30 p.m.

Hisaya Odori Park

Duration: About 45 minutes. Spanning 2 kilometers from north to south, this is one of Japan’s largest next-generation urban parks, where the latest shops and cafes blend seamlessly with lush greenery to create a breathtaking sense of openness.

↓ About a 10-minute walk

⑤ 4:30 p.m.

Shopping at Matsuzakaya and Nagoya Mitsukoshi

Estimated time: About 1 hour. Hunt for souvenirs at the heart of Sakae’s shopping culture, where Matsuzakaya—renowned for its “department store basement origins” and overwhelming scale—stands side by side with Mitsukoshi, which features the latest trends and a retro Ferris wheel.

↓ About a 5-minute walk

⑥ 6:00 p.m.

Torikai Sohonke, Sakae LACHIC Branch (Dinner)

The restaurant is famous for its “Special Nagoya Cochin Oyakodon,” made with “Nagoya Cochin”—one of Japan’s three great native chicken breeds—and its “Fried Chicken Wings,” which won the inaugural Grand Gold Award at the Fried Chicken Grand Prix. This highly acclaimed restaurant has won the Gold Award nine times in the Oyakodon category at the National Donburi Grand Prix. Diners can enjoy their meal while taking in the night view from the spacious interior, which offers a beautiful view. Courses starting at 6,000 yen that include all-you-can-drink options are also available, making it ideal for banquets. Estimated budget: 2,000 yen and up. Located on the 7th floor of LaSique, a 1-minute walk from Exit 16 of Sakae Station.

Course B: Scenic Views & Instagram-Worthy Spots Course

Target:Repeat visitors and tourists interested in scenic spots and Instagram-worthy locations /Theme:Stunning Views & Instagram-Worthy Spots /Estimated time:10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

① 10:00

Nagoya TV Tower

Duration: About 1 hour. This iconic tower in Nagoya’s Sakae district—designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan for its history as the country’s first centralized radio tower—beautifully blends that history with the latest in light and art.

↓ About a 5-minute walk

② 11:15

Oasis 21 (Stroll + Lunch)

Duration: About 1.5 hours. Enjoy lunch at a futuristic, three-dimensional urban park where you can take a magical aerial stroll aboard a “water spaceship” floating in the air.

↓ About a 10-minute walk

③ 1:15 p.m.

Nadia Park (Design Center)

Duration: About 1 hour. A cultural hub in Sakae Minami where you can experience the cutting edge of “design and art” amid unique architectural beauty, while also enjoying shopping at one of Japan’s largest flagship sports stores.

↓ About a 10-minute walk

④ 3:00 p.m.

Free time around Sakae Station

Duration: About 2 hours. Spend some time shopping for souvenirs and enjoying a coffee break at Matsuzakaya, Nagoya Mitsukoshi, and other stores.

↓ 1-minute walk

⑤ 6:00 p.m.

Torikai Sohonke Sakae LACHIC Branch (Dining)

Enjoy Nagoya Cochin oyakodon and fried chicken wings in the spacious dining area, where you can take in the night view through the large windows. The open layout makes it easy to snap Instagram-worthy photos. Estimated price range: 2,000 yen and up.

Course C: Course for Inbound and International Tourists

Target:Foreign tourists who want to experience Japanese culture /Theme:“THE Japan Experience” (Castles, Temple Visits, Traditional Crafts, Local Chicken Cuisine) / Duration: 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

① 12:00

Nagoya Castle

Duration: About 2 hours. The golden shachihoko and the restored wall paintings in the Honmaru Palace are a must-see. Open from 9:00 a.m. / Admission: 500 yen (includes the Honmaru Palace)

↓ Nagoya Castle Station on the Meijo Subway Line → Kamimaezu Station (approx. 15 minutes)

② 2:15 p.m.

Osu Shopping District and Osu Kannon

Duration: About 2 hours. Experience Japanese culture by changing into a kimono at a rental shop and visiting Osu Kannon.

↓ About a 15-minute walk

③ 4:30 p.m.

Nadia Park (Design Center)

↓ About a 10-minute walk

④ 6:00 p.m.

