Nagoya City

Nagoya is the fourth largest city in Japan (2.2 million) and the home of much of its automotive industry, as well as ceramic manufacturing. Although about two-thirds of the city was damaged or destroyed during WWII air raids, it was rebuilt and has since expanded.Its more romantic personality traits include that is; a former samurai city, home to famous Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines, and castles, the capital of Aichi Prefecture, the birthplace of pachinko(!), and home to especially delicious miso. Below are some highlights from a brief tour around the city.
The Nagoya water-strider Tatami makingCandySnacks (okashi)The phenomenon of "replica food."Green Buddha near Nagoya UniversitySee this slide show for more.