2025 Nagakute Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in August)

📍Ghibli Park A theme park you absolutely have to visit at least once 🎡! Experience a magical world that feels like stepping straight into a Studio Ghibli movie. With plenty of photo spots and immersive experiences, it's truly a fun-filled destination! Popular souvenirs tend to sell out quickly, so visiting early in the morning is highly recommended! ✨ Be sure to fully embrace the Ghibli spirit and enjoy the park as if you were one of the characters! 【INFORMATION】 Ghibli Park 📮480-1342 Aichi Prefecture, Nagakute City, Ibaragabayama Otsu 1533-1 🕑9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

//Ghibli Park// ° ° ° One of the activities I am looking forward to in Nagoya is to go to Ghibli Park. I have been a fan of Hayao Miyazaki's animation since I was a child, especially Howl's Moving Castle. In order to be able to visit the interior of Howl's Moving Castle, I grabbed tickets on the official website on the 10th two months earlier, and successfully pre-purchased 2 tickets. Our tickets are premium tickets (𝘋𝘢𝘺 𝘗𝘢𝘴𝘴 𝘗𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘪𝘶𝘮), which allow you to enter all parks and venues at will. Ghibli Park has a total of five parks, which are the Great Warehouse, the Hill of Youth, the Hill of My Neighbor Totoro, the Village of Ghosts, and the Valley of Witches. The entry time of the Great Warehouse must be decided when buying the ticket. Our entry time for the warehouse was 1pm. According to the guide, we arrived at 12pm, lined up directly at the entrance of the warehouse, and waited to enter the warehouse on time at 1pm. The warehouse is a popular park. There are many classic animation scenes for people to take pictures. There are also various exhibition rooms to introduce the process of animation production. It is worth going. After that, we went to the Witch Valley, visited the Witch House and Howl's Moving Castle, and everything was basically 100% restored! During the visit, we can touch the objects in the venue. The moment we entered the venue, it was as if we entered the animation world. It was very familiar and wonderful at the same time. Since the Ghibli Park closed at 5pm, we finally took the park bus to Totoro Hill, checked in with Totoro and left. I think if you are a fan of Hayao Miyazaki's animation, this park is worth visiting. ■ □ ■ □ ■ □ ■ □ ■ □ 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧📍 1533-1 Ibaragabasama, Nagakute, Aichi 480-1342 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐫 🕘 10:00-17:00 (Monday, Wednesday to Friday) 09:00-17:00 (Saturday to Sunday) ■ □ ■ □ ■ □ ■ □ ■ □ #mocha_n_love_travel #mocha_n_love_japan #mocha_n_love_nagoya #日本旅行 #奈良旅行 #全球旅行 #注册tripbest7月酒店试睡者

Ghibli Park is a place where fans' dreams come true, especially the Spirited Away theme area. The moment you walk in, the air seems to become mysterious. The light in Yubaba's office is dim and the atmosphere is eerie, as if she will stand up from behind the desk and curse you in the next second, making people afraid and unable to help taking photos. In the corner, waiting for you is a super cute Totoro statue, sitting next to the wood and smiling at you. It's like walking into the warm memories of the rainy day in childhood. If you are a loyal fan of Hayao Miyazaki, you must not miss this fantasy park that came out of the picture. 🔌 Useful information Store name｜Ghibli Park Address｜Aichi Expo Memorial Park, Nagakute, Aichi, Japan Time｜10:00–17:00 Closed on Tuesdays #Ghibli Park #Nagoya Attractions #Spirited Away Scenes #Ghibli Fan Pilgrimage Site #Totoro Fan Must-Shoot #Miyazaki World #Japan Must-Visit Attractions #Travel Recommendations #Immersive Experience #Animation Fans' Paradise#July Good Places 2025

