Overview
Fanning out from the vermilion Osu Kannon temple, eight arcades hold some 1,200 shops — Nagoya's biggest and liveliest market district. Born as an Edo-era temple town, it now jumbles vintage clothing, electronics, anime and subculture shops with street food from around the world. Graze on karaage and Taiwanese castella as you wander, and catch the antique market in the temple grounds on the 18th and 28th of each month. Think Ameyoko crossed with Harajuku.
Opening Hours
Most shops 10:00-20:00 (varies by store)
🚇 Getting there
Right at Exit 2 of Osu Kannon Station (Tsurumai subway line), or 3 minutes from Kamimaezu Station.
⏱️ How long to visit
About 2-3 hours.
🌅 Best time to visit
Afternoons have the best buzz; time it with the antique market on the 18th or 28th if you can.
Travel Tips
Vintage hunting is best in the lanes west of Osu Kannon; street food clusters on Banshoji-dori. The flagship Komehyo second-hand department store is worth a browse.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Nagoya, Japan from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
Check visa rules for Japan on the Korean MOFA travel advisory site before flying — visa-free, visa-on-arrival or e-visa rules change often. Keep at least 6 months of passport validity.
Flight from Incheon (ICN)
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KRW ↔ Local Currency
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Korean Community · Korean Food
Many cities have an active Korean community in Nagoya with Korean restaurants, mini-marts, and Korean-speaking guides. Search Naver Cafe or KakaoTalk open chats for "Nagoya 한인" before you go.
Attractions near Osu Shopping District
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Things to Do in Nagoya
Me~guru Sightseeing Bus Tour
A loop bus linking only the hits — Nagoya Castle, the Toyota museum, Tokugawaen — with a day pass that maps your whole day and adds admission discounts.
Ghibli Park Day Trip
Ride the Linimo maglev out to Nagakute and spend the day walking Ghibli's worlds, from the Grand Warehouse to Howl's castle. Advance reservations essential.
Tokoname Pottery Path Walk
A half day on the Pottery Path of Tokoname, one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns — brick chimneys, clay-pipe walls, the maneki-neko lane and hands-on pottery studios. Right by Centrair, perfect for departure day.