Nagoya is a prominent city located centrally on Honshu, the main island of Japan. As the capital of Aichi Prefecture, Nagoya serves as a major cultural and economic hub. With a history that dates back to the samurai era, the city features historical structures like Nagoya Castle, which was constructed in the early 17th century and is known for its golden shachihoko ornaments and ties to the feudal lord Tokugawy Ieyasu. Moreover, Nagoya has a significant role in Japan's industrial domain, notably in the automotive sector with the presence of Toyota's headquarters nearby. It has a mixed urban fabric with broad avenues, modern skyscrapers, as well as traditional temples and shrines. The Osu shopping district offers a maze of streets lined with an eclectic mix of shops and boutiques. Science Museum is another highlight, housing one of the world's largest planetariums. Nagoya also has a rich culinary scene, famous for its distinctive local specialties like Hitsumabushi (grilled eel on rice) and Kishimen (flat udon noodles). Despite being an industrial powerhouse, the city provides various green spaces like the lush parks of Tsuruma and Meijo.