Ticket Acquisition Tips and Recommended Areas! I finally visited Ghibli Park, a place I’ve always wanted to go! 😆 If you haven’t been there yet or are planning to visit, here are some tips for you! ☺️👇 【Ticket Acquisition Tips】 ⚠️ Tickets for Ghibli Park are available for reservation and purchase on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 2 PM on the 10th of each month for entry two months ahead. ⭐️Point 01 "Be Ready with Your Smartphone & Lawson’s Loppi Machine" The fastest way to secure tickets was through Lawson’s Loppi machine! However, results may vary depending on the location. My husband and I tried to get tickets at separate Lawson stores, but I kept encountering errors and couldn’t proceed to the next screen, while my husband successfully purchased tickets. It was a good idea to work as a team! 💦 ⭐️Point 02 "Log in Early When Using Your Smartphone" If you’re using your smartphone to get tickets, it’s recommended to access the site about an hour in advance. The number of users can quickly reach tens of thousands, and it takes a long time to get to the purchase screen. 💦 【Recommended Areas】 The Grand Warehouse and Witch’s Valley were absolutely amazing! Watching the movies before visiting the park will double the excitement. ☺️ If it’s your first time, I recommend getting the premium ticket that allows access to all areas and starting your day early. 【Suggested Route】 There’s no right or wrong way to explore the park, so start with the area you’re most excited about. ☺️ However, the Grand Warehouse and Witch’s Valley are the most popular and have the most attractions to see. I personally recommend starting with: Grand Warehouse → Witch’s Valley or Witch’s Valley → Grand Warehouse These two areas can take up a lot of time if you want to explore them thoroughly. If you plan to visit all areas, it’s better to keep a good pace. 【About Restaurants】 I visited the café "Transcontinental Flight" in the Grand Warehouse. I went around noon, so it was crowded, but since most of the menu items are bread-based, the food was served quickly, and I managed to find a seat after waiting a bit. However, the taste was just okay. 😅 Later, I found out that there are food trucks in the outdoor plaza on weekends. That might have been a better option! We visited on a Sunday in mid-May. Since there are outdoor queues, I recommend going during a cooler season. ☺️ I hope this helps with your travel planning! 【Access】 📍Ghibli Park 1533-1 Ototsu, Ibaragabayama, Nagakute City, Aichi Prefecture 💰Ticket Prices (Premium Stroll Ticket): ◾️Weekdays: ¥7,300 ◾️Weekends and Holidays: ¥7,800

I recently visited the Ghibli Theme Park in Nagoya, and it felt like a dream come true…! From Totoro's forest to Howl's Moving Castle, every corner is meticulously designed, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the Ghibli vibe✨ There are plenty of photo spots, and the character merchandise is like heaven for fans—so adorable! If you love Ghibli, this is a must-visit destination! I recommend setting aside plenty of time to explore leisurely. Once you've seen everything, be warned—it'll be hard to return to reality! Raise your hand if you want to dive into the world of Ghibli~!! (→ A place guaranteed to satisfy every Ghibli enthusiast!)

Finally stepping into the Ghibli Park in Nagoya, it is really as dreamy as walking into a Hayao Miyazaki animation! As soon as you enter the door, you will be attracted by the "Youth Hill" area. The scenes of Howl's Moving Castle and Castle in the Sky are super restored, and you can take masterpiece photos in every corner! Walking into the "Ghibli Warehouse", the full exhibition area is dazzling, including the bathhouse of Spirited Away, the big Totoro in the Totoro Forest, and you can also see the animation production manuscripts and secret props. Fans will definitely scream! The biggest surprise was the "Witch Valley", the Kiki's Delivery Service scene that was perfect for checking in. I was so excited to see Kiki's room and her flying broom, it really seemed like I could see Kiki flying out in the next second! There is also a special limited edition peripheral merchandise area, from Totoro dolls, no-face man cups to Hall's accessories, which will completely break your wallet and you will want to take every one of them home! There are many hidden photo spots in the park, such as the cat bus you can ride on, and Xiaomei and Xiaoyue’s home, which is full of details and really feels like walking into an animation. The overall park is not too big, but each area is full of surprises, and you can spend a whole day strolling around. If you are a Ghibli fan, this is definitely the place where your dream comes true! It is a great place for both adults and children to take photos, enjoy delicious food and make memories all at once! 💞Reason for recommendation: You will regret it if you don’t go! #Nagoya #GhibliPark

This summer family trip to Japan lasted for 7 days. Day 1: Shanghai-Nagoya. After arriving in the evening, we had a very famous pork chop rice [Misokatsu Yabaton Yaba-cho Honten 矢場とん 矢場町本店]. The pork chop was delicious. Since we lived near the Sakae shopping district, we went to the Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER after dinner. The next day: a day trip to Ghibli Park. The park is very big, so we went around until about 4 o'clock and then went back. The big warehouse had an appointment for 11 o'clock. We went around for about 4 hours and bought a lot of souvenirs... For dinner, we went to the local delicious chicken wings [Mountain of the World]. We went there for 2 consecutive days. There is a branch near the Rong business district. I still miss it! Day 3: One-day trip to Kamikochi. It took about 3 and a half hours by bus from Nagoya. The bus stopped at Taisho Pond. It took us about 2 hours to walk to Kappa Bridge. We took some photos near the Kappa Bridge to replenish our energy! Day 4: One-day trip to Takayama and Shirakawa-go, about 2 hours by bus. I went to the morning market in Takayama and ate Hida beef. Then I went to Shirakawa-go at noon. Hahahaha, when the weather is good, Shirakawa-go is really hot 🥵. You can get tanned into charcoal directly. Everyone should wear sunscreen! On the way back, we stopped at Nagoya Station and walked to the Michelin-starred restaurant [Shishimaru Noodle House Lion Ball]. They put a lot of MSG in it. I drank a bottle of water at night! Day 5: Legoland Japan, suitable for children under 10 years old, but it is great for taking photos, and there is also a small aquarium at the entrance! I went to see the night view of Nagoya at night. I bought a ticket at [Midland Square] opposite Nagoya Station to go up to the 42nd floor, and then went to the 46th floor to see the night view. Day 6: I slept until I woke up naturally in the morning, queued up for a drink at [Kato Coffee Shop Ei Store] and waited for a full 90 minutes, then went to the Nagoya Science Museum, which I personally think is very suitable for children, great! After that, we went to the famous Unafuji Shirakabe Bettei. It was really expensive. Four people ate for 1200, hahaha, but the eel was really good. Day 7: I slept until I woke up naturally, took an amphibious bus from Sakae to Nagoya Port, and then drove on the water for 20 minutes. After the drive, I went to Nagoya Castle, which was more spectacular than Osaka Castle! After finishing, I went to Nagoya Station to buy [ECHIRE] but the taste was just so-so. Later, I went to Starbucks Coffee - Nagoya JR Gate Tower. This Starbucks is really good and has an open-air terrace! Compared to Osaka, Nagoya has fewer people. Here I recommend a Nishihara coffee shop, which is very good. You must check it out when you go to Nagoya~ In short, you must go to the restaurants I recommend. They are all delicious foods that you won’t regret eating.

