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Do I like living in Nagoya? Give me 1.5 hours and I'll tell you.
Published 1 month, 1 week ago
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What’s it actually like to live in Nagoya long‑term?
In today’s video I take you on a walking tour through Nagoya Station, Fushimi, Sakae, Yabachō, and Ōsu. At the end, I share my honest pros and cons after living here for almost 14 years. Nagoya often gets misunderstood because it’s ranked as Japan’s 3rd or 4th biggest city, but the reality is… it’s a totally different vibe from Tokyo or Osaka.
This is a long video, so I've decided to provide you with a comprehensive chapter list, enabling you to jump right to what you need. Of course, if time allows, I highly recommend watching the entire video to gain as much info as possible. As you'll see, I have a lot to say 😄
==Quick walk-around tour of Nagoya City==
00:58 Nagoya Station Tour & Surrounding Landmarks
03:59 Walking to Fushimi
07:37 Fushimi Area & Science Museum
13:19 Sakae Shopping District & TV Tower
18:24 Oasis 21 & Nearby Art/Museum Spots
23:17 Yabachō to Ōsu... Shops, Food & Street Scenes
27:08 Ōsu Shotengai
36:58 Ōsu Kannon Temple
==Answering your questions==
38:40 Q&A + Pros & Cons of Living in Nagoya
39:24 Cultural Differences
40:23 Dialect
42:19 Lifestyle
46:17 Cost of Living
50:44 Fun Areas
53:54 Residential Areas
1:00:45 What Are the People Like?
1:07:22 Anything Unique About Nagoya?
1:11:38 Waste & Recycling
1:12:06 Random Tips
1:14:31 Cool Events
1:17:12 Pros & Cons of Living in Nagoya
1:32:24 Word of the Day
Whether you’re planning to move here, thinking about visiting, or just curious about daily life in Japan, I hope this gives you a clearer picture of what Nagoya is really like.
============== Ohazassu Links ==============
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ohazassu/
============= External Links =============
Sanseido Book Shop
https://maps.app.goo.gl/98rFGDRF5b689NPB9
Daiichi Ameyoko Biru
https://maps.app.goo.gl/mLm1aVTg2L6KanPR9
Official City of Nagoya Flood Hazard Maps (if this link ever breaks, search for 名古屋市洪水ハザードマップ)
https://www.city.nagoya.jp/bousaiportal/hazardmap/1035122/index.html
Nagoya International Center (NIC) (completely underrated support organization for foreign residents)
https://www.nic-nagoya.or.jp/
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ohazassu-podcast--5905520/support.
In today’s video I take you on a walking tour through Nagoya Station, Fushimi, Sakae, Yabachō, and Ōsu. At the end, I share my honest pros and cons after living here for almost 14 years. Nagoya often gets misunderstood because it’s ranked as Japan’s 3rd or 4th biggest city, but the reality is… it’s a totally different vibe from Tokyo or Osaka.
This is a long video, so I've decided to provide you with a comprehensive chapter list, enabling you to jump right to what you need. Of course, if time allows, I highly recommend watching the entire video to gain as much info as possible. As you'll see, I have a lot to say 😄
==Quick walk-around tour of Nagoya City==
00:58 Nagoya Station Tour & Surrounding Landmarks
03:59 Walking to Fushimi
07:37 Fushimi Area & Science Museum
13:19 Sakae Shopping District & TV Tower
18:24 Oasis 21 & Nearby Art/Museum Spots
23:17 Yabachō to Ōsu... Shops, Food & Street Scenes
27:08 Ōsu Shotengai
36:58 Ōsu Kannon Temple
==Answering your questions==
38:40 Q&A + Pros & Cons of Living in Nagoya
39:24 Cultural Differences
40:23 Dialect
42:19 Lifestyle
46:17 Cost of Living
50:44 Fun Areas
53:54 Residential Areas
1:00:45 What Are the People Like?
1:07:22 Anything Unique About Nagoya?
1:11:38 Waste & Recycling
1:12:06 Random Tips
1:14:31 Cool Events
1:17:12 Pros & Cons of Living in Nagoya
1:32:24 Word of the Day
Whether you’re planning to move here, thinking about visiting, or just curious about daily life in Japan, I hope this gives you a clearer picture of what Nagoya is really like.
============== Ohazassu Links ==============
Website: https://www.ohazassu.com
X: https://x.com/ohazassu
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ohazassu/
============= External Links =============
Sanseido Book Shop
https://maps.app.goo.gl/98rFGDRF5b689NPB9
Daiichi Ameyoko Biru
https://maps.app.goo.gl/mLm1aVTg2L6KanPR9
Official City of Nagoya Flood Hazard Maps (if this link ever breaks, search for 名古屋市洪水ハザードマップ)
https://www.city.nagoya.jp/bousaiportal/hazardmap/1035122/index.html
Nagoya International Center (NIC) (completely underrated support organization for foreign residents)
https://www.nic-nagoya.or.jp/
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ohazassu-podcast--5905520/support.