Looking for something to do in Nagoya this week?

This week: rare access inside a 400-year-old castle turret, giant kites fly Saturday, Van Gogh's family collection arrives in Sakae, and we have some Japanese phrases for people willing to sound cheap.

It's January people… do a thing!

Nagoya Castle This Week

Rare access inside a 400-year-old turret (ends Jan 8!), a kids' stamp rally, and a samurai martial arts demo. Three practical reasons to visit even with the main tower closed.

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Giant Kites & Taiko Drums

Massive traditional kites with samurai portraits go up all day, plus surprise taiko drumming from local school kids. An hour from Nagoya, free admission, food trucks. Fills the empty gap after New Year's.

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Van Gogh's Family Collection

Not the famous paintings you've seen on postcards. The 24 works and 5 drawings his brother Theo and sister-in-law Johanna chose to keep after Vincent died. Plus 4 handwritten letters (first time in Japan) and an immersive projection room. Through March 23 in Sakae.

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Japanese for Bargain Hunters

Real Japanese phrases that save money: how to ask for discounts, get larger portions for less, spot half-price deals, and negotiate floor models. Practical language tips that lower your social standing but raise your bank balance.

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