[2024 Nagoya Attraction] Travel Guide for Sky Promenade (Updated Oct)
No.9 of Best Things to Do in Nagoya
Observation Decks
Nighttime sightseeing
Address:
4-chōme-7-1 Meieki, Nakamura Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 450-6242, Japan
Opening times:
Opens at 11:00-22:00Open
Recommended sightseeing time:
1-2 hours
Phone:
052-527-8877
Nagoya | Sky Promenade Aerial Corridor City View
Every time I travel to a strange place, I particularly like to find a high point, either a mountain or a tower, to overlook the entire city. It is a shortcut that allows me to quickly get to know and perceive the cityscape.
'Sky Promenade' is just such a place. Adjacent to Nagoya Station, the Midland Square building is the tallest in Nagoya and the fifth tallest in Japan. The 42nd floor of the building is the ticket office for Sky Promenade, and floors 44-46 are the aerial observation decks that offer a bird's-eye view of the entire Nagoya city area.
The observation deck is a three-story corridor structure, built along the glass curtain, with a semi-open-air viewing platform that is comfortable and bright, making people feel relaxed and happy. The observation deck has three sides, offering views in different directions. JR Central Tower stands to the west, Nagoya Castle to the north, and Nagoya Port to the south. On clear days, you can even see the Nagoya Dome and Ichinomiya Tower in the distance.
This place is not only loved by tourists and photography enthusiasts but also a popular spot for locals and couples to date and families to take a walk. It is recommended to go up the building before sunset to enjoy the beauty of the sunset and to welcome the moment when night falls.
Business hours: 11:00-21:30 (Closed at 22:00, varies during the season)
Admission fee: 750 yen for adults
🚌 Transportation: Right outside JR Nagoya Station
JOCELYN RYAN
The beautiful day and night views of Nagoya Sky Promenade.
How can you visit Nagoya without going to the Sky Promenade outdoor observation deck? Overlooking the entire city, this is an excellent spot to enjoy the panoramic view of Nagoya. The best part is that it's not crowded at all and the price is quite affordable. When you go up, there are usually only one or two tourists, making it a perfect place for taking photos!
During the day, Nagoya shines under the sunlight, with the city's skyscrapers and surrounding mountains clearly visible. As time passes, the sunset gradually paints the sky with golden and orange hues, making the city even more enchanting. I stood there quietly, enjoying this beautiful moment.
When night falls, the lights of Nagoya start to twinkle, turning the entire city into a sea of stars. The various colors of the lights intertwine, making me feel the vibrancy of the city. Capturing this beautiful moment.