Nagoya Metro Guide 2026: Lines, Stations & Travel Tips
Heading to Nagoya? The Nagoya Metro is clean, efficient, and perfect for getting around the city from Sakae shopping and Nagoya Castle to Nagoya Station and the airport.
This guide will show you how to use the Nagoya Metro, including lines, key stations, operating hours, ticket options, and handy tips so you can ride like a local while exploring the beauty of Nagoya.
Nagoya Metro Map and Lines
Nagoya’s subway network is well-developed, covering the city center and surrounding districts with six lines.
Main Metro Lines :
- Higashiyama Line (Yellow) – Connects Takabata to Fujigaoka, passing through Sakae and Nagoya Station. Ideal for shopping, sightseeing, and business districts.
- Meijo Line (Purple) – A circular line linking major hubs like Kanayama, Sakae, and Nagoya Dome. Great for flexible travel around the city.
- Sakuradori Line (Red) – Runs from Nakamura Koen to Tokushige, connecting Nagoya Station to Fushimi and the airport-bound Meitetsu line.
- Tsurumai Line (Blue) – Extends from Kami-Otai to Akaike, passing through Nagoya Station and Toyota-related areas.
- Kamiida Line (Green) – A short line branching from the Meijo Line, mainly serving northern neighborhoods.
- Higashiyama-Kamiiida Extension – New sections added to improve city access in 2026.
Key Stations of Nagoya Metro
Station | Why Stop Here? |
Nagoya Station | Main transport hub: Shinkansen, JR, buses, and shopping |
Sakae | Heart of downtown, shopping, restaurants, nightlife |
Fushimi | Access to Nagoya City Science Museum and Osu shopping district |
Kanayama | Transfer hub for JR, Meitetsu, and Kintetsu lines |
Nagoya Dome-mae Yada | Near Nagoya Dome and entertainment venues |
Hisaya-odori | Close to Nagoya TV Tower and cultural sites |
Kamimaezu | Gateway to downtown restaurants and boutique shops |
Nagoya Metro Operating Hours
The Nagoya Metro runs daily, with frequent trains but shorter evening hours than major cities:
- First trains: 5:30–6:00 AM
- Last trains: 11:30 PM
- Frequency: Every 3–10 minutes depending on the line and time
Airport Access via Nagoya Metro
While the subway does not go directly to Chubu Centrair International Airport, connections are easy:
- Take the Meitetsu Limited Express from Meitetsu Nagoya Station (~30 minutes).
- Nagoya Station Access: Higashiyama Line or Meijo Line connects directly to Meitetsu Nagoya.
Nagoya Metro Tickets, Passes, and Fares
Nagoya Metro fares are distance-based and affordable:
Ticket Type | Fare (JPY) | Approx. S$ |
Short trips | 210 | ~S$2.00 |
Medium trips | 250 | ~S$2.40 |
Longer trips | 330 | ~S$3.20 |
Children under 6 | Free | Free |
IC Cards (Manaca / TOICA):
- Stored-value cards work on Nagoya Metro, buses, and even some convenience stores.
