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Nagakute長久手
Spend half a day in Nagakute: ride the Linimo maglev to Ghibli Park or Toyota Museum, then return to Nagoya.
Nagakute is a small town east of Nagoya, best explored in a few hours via the Linimo maglev. Main attractions are Ghibli Park and the Toyota Automobile Museum, both reachable from Fujigaoka station.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Mar–May, Oct–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat, humidity)
- Airport
- NGO
- Nights
- 0–1 (day trip)
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Nagakute110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Nagakute, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetyNagakute is safe; main risks are summer heat and occasional crowded events at Ghibli Park – stay hydrated and keep valuables secure.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckNGO Chubu Centrair International (Linimo from Fujigaoka ≈ 65 min, ¥1,400 (≈ US$10) (check)).
- Getting aroundLinimo maglev runs from Fujigaoka to Aichi Expo Memorial Park (≈13 min).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee¥300–500 (≈ US$3–4)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))¥2,200–2,700 (≈ US$15–19)
- Museum or sight ticketToyota Museum entry¥1,000 (≈ US$7)
- Budget bedCapsule or hostel bed, a night, per person¥3,500 (≈ US$25)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥5,000 (≈ US$35) · Mid ¥8,000 (≈ US$55) · High ¥12,000 (≈ US$85)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- NGO Chubu Centrair International (Linimo from Fujigaoka ≈ 65 min, ¥1,400 (check))
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Feb
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Mar
Best
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Apr
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
not flagged
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
not flagged
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Oct
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Dec
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Best: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C) low), wettest Jun (10 rain days), driest Jan (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Nagakute: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
6 rd
Feb
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
6 rd
Mar
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
8 rd
Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
9 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
9 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
10 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
10 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9 rd
Sep
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
8 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
7 rd
Nov
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
6 rd
Dec
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
6 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Linimo maglev runs from Fujigaoka to Aichi Expo Memorial Park (≈13 min). Use the Higashiyama subway to reach Fujigaoka (≈26 min from Nagoya). Buses and taxis fill gaps.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Ghibli Park
goDoor to door: ≈45 min total
Linimo from Fujigaoka to Aichi Expo Memorial Park (≈13 min)
Timed tickets required; buy early.
Toyota Automobile Museum
goDoor to door: ≈40 min total
Linimo to Geidai-dori station, then 5‑min walk
Entry ¥1,000.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Nagoya Station area
Convenient hub for Linimo transfers; ideal for a night if you want to base in Nagoya.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥5,000–8,000 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥8,000–12,000 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- High
- ¥12,000 (≈ US$85)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Capsule or hostel bed1 × 1 night × ¥4,500 | ¥4,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ¥8,000 | ¥8,000 |
| Linimo day‑pass1 × ¥800 · unlimited rides | ¥800 |
| Prepaid IC card (Manaca)1 × ¥0 · covers subway and bus fares | ¥0 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥1,330 |
| Trip total≈ ¥14,630 per person per day, bed included | ¥14,630≈ US$100 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | ¥300–500 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Bento box | ¥600–1,200 (≈ US$5–9) |
| Taxi (5 km) | ¥2,200–2,700 (≈ US$15–19) |
| Linimo single ride | ¥210–340 (≈ US$2–3) (check) |
| Toyota Museum entry | ¥1,000 (≈ US$7) |
| Ghibli Park entry | ¥1,000–4,500 (≈ US$7–35) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Last Linimo trains run around 23:00; plan return before then.Last Linimo trains run around 11:00 PM; plan return before then.
- Ghibli Park tickets are timed and must be booked in advance (check).
- Summer heat can be high; carry water.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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Nagakute長久手
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My bed tonight
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ここまでお願いしますTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
Embassy
US consulate in Nagoya (check address); other embassies in Tokyo.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Linimo Fujigaoka → Expo Park: ≈ ¥210–340 per ride (check)
- Taxi Nagakute → Nagoya Station: ≈ ¥2,500–3,000
Say or show
- すみません — Excuse me / Sorry (sumimasen)
- ありがとうございます — Thank you (arigatō gozaimasu)
- いくらですか？ — How much is it? (ikura desu ka)
- トイレはどこですか？ — Where is the toilet? (toire wa doko desu ka)
- カードで払えますか？ — Can I pay by card? (kādo de haraemasu ka)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Nagakute. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Oct–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (heat, humidity) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Linimo day‑pass (¥800) for unlimited rides.
- Combine Nagakute visit with Nagoya city attractions.
- Use a prepaid IC card (Manaca) for subway and bus.
Sources
- officialNagakute city official site
- officialGhibli Park official site
- officialToyota Automobile Museum
- secondaryWikivoyage: Nagakute, revision 5156869 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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