Japan has many theme parks, and in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, there is an animation kingdom - Ghibli Park. Young people born in the 80s and 90s probably all know about Ghibli. Even if the name is a bit unfamiliar, seeing its Totoro logo will definitely remind you of who it is. Hayao Miyazaki's animations accompanied my student days and are filled with youthful memories. Ghibli Park Travel Tips Transportation: Take the subway Higashiyama Line from Nagoya Station to Fujigaoka Station, then transfer to the Linimo Line to Aichikyuhaku Kinen Koen Station. The park is just a short walk from there. Or take a direct bus to Ghibli Park from the Meitetsu Bus Center and other major hubs. Tickets: Tickets can be purchased through the official website or authorized online channels. General admission tickets are usually sold two months in advance and are very difficult to get. Famous Sake Brand [Shiraoi]: At Sawada Shuzo, you can make a reservation for their sake tasting experience. Not only will there be a dedicated person to explain the history of sake, but you can also visit the sake brewing process and finally taste different sakes. If you like, you can purchase them. During the tasting session, appetizers are thoughtfully prepared for visitors, and different sakes are served in different porcelain cups, which are specially made in the Tokoname area. [AEON Mall Tokoname]: The architecture here is very retro, and the most eye-catching is the giant Maneki-neko (beckoning cat) - Tofuku - located in the center of the lobby. As a large shopping mall, there is a wide variety of shops here, and you can find almost everything you want to buy. Plus, it's only one stop away from the airport, making it perfect for picking up some last-minute souvenirs before heading to the airport. [Tokoname Ceramic Ware Road]: Here's another giant Maneki-neko! Let's take a picture together! Stroll along Tokoname Ceramic Ware Road. As the hometown of Maneki-neko, cute Maneki-neko elements can be seen everywhere. You'll also find several small Maneki-nekos in various shapes, making me feel like I've entered a miniature world of beckoning cats. It's very interesting. On Tokoname Ceramic Ware Road, there are many unique ceramic shops run by artists, as well as traditional old-style pottery shops. Everything is made by the shop owners themselves, and each piece is unique and worth collecting. [World Tile Museum]: On Tokoname Ceramic Ware Road, there is also a novel and unique World Tile Museum, which was a surprising discovery on this trip. What impressed me the most was that there are over a thousand representative tiles collected and displayed here, which is quite spectacular. I also experienced "tile pasting" and made a photo frame with small tiles representing the colors of autumn as a souvenir of this autumn trip. The museum has six themed areas where you can not only learn about the history and charm of ceramics but also experience other hands-on projects. [Chubu Centrair International Airport]: It's very close from Tokoname to Chubu Centrair International Airport. Be sure to check out the Flight of Dreams themed area located in Terminal 1. A Boeing 787 is parked here, and visitors can enter the aircraft to take photos and learn about related knowledge. It's very suitable for families with children. There is also a dedicated children's play area below the plane. If you want to free up your hands and entertain your kids, come here! There's also an airplane viewing platform. I must come and experience it next time I have enough time.