- Price: ~¥2,000 initial (includes stored value)
- Use: Tap at entry and exit; fare deducted automatically
- Top-up: Ticket machines, convenience stores, or station counters
Top Rated Hotels in Nagoya
5 star
Amazing3102 Reviews
Nagoya City Centre Nagoya|2.43km from downtown
The location is, without a doubt, excellent! On a rainy day, you can go directly from Meitetsu Station to the hotel lobby on the 15th floor, and public transportation to other places is also very convenient. It's surrounded by shopping malls, which is super handy! The breakfast selection isn't huge, definitely not as extensive as many other hotels, but the ambiance and service are good, and the rooms are a bit larger. Overall, I'm satisfied.FromSGD 227
Great2025 Reviews
Nagoya City Centre Nagoya|2.19km from downtown
The bed was incredibly small, and they wouldn't even provide an extra duvet, only a blanket without a cover. At the front desk, remember to ask for your skincare amenities yourself when you check in; otherwise, they'll pretend not to have any – it's just fake politeness. I guess the hot spring is the only reason to choose this place. In comparison, I much prefer JR Gate Tower; they directly give you Takashimaya coupons, and the bathroom is also much more spacious.FromSGD 148
Great1429 Reviews
Nagoya City Centre Nagoya|1.9km from downtown
It’s about a 17‑minute walk from the JR station, so it can be a bit tough if you’re carrying large luggage. The hotel has a stylish, modern look, and the breakfast is great. You can choose from four options, and they can adjust ingredients a bit for guests with allergies. There are quite a few visitors from Hong Kong and Taiwan, and most of the staff can speak Chinese. However, I wouldn’t recommend speaking Chinese to them; the service tends to be better when you use English, like the Western guests do.FromSGD 151
Great1323 Reviews
Sakae Nagoya|1.58km from downtown
I stayed for three nights and was very satisfied. The room was spacious, not cramped at all, and I even got upgraded to a higher floor. It's very close to the Sakae shopping district, with all the malls just about a 15-minute walk away. In the other direction is Shin-Sakae, where you can find quite a few Chinese restaurants. There's a Sugi pharmacy right outside the hotel, which is super convenient for buying cosmetics, daily necessities, and food – I shopped there every day. For breakfast, you can choose between the ground floor buffet or the second-floor Japanese set meal. I'd definitely recommend the buffet on the ground floor; it has a wide variety, including名古屋特色的烤鸡翅 (Nagoya-style fried chicken wings), though it can get a bit crowded. The service was also excellent, absolutely flawless. I'll definitely stay here again if I come back to Nagoya. The only thing to note is that the road leading to Sakae is a gentle uphill slope, which might be a little tiring if you're pushing a stroller.FromSGD 79
Great906 Reviews
Nagoya|3.04km from downtown
Excellent service, room was comfortable with superb view of the city but a wee bit noisy at night till the train service stopped, club lounge was a plus but it closed too early (9pm), breakfast was ok particularly loved the French toast and very very delicious gelato although strangely enough fried eggs weren’t available daily and fruit choices were meagre (orange, honeydew and pineapple). A pleasant stay overall.FromSGD 133
Great440 Reviews
Nagoya City Centre Nagoya|1.87km from downtown
Hilton Nagoya
📍 **Location:** Conveniently situated in the heart of Nagoya, the hotel is just a 5-minute walk from Nagoya Station. This prime location offers easy access to the Shinkansen (bullet train), subway, and Meitetsu lines, making it incredibly convenient for exploring shopping areas like Sakae and Osu Kannon, or visiting Nagoya Castle. With convenience stores and drugstores nearby, it's perfect for both business and leisure travelers.
True to Japanese hotel standards, the cleanliness is impeccable. Both the guest rooms and public areas are well-maintained, showing no signs of age or wear and tear. Higher floor rooms offer stunning panoramic views of the Nagoya Station area's nightscape.
The front desk staff are professional and communicate fluently in English, and room service is prompt and efficient.
On a separate note, we encountered a minor issue during our stay. However, two managers were incredibly helpful and quickly resolved the problem to our complete satisfaction. Many thanks to them for their excellent assistance! 🙏FromSGD 116
Swimming pool
Great879 Reviews
Nagoya City Centre Nagoya|2.06km from downtown
First time to stay this Hotel chain, find fine and nice. Have spa in reasonable price.FromSGD 52
Great361 Reviews
Nagoya City Centre Nagoya|0.59km from downtown
It was a comfy 2 nights stay, staff were friendly and helpful. Location is good, quite central and just few mins with underground mall that connects to Sakae station. Room was comfy, breakfast was ok, free one cup of alcohol at night, onsen was basic, crowded when I went but still a good experience!FromSGD 51
Amazing17 Reviews
Nagoya|1.05km from downtown
