Model Itineraries in Aichi

This is a course for a full day of play close to home, starring the Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park (Moricoro Park) Children's Plaza Water Area, a splash pond, in Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park (愛・地球博記念公園), known as Moricoro Park, in Nagakute City. In 2026 it reopens on Wednesday, July 29 after renovation work, and can be enjoyed from 9:00 to 17:00 until Monday, November 30. The fountains operate from March through November; in summer (July 15 to August 31) the hours are 9:00 to 17:00, and at other times they are shortened to 9:00 to 16:00. Use is free, and a distinctive feature is that it is integrated with nature-experience play equipment themed on forest, water and wind. Right next door are the Aichi Prefectural Children's Center and a giant Ferris wheel, so there is plenty to do even when you are not in the water. In the morning, follow the Linimo line to the Toyota Automobile Museum and trace the history of the automobile. After a leisurely lunch that suits the family's tastes, spend the afternoon moving your body at the Children's Center, then finish by sending up sprays of water at the Water Area. Parking is 500 yen for a standard car, or 1,000 yen in peak periods, and free within 1 hour 30 minutes of entry. The center is closed on Tuesdays but open during the summer holidays, so check the official website before you set out for that day's opening and whether the splash pond is running.

This is a course for a full day of play close to home, starring the Toyota City Central Park (Toyota Stadium) Grand Fountain and Splash Pond in Toyota City. Following the usual annual schedule, in 2026 the water is expected to run from Sunday, April 26 to Monday, October 5, from 9:00 to 18:00 (the 2026 announcement has not been posted yet). The grand fountain is near the event plaza west of the stadium, and the splash pond is beside the combination play equipment on the north side of the stadium, so you can enjoy both watching the fountain and getting into the water to play. Use is free of charge. The water does not run in rain or strong wind, and it is suspended right after heavy rain or a typhoon and during large-scale events, so please check the official website for the day's conditions before you set out. In the morning, head across the Yahagi River (矢作川) to the Toyota Municipal Museum of Art (豊田市美術館). In a quiet space where the building reflected on the water surface is itself like a work of art, enjoy contemporary art and the garden. On the rise next door, the corner turret of Shichishu Castle (七州城) remains, letting you sense the town's beginnings. Have lunch at a shopping complex in front of Toyotashi Station (豊田市駅), and in the afternoon enjoy water play until evening at Central Park along the Yahagi River.

A one-day course featuring the opening day of the Nagoya Castle Summer Festival (August 8, 2026) held at Nagoya Castle, Nagoya's symbol. During the day, visit the Taisho-era Western mansion Nagoya City Archives and the charming Nakono Shrine, rest in the lush grounds of Aichi Prefecture Gokoku Shrine, and stroll through the beautifully seasonal Tokugawa Garden. At 5 PM, arrive at Nagoya Castle. Enjoy dinner at the dining area "Shachi Shokudo" while watching the castle keep illuminate, its golden shachi gleaming in the summer night. This course lets you fully experience Nagoya's summer by visiting historic buildings and verdant spaces.

This is a close-to-home outing course starring Yasuragi Pond (やすらぎの池) at 138 Tower Park (138タワーパーク) in the national Kiso Sansen Park (国営木曽三川公園), located in Komyoji, Ichinomiya City, Aichi Prefecture. In 2026 water is let into the pond during park opening hours from mid-March through November, and sprinkler fountains also operate from mid-July to early September. In the morning, first stop by Flower Garden Yokaichi (フラワーガーデンよかいち) and stroll leisurely through grounds colored by the flowers of each season. For lunch, enjoy dishes made with the local specialty lotus root at the Tatsuta Fureai-no-Sato roadside station (道の駅 立田ふれあいの里). Once you have eaten your fill, head to 138 Tower Park (138タワーパーク) in the afternoon, where water play at Yasuragi Pond (やすらぎの池) is the climax. Time by the water while gazing at the symbol tower Twin Arch 138 (ツインアーチ138) makes for an open, airy moment found only at Kiso Sansen Park (国営木曽三川公園). Another appeal is how easy it is to plan as a short outing nearby, since each drive is brief. Enjoy a day of greenery and water that is perfect for a family holiday in Ichinomiya (一宮).

