Inuyama-jokamachi — Attraction in Inuyama

A fascinating trip through Japan's diverse cultural fabric may be had in Inuyama-jokamachi, an ancient castle town tucked away at the base of Inuyama Castle. Well-preserved wooden machiya (townhouses) line the cobblestone walkways of Honmachi-dori, the main thoroughfare, transporting visitors back to the Edo period. These old structures are now home to a range of stores, cafes, and restaurants that combine contemporary amenities with historical charm.   The town is well known for its regional specialties, including goheimochi, a sweet-savory rice cake on a stick, and miso dengaku, which are grilled tofu skewers covered in savory red miso paste. Culinary adventurers may even sample the unusual pickled radish ice cream, a regional specialty that astonishes many with its...

Walking along the Inuyama-jokamachi you will be feeling extremely relax. This section of town immediately surrounds the castle is called Jokamachi. The main street is lined by shops and good restaurants. Many sell street food you can enjoy on the spot. A good number of souvenir shops and a few kimono rental places as well. You can see many people walking around in kimono. Please enjoy the atmosphere here and it's a nice way to...

What was once a small town with a historic feel has become nothing but little shops catering to Nagoya day trippers in search of the Instagram photo ops for overpriced novelty foods and drinks. Very few authentic shops and traditional experiences but more a date / high school type place. Was highly disappointed in just how far down the tourist trap hope this place has become in the...