From the guest-only entrance, you pass through a space surrounded by artworks to the reception desk, where you can enjoy the utmost in luxury. From both the reception and the restaurant, you can enjoy a spectacular view of Nagoya Castle all to yourself. With an unobstructed view all the way to the main citadel, you'll almost forget you're in central Nagoya. On the other hand, the guest rooms with a view of Nagoya Castle and those on the other side give very different impressions. From the rooms on the other side, you can see the residential cityscape of Nagoya, and there are no particularly good spots for a night view. If you're going to stay overnight, why not splurge a little and enjoy the spectacular view of Nagoya Castle from your room from the morning? Before my stay, I thought the price was high for accommodation in Nagoya, but it was worth it.FromSGD 1,086
Very Good160 Reviews
Sakae Nagoya|1.7km from downtown
I enjoyed staying here for 3 nights. Very friendly staff and budget-friendly hotel for solo-travellers. Around 10 miniute walk to Sakae station. Easy to access the centre of Sakae, can walk to see Mirai Tower and shopping malls. I also enjoyed breakfast and public bath. At the lobby, they also serve self-cafe machine so you can have coffee, newspaper, and extra amenities. The room was very clean. I will stay here again when I visit Nagoya again 😊.FromSGD 64
Very Good61 Reviews
Nagoya|10.03km from downtown
need to take 4 more stop of JR train from nagoya station , and then walk for at least 5 mins from station. Hotel is clean and onsen was exceptional large, another good option if you don’t want to stay need the Nagoya station 😆FromSGD 81
Very Good14 Reviews
Nagoya City Centre Nagoya|1.93km from downtown
The location is not close to JR Nagoya Station, but you can get to the hotel within 10 minutes. There is a skewers shop and K-room nearby the hotel. There is also a restaurant open until 5am, which makes it quite lively at night. The service is very good and the staff are very polite. But the room is very small, but the hot spring area is clean. The breakfast is very ordinary, but it has eel rice. For breakfast, we recommend going to Minimall Exit 11. Hoshino Coffee Shop has a unique breakfast in Nagoya. The hotel seems to have a free bartending bar from 5 to 8 in the afternoon, which is really fun.FromSGD 65
Breakfast
Great1236 Reviews
Nagoya City Centre Nagoya|0.91km from downtown
Although the room size isn't huge, it's quite acceptable for a major city like Nagoya. Every day, after returning to the hotel, I could relax in the large public bath on the rooftop, which really helped to relieve the day's fatigue. Since I didn't use the room's bathroom, I put my suitcase in there, which effectively increased the usable space in the bedroom. Plus, the hotel provides DHC cosmetics for free, which is definitely a highlight. The hotel's location is excellent, very close to Sakae commercial district, Oasis 21, and Nagoya TV Tower. Nagoya Castle is only about a 15-minute walk away. For dinner, if you turn right out of the hotel and walk for about 5 minutes, you'll find an underground shopping street beneath the Nagoya TV Tower with all sorts of restaurants and a food supermarket. There's also a convenient store right outside the hotel. While the breakfast selection isn't incredibly diverse, I particularly enjoyed the unagi don (eel rice bowl) and ramen. The staff were very enthusiastic. Choosing this hotel for my stay was definitely a smart decision.FromSGD 77
Very Good1186 Reviews
Nagoya City Centre Nagoya|2.47km from downtown
The hotel's location is amazing. Direct access to the underground mall with plenty of eateries, shopping and groceries. Walk the underground mall directly to reach JR Gate Tower Mall with Bic Camera and Uniqlo /Gu. Not to mention very near to the train lines. The room was clean and comfortable. Staff was pleasant during check in and check out. And they helped us to store our luggage for some last minute shopping.FromSGD 79
Great1876 Reviews
Nagoya City Centre Nagoya|2.89km from downtown
This hotel was a great choice for my family trip. Firstly, it's just a ten-minute walk from Nagoya Station and Takashimaya, making it super convenient to get to nearby shopping areas. The staff were really welcoming and check-in was smooth and efficient. The hotel's facilities and amenities, including the toiletries, were all very good. They even have a microwave at the front desk, which was a nice bonus for guests.FromSGD 56
Great967 Reviews
Nagoya City Centre Nagoya|2.24km from downtown
Although the room is quite small, the room is very clean and well equipped. Just got to adjust abit and you will find space haha I love how they offer all the toiletries at the lobby! Super convenient location with food and convenience stores downstairs/nearby. Few mins walk from Nagoya stations with all the malls side by side. You can even walk underground (mister donut direction).FromSGD 63
Very Good1325 Reviews
Nagoya City Centre Nagoya|0.96km from downtown
The hotel's location is super convenient, just a few minutes' walk from the subway exit, right on the main road. It's very clean, and both the pillows and mattresses are really soft. It's also easy to get to the Rong business district. I even walked to the Crow Coffee, which appeared in 'Goro's Uncle,' in about fifteen minutes.FromSGD 55
Great810 Reviews
Nagoya City Centre Nagoya|2.84km from downtown
This hotel is actually located at the Taikō-dōri exit, not the Shinkansen exit, which is a bit confusing given its name. However, it's good that it's at the Taikō-dōri exit, as the Shinkansen exit is too far for most tourists who typically won't be using the bullet train.