✨ If you're torn between visiting Ghibli Park in Nagoya or the Ghibli Museum in Mitaka, Tokyo, this guide will help you decide. ✅ Ghibli Park: A theme park focused on interaction and exploration, divided into five areas with attractions, restaurants, and shops. ✅ Ghibli Museum in Mitaka: Offers a glimpse into Ghibli's animation production and rare sketches. ㊙ Ghibli Park 📍 Location: Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture ⏰ Opening Hours: 10:00-17:00 (Opens at 09:00 on holidays, closed on Tuesdays) 🏃 Recommended Visit: Full-day 🌟 Highlights: Grand Warehouse, Totoro's Forest, Witch's Valley, Ghost's Village, Youth Hill 🎫 Tickets: Released on the 10th of each month for the third month ahead (Walking tickets available 7 days in advance) ❶ Grand Walking Ticket Premium: Includes Grand Warehouse + 4 themed areas + all outdoor activities ❷ Grand Walking Ticket: Includes Grand Warehouse + 4 themed areas ❸ Walking Ticket: Includes 4 themed areas ㊙ Ghibli Museum in Mitaka 📍 Location: Mitaka, Tokyo ⏰ Opening Hours: 10:00-18:00 (Closed on Tuesdays) 🏃 Recommended Visit: Half-day 🌟 Highlights: Saturn Theater, Cat Bus Room, Laputa Robot Sculpture 🎫 Tickets: Released on the 10th of each month for the following month. Ghibli Park 🆚 Mitaka 1⃣ Ghibli Park is more expensive and harder to get tickets for than the Ghibli Museum. 2⃣ If time permits, visit both, but plan your itinerary as they are far apart. 3⃣ For Ghibli works and films, the museum is recommended. 4⃣ For a strong experience, Ghibli Park is better with its IP scene creation and movie atmosphere. Limited tickets available for August-October #TokyoSurroundings #MitakaGhibliMuseum #HayaoMiyazaki #GhibliPark #MitakaGhibliMiyazakiMuseum #GhibliLand #GhibliMuseumTickets #HolidayTravel #JapanFamilyTravelGuide.

🎫 Ticket Purchase: Book your tickets directly from the official website two months in advance on the 10th at 1 PM. Log in ten minutes early as the website will start a countdown. If you're in the queue with over 10,000 people, keep waiting; I managed to get a premium ticket after waiting for 45 minutes. ⭐ Electronic tickets don't need to be printed. On the day of your visit, open the email to access the QR code, which is required for entry at each attraction. ⭐ The park is quite large, but each activity area isn't very big. Most of the space is greenery, as it's part of the Expo Memorial Park. It's not recommended to visit in summer due to limited shade, but visiting in September was manageable. 💕 The biggest takeaway: I explored many places because photography is not allowed inside many attractions, but you can freely explore. 🕰️ Without considering buying souvenirs, start at Totoro's Forest. ☁️After entering the park at 9:30, don't take the big elevator. Turn left and continue past the Global Citizens Exchange Center to find the bus stop. Take the free bus at 9:40 to Totoro's Forest. Allow 1 hour and buy a ticket for the Totoro bus at 11 AM at the small hut. We planned to take the cable car to the top of the mountain and then go down to Mei's house. Note that the Inari sign is next to the cable car waiting area; take a photo before going up. Otherwise, you'll end up like us, taking the cable car up, walking down to take photos, and then climbing back up. At Mei's house, you can't take photos inside, but you can explore freely. We even saw someone checking Mei's summer homework. ☁️After that, you can take the Totoro bus. The back of the ticket has a hand-drawn map, and staff will help take photos, though the quality varies by driver. The bus stops at Ghost Village, and you can walk to Youth Hill. ☁️Youth Hill isn't very big; 30 minutes is enough. In the Earth House, you can watch the clock chime in the first-floor lobby. Another place to explore. ☁️At 11:45, line up at the entrance of the Great Warehouse, allowing over 3 hours. The first line is for a photo with No-Face, which takes 1 hour. If you're not keen on such attractions, you can skip it. I regretted waiting halfway through. Nearby are various iconic scenes to check out, and don't forget to watch the short film. Finally, shop till you drop; the store is so crowded you can only walk sideways. There's a snack shop at the entrance selling Tokoname milk (sold out) and red bean cakes. You can also have a meal at the restaurant and try a bottle of Witch's Beer. ☁️At 3 PM, head to Witch's Valley for more exploring. Don't miss any house, and finally, visit Howl's Moving Castle. It looks cool from the outside, but the inside is a bit small, so you can explore it quickly. In Howl's room, the staff enthusiastically stamped our hands, which only shows under UV light, saying 'magic~' with great enthusiasm. It's a great experience. ☁️The park closes at 5 PM. The weather was great today, and we left Miyazaki's animated world via the big elevator. #Nagoya #Ghibli #GhibliPark #HayaoMiyazaki #JapanTravelGuide #Totoro #MiyazakisSummer