A one-day course centred on Wing Arena Kariya Pool (ウィングアリーナ刈谷プール) at Kariya City Sports Park in Tsukiji-cho, Kariya City, Aichi Prefecture. The pool is open all year from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. (to 9:30 p.m. at weekends and on public holidays), which makes it easy to plan throughout the year. In the morning, first enjoy a green stroll at Kijo Park (亀城公園), where the Kariya Castle ruins remain and which is also known as a cherry-blossom spot. Next, visit the Kariya City Art Museum (刈谷市美術館), whose appeal is exhibitions rooted in the local area. After midday, move to Wing Arena Kariya and enjoy swimming in the indoor pool until evening. As an indoor facility it is unaffected by the weather, a course letting you enjoy a park stroll, art viewing and water play in a single day. Easy access from central Kariya City is another appeal.

A full-day course centered around the Yatomi City Summer Festival Fireworks held on July 26, 2026 (Sunday) at Yatomi Civic Ground and Hanoki Plaza in Yatomi City, Aichi Prefecture. Enjoy lunch at the Roadside Station Fureai no Sato sampling specialty lotus root dishes and local vegetables. In the afternoon, visit Yatomi Wild Bird Garden to enjoy watching waterfront birds. Stop by Yatomi Station to shop and enjoy some casual food as a quick break. In the evening, move to the Yatomi Civic Ground area, spread out your picnic sheet to reserve a spot, and have dinner. As darkness falls, fireworks light up the night sky, and the cheers of families echo across the plaza. A family-friendly plan to leisurely enjoy the peaceful wetland scenery and community-centered summer festival. The flat terrain of the lower Kiso River makes it easy to get around and is especially recommended for families with young children.

A full-day course centered around the Ichinomiya Citizens Fireworks Festival held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, enjoying the Kisogawa River area around 138 Tower Park from afternoon onward. In the afternoon, experience the atmosphere of long-established kissaten (coffee shops) in Ichinomiya City, known for its morning coffee culture, and pay respects at Masumida Shrine, whose main hall is the origin of the name "Ichinomiya." Afterward, enjoy an early dinner around Ichinomiya Tower Building, then move to 138 Tower Park on the Kisogawa riverbank to secure your viewing spot. As darkness falls, approximately 4,000 fireworks light up the night sky of the Kisogawa River with 138 Tower as backdrop. A summer Aichi plan combining the history of Owari Ichinomiya with fireworks over a great river.

A full-day course that centers on the Taisha Shrine Grand Festival Fireworks (Kofu Fireworks) to be held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, and lets you enjoy the entire Toyokawa area from afternoon onwards. In the afternoon, enjoy worship at Myōgyō-ji Temple (妙厳寺), known nationwide as Toyokawa Inari, and casual dining along the gate area, while experiencing local culture at Sakuragaoka Museum. In the evening, move early to the area along the Otowa River to secure a viewing spot and have dinner in preparation for the opening. At 6:30 PM, fireworks dedicated to the Taisha Shrine's Grand Festival light up the summer night sky one after another. The fireworks, presented as part of this historic festival tradition, are a long-cherished summer spectacle of the region. A fulfilling full-day plan where you can experience Toyokawa's temples, shrines, culture, and riverside fireworks all at once.

A full-day course where you can enjoy the Nagoya and Atsuta area from afternoon onwards, centered around the Atsuta Festival Fireworks Grand Show on June 5, 2026 (Friday). In the afternoon, visit Atsuta Shrine (熱田神宮), one of Japan's three major shrines, and leisurely stroll through the lush grounds of early summer. Afterward, venture to Osu Kannon Temple and Osu Shopping Arcade (大須観音・大須商店街), where Nagoya's food culture is concentrated, and enjoy eating Nagoya specialties while walking. In the evening, return to Atsuta Shrine Park, have a meal and secure your viewing spot, and as dusk falls, witness approximately 1,000 fireworks lighting up the night sky at the climax. After savoring the historic shrine and the vibrancy of the city, the fireworks bring a special sense of wonder. A full-day plan where the whole family can enjoy early summer Nagoya, shining on a clear day in the rainy season.