The hotel's location is decent. If you're really tired after a day out, it might feel a bit far from the station, but if you have some energy, it's perfectly fine.
The hotel itself is very nice, with a good atmosphere and excellent service. The front desk can arrange Yamato Transport (Kuroneko Takkyubin) to send your large luggage from this hotel to your next one (delivery is next-day). The price varies by luggage size; a 26-inch suitcase cost me around 150 RMB.
However, the room is genuinely tiny. You can't even fully open a half-opened suitcase flat on the floor.
Breakfast was absolutely terrible... Thankfully, there's a Lawson or FamilyMart just about 50 meters away.FromSGD 59
How to Ride Nagoya Metro
- Plan Your Route: Check station maps or apps; lines are color-coded and well-signed.
- Buy Ticket / Use IC Card: Tokens for one-time travel or Manaca card for multiple trips.
- Enter the Gate: Tap or insert token.
- Find Your Platform: Follow signs showing train direction.
- Board the Train: Wait behind the yellow line; let passengers exit first.
- Exit at Your Station: Tap or insert token to leave.
Tips to Board Nagoya Metro
- Plan Your Route in Advance
Check the station map or a transit app for line colors, transfer points, and direction. - Choose Your Ticket or IC Card
- Single-journey ticket: Good for one-time rides; buy from ticket machines.
- IC Card (Manaca / TOICA): Best for repeat trips; tap in and out for automatic fare deduction.
- Enter the Station
Insert your token or tap your IC card at the fare gate. Make sure to hold the card flat and wait for the green light. - Locate the Correct Platform
Follow the color-coded line signs and English directions. - Board Safely
Stand behind the yellow safety line. Let passengers exit before you enter the train. - During the Ride
- Keep belongings secure and be mindful of crowded times (morning/evening rush).
- Priority seats are for elderly, disabled, pregnant passengers, or those with small children.
- Top-Up IC Cards When Needed
- Use ticket machines, convenience stores, or service counters.
- IC cards can also be used for buses and some shops for convenience.
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Top Nearby Attractions Accessible by Nagoya Metro
Nagoya Castle
One of the most famous landmarks in Nagoya, this historic castle was originally built in the early 17th century during the Tokugawa shogunate.
Visitors can explore the reconstructed palace, admire traditional architecture, and walk through scenic gardens surrounding the castle grounds.
Highlights:
- Famous golden Kinshachi (golden tiger-fish roof ornaments)
- Honmaru Palace with detailed samurai-era interiors
- Beautiful cherry blossom viewing spots in spring
- Large park area perfect for relaxing walks
Nagoya City Science Museum
Located in the Fushimi district, this modern museum is one of the largest science museums in Japan.
It is best known for its massive planetarium and hands-on science exhibits that make learning interactive and fun for visitors of all ages.
Highlights:
- One of the largest planetariums in the world
- Interactive exhibits on space, energy, and technology
- Giant tornado simulation experience
- Great family-friendly attraction in central Nagoya
Osu Shopping District
Osu is a lively shopping and cultural district known for its mix of traditional temples, street markets, electronics shops, and trendy boutiques.
The area is also famous for street food and local festivals throughout the year.
Highlights:
- Hundreds of small shops and street stalls
- Popular Japanese street foods and snacks
- Nearby historic temple Osu Kannon
- Great place for souvenirs and local culture
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FAQs About Nagoya Metro
Which stations are key for tourists?
Nagoya Station, Sakae, Fushimi, Kanayama, Nagoya Dome-mae Yada.Can I use one ticket for multiple rides?
Single tickets are one-way only; IC cards are better for repeat travel.Does the subway go to the airport?
Not directly; use Meitetsu Limited Express from Meitetsu Nagoya Station.Is Nagoya Metro easy for first-time visitors?
Yes, English signage and color-coded lines make navigation straightforward.What is the best way to pay?
IC cards like Manaca or TOICA are convenient; single tickets work for occasional riders.
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