Overview
Sakae is Nagoya's biggest downtown, dense with department stores and malls, and at its heart floats Oasis 21 (2002) — the glass 'Spaceship-Aqua' roof with water flowing across it. Walk the free rooftop deck for views of the Mirai Tower and Hisaya-odori Park below, with a bus terminal and shops beneath. The classic Nagoya photo frames the illuminated spaceship against the tower at dusk. Add the anime and game shops underground and a stroll through the renewed RAYARD Hisaya-odori Park for an easy half day.
Opening Hours
Rooftop deck 10:00-21:00; shops roughly 10:00-21:00
🚇 Getting there
Directly connected to Sakae Station (Higashiyama and Meijo subway lines), toward Exit 4.
⏱️ How long to visit
About 1.5-2 hours; half a day with shopping.
🌅 Best time to visit
Sunset into evening is best, and Friday-Saturday nights are the district at full tilt.
Travel Tips
The rooftop deck is free — go just before sunset. Illumination colors change seasonally, and buses for Ghibli Park leave from the terminal below.
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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)
Compare direct and connecting flights from Incheon (ICN) to Nagoya on Skyscanner or Google Flights. Early-morning departures from Korea are usually the cheapest option.
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 Sakae & Oasis 21
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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.