A full-day course to enjoy all the charm of Toyota City, centered on the Toyota Oiden Festival Fireworks Grand Finale being held on July 26 (Sunday), 2026. Spend the afternoon enjoying art time at the Toyota City Museum of Art, then stroll through the shopping streets around Toyota Station for an early dinner. As the sun sets, secure your spot in the area around Shirahama Park on the Yasaka River Embankment and watch the fireworks that color the summer night sky from along the river. The Toyota Oiden Festival is the culmination of summer festivals with dancing and music throughout the entire city, with fireworks serving as the finale and climax. With the Yasaka River breeze in your hair, this is the definitive summer plan for the whole family to fully enjoy a summer night in Toyota.

Featuring the Toyohashi Gion Festival Fireworks Grand Show held on July 18, 2026 (Saturday), this is a full-day course to enjoy all the signature spots of Toyohashi from afternoon onward. In the afternoon, start from the Toyohashi Park area lined with the Toyohashi City Hall and Toyohashi City Hall Observation Lounge, then explore the Yoshida Castle ruins. Next, feel the atmosphere of the city while moving through the downtown area, including the bustle in front of Toyohashi Station and Toyohashi Central Library's Machinaka Plaza. In the evening, finish dinner and secure a viewing spot near the Toyokawa riverbank. As night falls, take your position in the viewing area by the Toyokawa riverbank and enjoy the spectacular finale where approximately 12,000 powerful fireworks dye the river surface and night sky. From strolling through this historic castle town to the fireworks on the Toyokawa River, this plan lets you experience Toyohashi's summer in its entirety.

A family course packed with the ocean pleasures of the Chita Peninsula, featuring the popular interactive experience at Minami-Chita Beach Land as the main attraction. In the afternoon, enjoy a factory tour and food sampling at Ebi Senbei no Sato, take commemorative photos with the pristine white Nomamisaki Lighthouse (野間埼灯台) as your backdrop. The day concludes at Uotaro, a fresh fish market, where you can search for seafood souvenirs. Spend a day by the sea that satisfies both children and adults, filling bellies and hearts alike.

A one-day course combining temples, shrines, and gourmet experiences that takes you through Toyokawa Inari, counted among Japan's three greatest Inari shrines, and its famous gate-town known for inari sushi. After passing through the thousand-gate vermillion torii approach, greet the stone foxes at Reiko-zuka, then head to the main approach street to taste and compare tawara-shaped inari sushi from different shops. In the afternoon, enjoy free admission to Akatsuka Mountain Park where even grandchildren can play freely, and finish with a leisurely stroll through the Mie Pine Grove along the old Tokaido Road. A classic plan that all three generations—from grandparents to children—can enjoy together.

A women's travel course where you stroll leisurely along Tokoname pottery walking trail lined with brick chimneys and black board fences, camera in hand. You'll be charmed by the oversized maneki-neko gazing down from the wall, and your shutter finger won't stop at the Dokan-zaka slope, sandwiched between earthenware pipe and shochu bottle walls. After viewing Japan's largest existing climbing kiln up close, the journey concludes at the INAX Live Museum, home to tiles from around the world. A full day that satisfies lovers of pottery and photography alike.

From Nagoya Castle, famous for its golden shachihoko, through the gardens and museum treasures of the Owari Tokugawa family, to the Taisho-era Romance of Culture Lane—a course to savor Nagoya's history in a single day. Begin your morning viewing the splendid Honmaru Palace at Nagoya Castle, enjoy a leisurely lunch at Kinshachi Yokocho savoring Nagoya specialties like hitsumabushi and miso cutlet, then spend the afternoon strolling the pond-and-stream garden of Tokugawa Garden and marveling at masterpieces of feudal lord furnishings at Tokugawa Art Museum. Cap off your day at Futaba Villa on Culture Lane, where you can admire the harmonious blend of Japanese and Western architecture and admire the stained glass where actress Kawakami Sadako once lived—a day designed especially for history-loving adults.

Enjoy Nagoya Port Aquarium, where you can meet orcas and belugas, from early morning, then take a walking loop through Garden Wharf in the afternoon. Board the orange Icebreaker Fuji Antarctic Research Vessel and take in panoramic views of the port from the Port Building's observation deck. Finish with amusement park time at Sea Train Land, marked by its iconic Ferris wheel. This full-day port course is walkable throughout and family-friendly with young children.