Tips and Strategies: 1. Tickets can be purchased on the Ghibli website, usually released about 10 days in advance (very hard to get). 2. Tickets are divided into the main warehouse (main hall) and several other IP-themed halls. 3. I booked through a domestic agent for 178 yuan per person (main warehouse), which is more expensive than the official website, but tickets were unavailable on the official site, and agents had them. 4. Transportation is very convenient, with a direct JR line available; you can check the schedule online. 5. There aren't many dining options in the park; many people choose the Lawson at the entrance (no seating available), and the park's restaurants have queues of about 30 minutes during peak times (I visited on a Saturday). 6. It's recommended to head straight to the main photo area in the warehouse (red building) upon entry, as it gets crowded later. I waited for over 30 minutes. Inside, there are various small scenes from Hayao Miyazaki's IPs, perfect for photos! 📸 #HayaoMiyazaki #Ghibli #Nagoya #IntroduceAGentleman

The answer is: Yes, it's worth it! However, make sure to get the premium tickets. If you can't secure them, it's better to wait until you can. 🚃 Transportation: We stayed at the Nagoya Marriott Hotel and chose either a direct bus or subway to get there, which takes about an hour. If you choose the direct bus, pay attention to the departure times as there aren't many. 🎫 Tickets: There are three types of tickets: Stroll Ticket, Premium Ticket, and Premium Grand Stroll Ticket, which you need to book two months in advance. We bought 2 adults and 1 child Premium Grand Stroll Ticket through a third-party service for ¥1700, which allows access to all themed areas. 🔍 Tips: ▪️ Confirm the entry time for the Grand Warehouse when purchasing tickets. It's best to choose the earliest time slot as there are fewer people, and you won't have to wait long for photos. ▪️ Reserve 2+ hours for the Grand Warehouse, as there are many details worth seeing. There's also a children's play area that kids will love. ▪️ After entering the Grand Warehouse, exchange your movie ticket to watch exclusive films in the theater. We watched the Totoro session, which had a touching new storyline. ▪️ The longest queue in the Grand Warehouse is for photos with No-Face, but similar scenes are common in other places, so it's not worth the wait. ▪️ The store in the Grand Warehouse has many unique items not found in the city. The Tokoname milk and red bean bread at the entrance are delicious! ▪️ For lunch, it's recommended to buy food at the food court outside the Grand Warehouse, where there are fewer queues and plenty of options. Try the eel rice! ▪️ After exploring the Grand Warehouse, we went to the "Valley of the Witch," which includes Howl's Moving Castle, Kiki's House, the Witch's House, and Sophie's Hat Shop. The details are impressive, but photography is only allowed outside. ▪️ After "Valley of the Witch," you can take the Cat Bus at the nearby ticket machine. It's highly recommended! The driver will take a group photo before boarding, and you'll receive a commemorative ticket. The ride to "Dondoko Totoro's Forest" is peaceful and unique to the Cat Bus route. ▪️ "Dondoko Totoro's Forest" features Mei's House, which is a 100% accurate recreation, down to the slippers at the entrance. The attention to detail is truly moving. If you have any questions, feel free to comment! 🥳 #NagoyaTravel #NagoyaFamilyTrip #GhibliPark #JapanTravel #JapanFamilyTrip #OsakaSurroundings #EnterMiyazaki'sFairyTaleWorld #Kiki'sDeliveryService #Totoro #MiyazakiAnimation

Did you know? There is a real-life "Howl's Moving Castle" in the world! 🏯 The second phase of Ghibli Park in Aichi Prefecture, Japan, has finally opened! The largest area, "Valley of Witches," will officially open on March 16! The park not only recreates classic scenes from "Kiki's Delivery Service," "Howl's Moving Castle," and "Earwig and the Witch," but also features the first electric amusement ride. 😎 The moving "Howl's Moving Castle" is the most eye-catching attraction, perfectly recreating the 20-meter-tall moving castle. The castle, which looks like a living creature, will emit white smoke from time to time every hour, and parts of the castle structure will rotate several times, making it a truly "moving" castle! 😍 Address: Aichi Earth Expo Memorial Park, 1533-1 Ibaragabasama, Nagakute, Aichi Prefecture. Opening hours: 10:00–17:00 (weekdays, closed on Tuesdays); 9:00–17:00 (weekends/holidays). Ghibli's Grand Warehouse: [Weekdays] Adults: 2,000 yen/Children: 1,000 yen; [Weekends/holidays] Adults: 2,500 yen/Children: 1,250 yen. Hill of Youth: Adults: 1,000 yen/Children: 500 yen. Dondoko Forest: Adults: 1,000 yen/Children: 500 yen. Are you attracted to this real-life "Howl's Moving Castle"? Share your thoughts with us! 😘