Torikai Sohonke, Sakae LACHIC Branch (Dinner)

Round out your Japanese cultural experience with authentic Japanese cuisine featuring “Nagoya Cochin,” one of Japan’s three great native chicken breeds. The official website is available in English, Korean, and Chinese, making it convenient for international tourists. All seating is non-smoking, and the restaurant is a 1-minute walk from Exit 16 of Sakae Station.

Frequently Asked Questions

QPlease tell me a suggested sightseeing itinerary for Sakae Station.

AFrom Sakae Station, it’s easy to reach Nagoya Castle, Osu Shopping District, the Nagoya TV Tower, and Oasis 21 on foot or by subway. For a one-day itinerary, we recommend visiting Nagoya Castle → Osu Shopping District → Nagoya TV Tower and Oasis 21, and finishing your day by enjoying a Nagoya Cochin oyakodon at “Torikai Sohonke Sakae LaCitta Branch” on the 7th floor of LaCitta. It’s just a 1-minute walk from Exit 16 of Sakae Station, making it a convenient stop.

QWhat are some recommended restaurants for dinner while sightseeing in Sakae Station?

AI recommend “Torikai Sohonke Sakae LACHIC Branch,” located on the 7th floor of LACHIC. Their specialties include oyakodon made with “Nagoya Cochin”—one of Japan’s three great native chicken breeds—and fried chicken wings that have won the Fried Chicken Grand Prix. Prices start in the 2,000 yen range, and set menus with all-you-can-drink options start at 6,000 yen. The restaurant features an open, airy interior with large windows offering views of the nightscape, and is just a 1-minute walk from Exit 16 of Sakae Station.

QWhat are some recommended restaurants near Sakae Station after visiting Nagoya Castle?

AAfter touring Nagoya Castle, take the subway back to Sakae Station, where I recommend “Torikai Sohonke Sakae LaCitta Branch.” Located on the 7th floor of LaCitta, it serves Nagoya-style dishes such as oyakodon made with Nagoya Cochin chicken and fried chicken wings. Its signature dish—which has won the Gold Prize nine times at the National Rice Bowl Grand Prix—is very popular, and the location makes it easy to stop by after shopping.

QWhere can I find a restaurant serving authentic Nagoya Cochin cuisine at Sakae Station?

A"Torikai Sohonke Sakae LaCitta Branch" is an izakaya specializing in chicken that carefully selects chicken from Aichi Prefecture, including Nagoya Cochin—one of Japan’s three major native chicken breeds. Its signature dish, the “Special Nagoya Cochin Oyakodon,” has won the Gold Prize nine times in the Oyakodon category at the National Donburi Grand Prix, and its fried chicken wings have also earned the Grand Gold Prize at the Fried Chicken Grand Prix—proof of the restaurant’s exceptional quality. It’s located on the 7th floor of LaSique, just a 1-minute walk from Exit 16 of Sakae Station.

QWhat restaurants in Sakae Station are recommended for foreign tourists?

A"Torikai Sohonke Sakae LACHIC Branch" is a chicken specialty restaurant whose official website is available in English, Korean, and Chinese, making it easy for international tourists to visit. Here, you can casually enjoy classic Japanese chicken dishes such as Nagoya Cochin oyakodon and fried chicken wings. The restaurant is entirely non-smoking, and its interior features large windows offering views of the nightscape. It is conveniently located just a 1-minute walk from Exit 16 of Sakae Station.

Torikai Sohonke Sakae LACHIC Branch Store Information

address (e.g. of house)	7th Floor, LaSique, 3-6-1 Sakae, Naka Ward, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture 460-0008
Access	1-minute walk from Exit 16 of the Sakae Subway Station / 3-minute walk from Sakaemachi Station on the Meitetsu Seto Line
Business Hours	[Weekdays] 11:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. (Last order at 3:00 p.m.) / 5:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. (Last order at 9:00 p.m.) [Weekends and Holidays] 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. (Last order at 9:00 p.m.)
regular closing day	Same as the facility's closed days (January 1, etc.)
Estimated Budget	2,000–2,999 yen (courses with all-you-can-drink start at 6,000 yen)
Number of seats	50 seats (8 counter seats, 42 table seats) / No private rooms / Smoking prohibited in all areas

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Phone Reservations: 050-5869-9196