A local outing course centred on Pukupuku Tai Pond (ぷくぷくたい池), a free water-play area inside Todagawa Kodomo Land (とだがわこどもランド) in 1-chome Harutano, Minato Ward, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture. In 2026 it opens on Friday 15 May and can be enjoyed from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. until late September. In the morning, first stop at the adjacent Nagoya City Urban Agriculture Center, Urban Agriculture Park (名古屋市都市農業センター), and spend a relaxed time enjoying flower fields and animal encounters. For lunch, eat at the food court of Apita Nagoya Minato (アピタ名古屋みなと店). Once everyone is full, the afternoon moves to Todagawa Kodomo Land, where water play at Pukupuku Tai Pond is the climax. The shallow water plaza is built so that even small children can play safely, and combined with the play equipment in the park it fills a whole day. Travel can be completed on foot or with short car trips, making this an easy local outing. Please enjoy a day in touch with greenery and water, perfect for a family holiday in Minato Ward, Nagoya.

愛知県新城市、清流・島田川と両側の森に囲まれた「リバーベース塩瀬 川遊びエリア」を主役にした1日コースです。夏季の川遊び期間は、施設公式の「川遊びルール」が夏ごとに更新されて運用されているので、おでかけ前に最新のルールと開放状況を確認してから出かけましょう。川遊びエリアは受付管理のもとで開放されていて、誰でも自由に入れる河原ではない分、安全面の目が行き届いているのが家族連れには心強いところです。併設の管理釣り場ではマス釣りやマスのつかみ取りが楽しめ、つかみ取りは3歳から参加できるので、まだ泳げない小さな子どもでも川の生き物にふれる体験ができます。ライフジャケットは1日300円でレンタルでき、装備をそろえずに出かけられるのも助かります。管理棟があるので、受付や困ったときの相談先がはっきりしているのも安心材料です。午前は武田軍と徳川軍が攻防を繰り広げた長篠城跡と、国の名勝天然記念物に指定された阿寺の七滝をたずね、日差しの高い午後に川へ。奥三河の歴史と清流を一日で味わえるコースです。

愛知県新城市、鳳来寺県有林のなかに広がる約572ヘクタールの森林レクリエーション施設「愛知県民の森」。そのなかを流れる大津谷川の清流を利用してつくられたのが、愛知県民の森 川遊び場です。浅い場所から流れのある場所まで変化があり、子どもの年齢や慣れに合わせて遊ぶ場所を選べます。入園は無料(デイキャンプ等は別途有料)で、屋根付きの大型炊事場、宿泊研修施設「モリトピア愛知」、キャンプ場を備えているため、日帰りでも宿泊でも計画が立てやすい環境です。川遊び場の開設日は未発表で、愛知県観光公式によるとゴールデンウィークと7月から8月の特定日に開設されます。午前は、開山1300年を超える古刹・鳳来寺と、参道の石段が続く鳳来寺山へ。国の名勝天然記念物に指定された山の空気を吸い込んだあとは、板敷川(宇連川)の岩畳が美しい湯谷温泉へ立ち寄ります。午後は大津谷川の川遊び場で、夕方まで水と遊ぶ。奥三河の自然を一日でつなぐ、涼やかなコースです。

愛知県北設楽郡東栄町の「大千瀬てらす2026 (東栄浄水公園 川あそびエリア)」を主役にした1日コースです。開催は2026年7月25日(土)から8月16日(日)まで、土日とお盆期間のみの期間限定。東栄町を流れる大千瀬川の「東栄浄水公園」を活用して開設される、町の観光公式が案内する川あそびスポットです。川辺には小さな子どもも入りやすい比較的浅い場所と、少し深くなっている場所の両方があり、年齢に合わせて遊ぶ場所を選べます。期間中はキッチンカーなどによるフード＆ドリンクの出店があり、食事の心配をせずに一日過ごせるのがうれしいところ。キャンプサイトも設けられ、トイレも整備されています。川あそびエリアの入場は無料で、かかるのは駐車場代1,000円のみ。午前は国の重要無形民俗文化財「花祭」を伝える花祭会館と、奥三河のナイアガラと呼ばれる名瀑・蔦の渕をめぐり、とうえい温泉でお昼を。奥三河の文化と水を1日でつなぐ、夏の週末にぴったりのおでかけです。