Here are some travel tips for Nagakute, Aichi Prefecture: 1. Must-see attractions: • Ghibli Park: Highly recommended! This theme park was created by Studio Ghibli in collaboration with the Aichi Prefectural Government. It is divided into five areas: Ghibli's Grand Warehouse, Hill of Youth, Dondoko Forest, Mononoke Village, and Valley of Witches. Each area is filled with classic elements from Ghibli animations and is suitable for visitors of all ages. • Nagoya Castle: As one of Japan's three great castles, Nagoya Castle boasts magnificent historical architecture and beautiful gardens. It is a must-see attraction in Aichi Prefecture. 2. Transportation: • From Nagoya Station, take the Higashiyama Line to Fujigaoka Station, then transfer to the Linimo Aichi High-Speed Transport Tobu Kyuryo Line to Ai-Chikyuhaku-Kinen-Koen Station. From there, you can walk to Ghibli Park. 3. Food recommendations: • At Ghibli Park, you can enjoy themed foods such as the food street from Spirited Away or the bacon and egg breakfast from Howl's Moving Castle. • Nagoya's chicken rice and eel rice are also local specialties not to be missed. 4. Accommodation suggestions: • Aichi Prefecture offers a wide range of accommodations, from luxury hotels to budget inns. It is recommended to book in advance to ensure a smooth stay.

【Big Walk Ticket】Ghibli Park (¥3500) Ghibli's Grand Warehouse, Hill of Youth, Dondoko Forest, Mononoke Village, Valley of Witches Since I bought a ticket for the Grand Warehouse at 14:00, I need to visit the other four areas within the four hours from 10:00 to 14:00. Suggested route: Take the bus directly to Dondoko Forest, then take the Catbus to Mononoke Village and Valley of Witches, and finally, if there's time, visit the Hill of Youth. As a die-hard Totoro fan since childhood, I can never get enough photos. If you have kids, they can also climb the Totoro Treehouse. Ghibli Park ・Address: 1533-1 Ibaragabayashi, Nagakute City, Aichi Prefecture ・Business Hours: 【Weekdays】10:00～17:00, 【Weekends & Holidays】9:00～17:00 Transportation: Private Railway L01 Fujigaoka > L07 Ai-Chikyuhaku Kinen Koen Station (13mins, ¥360)

Ghibli Park, located in Aichi Prefecture, Japan, is a dream theme park created for fans of Studio Ghibli. The park perfectly recreates iconic scenes from Hayao Miyazaki's animated films, making visitors feel as if they are in the magical worlds of 'My Neighbor Totoro,' 'Kiki's Delivery Service,' 'Spirited Away,' and more. The park is divided into several areas, each meticulously designed to showcase scenes and characters from the animations, allowing visitors to experience the warmth and magic of the films firsthand. **Highlights of Ghibli Park:** - **Totoro's Forest**: Step into Totoro's home, take photos with large Totoro models, and feel the warmth and childlike wonder of the animation. - **Laputa: Castle in the Sky Area**: Enter maze-like scenes and explore secrets within the ruins, making you feel like you're on an adventure in the sky. - **Kiki's Delivery Service Area**: Take photos with Kiki's flying broom and experience the daily life of a magical girl. - **Spirited Away Bathhouse**: Recreate the scene of Yubaba's bathhouse, allowing visitors to feel the fantastical adventure of Chihiro. Not only is it perfect for photo opportunities, but there are also many interactive facilities and souvenir shops, allowing visitors to take home memories unique to Ghibli. **Location**: Ghibli Park (Nagakute City, Aichi Prefecture) Every step in Ghibli Park is a journey through a fairy tale, making dreams come true for all Ghibli fans!

Introducing the must-visit tourist spots in Aichi that everyone knows✍🏻 (All photos are from April 2024) ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿ To Ghibli Park in Aichi Prefecture🌳 I visited Witch's Valley → Big Warehouse (13:00 ticket) → Hill of Youth → Mononoke in that order◎ The cat bus in the last photo is super cute🐈🚌 It runs between Dondoko Forest and Mononoke Village💡 I was surprised that it was emptier than I expected. The Big Warehouse wasn't as crowded as it used to be, and I was able to take a quick photo of no people on those stairs🤳🏻 (It was 13:00 on a Saturday, right?) ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿ ✍🏻 ᴛʀɪᴘ ᴛɪᴘs ˊ˗ Tickets for Ghibli Park go on sale from 14:00 on the 10th, two months before entry🎫✨ ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿ ✍🏻 ɪɴғᴏʀᴍᴀᴛɪᴏɴ (As of October 2024) Ghibli Park 📍Address｜1533-1 Ibarakamawari, Nagakute City, Aichi Prefecture 🚐Parking｜Available ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿ #Domestic travel #Aichi tourism #Aichi trip #trip domestic travel

It is a forest park that is completely immersed in the world created by Studio Ghibli, very dreamy and beautiful. The expansive park features five areas: "Ghibli's Grand Warehouse," "Hill of Youth," "Dondoko Forest," "Mononoke Village," and "Valley of Witches." It's impossible to explore everything in just one day! Next time, I will definitely buy a two-day pass to thoroughly explore every corner!!! I love it so much.