2026年7月4日(土)・5日(日)、11日(土)・12日(日)、そして7月18日(土)から8月31日(月)までは休まず営業、さらに9月5日(土)・6日(日)・12日(土)・13日(日)に営業する南知多グリーンバレイ ウォーターアスレチックを主役にした、愛知県知多郡南知多町の1日コースです。午前はまず知多半島の先端近くに立つ野間埼灯台へ。白い灯台と伊勢湾の水平線が織りなす景色は、知多を代表する風景です。続いて内海の千鳥ヶ浜へ移動し、県内屈指の白い砂浜を歩いて潮風にあたりましょう。お昼を済ませたら、南知多グリーンバレイへ。夏季限定の屋外ウォーターアスレチックは、水面に浮かぶ丸太や網を渡っていく水上の障害物コースで、落ちてもまた挑戦できるのが楽しいところ。料金は入園料に加えてウォーターアスレチックの利用料が必要です。海と灯台、そして水上のアスレチック。知多半島らしい活動的な1日です。

2026年7月12日(日)から8月31日(月)まで、9時30分から16時まで開かれる豊田市足助プールを主役にした1日コースです。25m8コースの屋外プールで、料金は300円、中学生以下100円。豊田市内に在住または在学の18歳以下と満70歳以上の方は無料になります。午前はまず香嵐渓へ。紅葉の名所として知られる渓谷ですが、夏は青々としたもみじが谷を覆い、巴川のせせらぎと相まって涼しい木陰の散歩道になります。続いて三州足助屋敷へ。かつての山里の暮らしを再現した施設で、機織りや炭焼き、藍染めなどの手仕事を間近に見られ、体験できるものもあります。お昼を回ったらプールへ移動し、閉場まで水遊びを満喫しましょう。足助は江戸時代の町並みが残る宿場町でもあり、時間があれば古い商家の並ぶ通りも歩けます。山あいの涼しさと水遊びを1日でつなぐ、足助ならではのおでかけです。

2026年7月12日(日)から8月31日(月)まで開設される、豊田市加茂川公園プールを主役にした1日コースです。開場は9:30から18:00(最終日は15:00まで)。25m5コースのプールと遊戯プールがそろい、しっかり泳ぎたい子も水遊びを楽しみたい子も同じ場所で過ごせます。料金は300円、中学生以下100円で、市内在住・在学の18歳以下および満70歳以上は無料という、地元の家族にはとりわけありがたい設定です。午前はまず豊田市美術館へ。水盤を配した端正な建築そのものが見どころで、緑の丘に立つ静かな空間は美術に詳しくなくても心地よく過ごせます。続いて鞍ケ池公園へ移動し、池のほとりを歩いたり動物園で動物に会ったりしながら、緑の中でひと息つきましょう。お昼を回ったら豊田市加茂川公園プールへ向かい、夕方まで水の中で過ごします。3か所とも豊田市街から近く、車での移動が10分前後で収まる効率のよい動線です。

2026年7月11日(土)から8月31日(月)まで、9:00〜17:00で営業する「ホテルシーパレスリゾート 屋外プール」を主役にした、豊橋市の1日コースです。午前は豊橋総合動植物公園、通称のんほいパークへ。動物園・植物園・遊園地・自然史博物館が一体になった大きな公園で、恐竜の全身骨格が並ぶ自然史博物館は子どもの心をつかんで離しません。続いて道の駅 田原めっくんはうすへ立ち寄り、渥美半島の農産物を眺めながら休憩と昼食の調達を。午後はホテルシーパレスリゾートの屋外プールへ。ウォータースライダー2基、造波プール、流水プール、幼児用プールがそろい、リゾートホテルらしい充実した構成です。ビジター料金は大人1,800円、中学生以下900円、1歳以下無料(宿泊者は無料)。入場は15:30まで、遊泳は16:30までです。三河湾に近い立地で、夏休みらしい非日常感をたっぷり味わえる1日になります。