When I first went there last winter, I bought a ‘Daesanpo Ticket’ ticket and was only able to see the Daejanggo, but there was more to see in the Daejanggo than I thought, and I was so amazed by the details of the decorations… I was so curious about the outdoor area! So I went again with a ‘Daesanpo Premium Ticket’ ticket✨ I bought a ticket on the website at 2:00 PM on the 10th, 2 months ago, but this time, it was a weekday, so there was less waiting, so I was able to make a reservation easily! I entered at 12 o'clock and had a very fulfilling tour of the warehouse + Howl's Castle + May's House + Youth Hill in that order until the closing time (5 o'clock)😄 However, the park was bigger than I thought, so I was quite pressed for time at the end💦 May's House is located in a far corner compared to other areas, so I had to take a bus, but there were many people waiting for the bus, and sometimes I had to wait for the next bus, so if you feel pressed for time, it would be better to go to Howl's Moving Castle first, which has the most to see, and then look around other areas nearby! (May's House didn't seem to have as much to see as I thought) Howl's Moving Castle has a pretty large area and the details are crazy... ✨ When you actually go inside the moving castle, you'll see the scenery from Ghibli..! There are many things to see on the 2nd floor, but Howl's Room in particular is the place I was most impressed by in Ghibli Park🫢💕 Each prop was so real and mysterious! Since taking pictures inside is prohibited, I recommend that you go and see it in person. Reservation: After registering as a member on the official website, accepting applications starts from 14:00 on the 10th of the 2nd month (first-come, first-served basis) Closed: Every Tuesday Opening hours: 10:00 - 17:00 (Admission time is selected on a first-come, first-served basis in one-hour increments) Location: Nagoya City Aichi Prefecture Expo Park 〒480-1342 Aichi Prefecture Nagoya Prefecture Nagoya-shi Ikemachi-mae-1533-1 Aichi Expo Park (Molicolo Park) #GhibliThemePark #GhibliPark #NagoyaTravel #PlacesToVisitInNagoya #Nagoya #AichiPrefecture #Ghibli

It takes about 50 minutes by car from Nagoya to Ghibli Park, and the transportation is straightforward. Ghibli tickets are relatively difficult to purchase and must be bought three months in advance, and they are non-refundable. Be sure to confirm the date and time before purchasing. The large warehouse is worth visiting again and again, but it gets very crowded. It's best to enter as soon as the park opens; otherwise, you'll have to queue up to take photos at many attractions.

Ghibli Park to open in 2022 There are five major parks. It is recommended to come in and play from opening to closing! Highly recommended and worth a visit! You can see all the classics of Ghibli and Hayao Miyazaki Even the restoration of the scenes in the animation is very touching! But the tickets are hard to buy. You must buy them a few months in advance and choose the "premium ticket" that allows entry to all parks. You won't regret it. 😍 #NagoyaTravel #GhibliPark #HayaoMiyazaki

💛FourSeason's Philosophy 💛No matter the season, you should travel and experience the beauty of the world 🧡When in Nagoya, you must visit 🧡The park facilities of the world of Studio Ghibli works, 'Ghibli Park,' are located in the Aichi Earth Expo Memorial Park 💛'Ghibli Park' consists of 5 areas, with the first batch opening in November 2022, including 'Ghibli's Grand Warehouse,' 'Hill of Youth,' and 'Dondoko Forest' 🧡Tickets are reservation-based for specific dates and times. No tickets are sold at the attractions 🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱 📍Address: 〒480-1342 1533-1 Ibaragabayashi, Nagakute City, Aichi Earth Expo Memorial Park 🚇Ghibli Park does not have a dedicated parking lot, so please use public transportation to visit. 【Train】 Take the Higashiyama Line from Nagoya Station ↓(28 minutes) Get off at Fujigaoka Station ↓Transfer to Linimo (5-minute walk) Linimo Fujigaoka Station ↓(13 minutes) Get off at Aichi Earth Expo Memorial Park Station 🕰️Business Hours: [Weekdays] 10:00～17:00 ※During school holidays, weekdays are 9:00～17:00 [Weekends and Holidays] 9:00～17:00 ☘️Closed every Tuesday (if it falls on a holiday, closed the next working day) ※Open during school holidays Closed on designated days such as year-end and New Year holidays and maintenance days

Ghibli Park requires an advance reservation two months prior on the official website, with limited-time entry. There are five zones, each a distance apart. You can take the free park bus or the paid Cat Bus, with the main focus being the large warehouse, which is extremely popular for Hayao Miyazaki's cartoon characters. The park is crowded, and once you leave a zone, you cannot re-enter, so pay attention if you want to buy souvenirs. Queuing is necessary for taking photos, but overall, the arrangement is good.

Aichi Prefecture's Ghibli Park has opened its new Witch Valley themed area to the Japanese media, featuring the Ghibli movies Kiki's Delivery Service and Howl's Moving Castle. The park will fully open all five major areas after its grand opening on March 16th. In Witch Valley, visitors can see Kiki's house from Kiki's Delivery Service and the Gutiokipanja bakery, where they can buy Aichi Prefecture's famous Uirō cake infused with Angel's Bell and other breads and sweets. In addition to the moving castle from Howl's Moving Castle and Hajjer's hat shop selling original merchandise, there is also the Witch's House from Earwig and the Witch and Howl's Castle where visitors can take photos. Performances will take place several times an hour at Howl's Castle, where the castle will move and emit smoke, and visitors can also enter to see the perfectly restored character rooms. The park's amusement rides will feature a carousel decorated with vehicles from Ghibli works and a flying amusement ride created from the flying machines that appeared in the films.

#globaltravel Studio Ghibli teamed up with Aichi Prefectural Government . Converting the 2005 Universal Expo site "Love Earth Expo Memorial Park" into "Ghibliland" Create a theme amusement park covering an area of ​​7.1 hectares The first pilgrimage of iron fans is the "Ghibli Grand Warehouse"! Ghibli Grand Warehouse Park gathered Check-in scenes from several classic Ghibli animations Inside you will find the stairs of the "Street of God" from "Thousand and Thousand" Look up and you'll see the propeller spacecraft from "City in the Sky" There are also surrounding shops, a children’s playground and a coffee shop In my opinion it is a must-visit place in the park The indoor space is not affected even in unstable weather However the popularity of the majority requires a queue The arrangement should allow more time to stay in the park Also note how Ghibli Park tickets are purchased There are currently 3 categories of tickets Entry at a specified time is required Each has its own entry regulations Tickets for 3 months go on sale from 14:00 on the 10th of each month traffic There are two types of transportation from Nagoya Station to Ghibli Park Subway Toyama Line to "Fujika Station" ➡️ Change to Aichi Expressway - Eastern Hills Line and take the maglev train Linimo to "Ai Earth Expo Memorial Park Station". 📍Ghibli Park Address: 1533-1 Ibarakima B, Nagaute, Aichi, Japan (Ai Earth Expo Memorial Park) Business Hours: 10:00 - 17:00 (Closed on Tuesday, closed on Tuesday if a holiday occurs on Wednesday) #JapanTravel

Dondoko Forest in Ghibli Park is a Totoro area! ⁡ There's a Totoro object and Satsuki and Mei's house🏠 ⁡ The Totoro object is at the top of the stairs, and children can go inside Totoro💓 ⁡ Then we went to Satsuki and Mei's house, which we were looking forward to🫶 ⁡ The details are very elaborate, and you can open all the drawers in the house🥺 ⁡ The clothes in the dresser had a slightly old smell, and there were seasonings in the kitchen drawers, postcards and pens on the desk, and I wanted to open them all✒️ ⁡ The well actually had water coming out, and I felt like I was in the world of the movie🎞️ #NagoyaTourism #GhibliPark #GhibliWorld

#2024wish #japan #nagoya This is the Ghibli Park theme park in Nagakute, Aichi, Japan. It is not like USJ or Disneyland which have rides, this is more like a museum where you get to see Ghibli scenes come to life. The nearest station is Aichikyuhaku Kinenkoen Station. There are also limited meitetsu buses from Nagoya station to the Park. It is a must go for Ghibli fans. It is just so surreal and magical to see the sets. You can even see Totoro behind a bar table. So cute! There is also limited edition short Ghibli films for us to watch in a theatre. It changes seasonally. It was a really nice experience over there. I wish to visit the Ghibli museum in 2024

Introducing the spectacular autumn scenery of Aichi 🥰 At the Aichi Expo Memorial Park (Moricoro Park), you can see the spectacular scenery of cosmos ❤️ The yellow cosmos and pink cosmos were in full bloom and it was very beautiful 🫶 Apparently, there are 1 million cosmos in bloom 😳 ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ 𖤣𖥧𖥣𖡡𖥧𖤣 ┈┈aynaa's Comments💬The cosmos fields are spread over a fairly wide area, so it was not crowded and it was easy to take photos📸If you want to take a photo with people in it, you can take a beautiful photo by putting the cosmos flowers in the foreground🥰🫶For flowers, it is recommended to take a beautiful photo by placing the iPhone below the flower and pointing the camera up☺️💓 Photo date: 2023/10/16 Spot information━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━📍Aichi Expo Memorial Park (Moricoro Park) 🗺Address: 1533-1 Ibarakemawari Otsu, Nagakute City, Aichi Prefecture🚗Access: Take the Higashiyama Line from Nagoya Station to Fujigaoka Station, then transfer to the Linimo and get off at Aichi Expo Memorial Park Station⏰Opening hours: 8:00-19:00💵Budget: Free #besttrip2023 #AichiTrip #MoricoroPark #Cosmos #AmazingView